Only the knife knows the heart of the pumpkin. Simone Schwarz-Bart In this post I would like to introduce a uniquely Japanese tool, a handy and extremely sharp little knife called the Kiridashi Kogatana. Introduction The Kiridashi Kogatana is a handy, general-purpose knife traditionally used by craftsmen in many trades in Japan. It was once … Continue reading The Kiridashi Kogatana Knife