Satoshi Nakagawa San was the only disciple and successor to the Kenichi Shiraki San

After Mr. Shiraki retired, he was tasked with forging knives at Shiraki's workshop. Mr. Nakagawa became independent in 2021 and founded his own workshop

Specifications (Approximate measurements) 

• Brand: Nakagawa X Tokushu
• Sharpener: Master Shuji Yamaguchi
• Construction: Mizu 
• Core Steel Type: White #2
• Finish Type: Mirror Wave
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Knife Length: 255mm (Sakai measurement from tip to machi) 
• Handle: CITES certified Honduran Rosewood burl and blonde horn
• Measured Blade Length: 241mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 58.6mm
• Spine at Heel: 3.6mm
• Spine 1cm Behind Tip: 0.78mm

Use & Care

• Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break with improper use.
• Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Never put the knife in a dishwasher, nor soak it in water. Ever!
• Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade. 
• Do not use on hard melons or items that may torque the blade.
• Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.