{"product_id":"higonokami-blue-paper-steel-titanium-l","title":"Higonokami Blue Paper Steel Titanium L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Higonokami Blue Paper Steel Titanium L\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHigonokami Blue Paper Steel Titanium L\u003c\/strong\u003e combines traditional Japanese knife-making with a modern titanium handle. Made in \u003cstrong\u003eMiki City, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, this authentic Higonokami features a premium \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Paper Steel (Aogami) blade\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with a lightweight titanium handle, bringing together traditional craftsmanship and contemporary materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAogami blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium Japanese carbon steel valued for its excellent edge retention, toughness and ability to take a fine, precise cutting edge. Like traditional Higonokami blades, the knife is built around a simple friction-folder construction rather than a conventional locking mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive \u003cstrong\u003e“chikiri” lever\u003c\/strong\u003e extends from the rear of the blade and provides the point of contact used to control the blade during opening and use. This simple construction eliminates unnecessary moving parts while preserving the unmistakable character of the traditional Higonokami design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted by Nagao Kanekoma Factory in Miki City, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Higonokami continues a Japanese knife-making tradition dating back to the late 19th century. Nagao Kanekoma is the sole surviving authorised maker of knives bearing the Higonokami name, making this Titanium L a genuine example of the historic Japanese friction-folder design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Paper Steel blade, titanium handle, and classic L-size dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Higonokami offers a distinctive combination of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and contemporary materials for collectors and enthusiasts of authentic Japanese folding knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 40px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eExperience Higonokami Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; max-width: 700px; margin: 0 auto 24px;\"\u003eDiscover the traditional manufacturing process behind the Higonokami knife and see how Nagao Kanekoma Factory continues this historic Japanese knife-making tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 600px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s9zbvjiZZdM\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" title=\"Higonokami Craftsmanship\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorkshop video showcasing the traditional craftsmanship and production process behind the authentic Higonokami knife.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Higonokami","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49244446130393,"sku":"UK000HIGOBL017","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1173\/3209\/files\/Higonokami_Blue_Paper_Steel_Titanium_L.png?v=1789380182","url":"https:\/\/penandtool.com\/products\/higonokami-blue-paper-steel-titanium-l","provider":"Pen \u0026 Tool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}