Crafted in the samurai sword-making capital of the world, Seki, Japan, Miyabi merges Japanese craftsmanship with German engineering expertise to produce the ultimate kitchen knives providing a Western or Eastern hold. Experience the beauty of sharpness with our Exclusive Miyabi Koya series, also known as "desert" in Japanese. Beautifully polished to a mirror finish, the ice-hardened blades are extremely durable and corrosion resistant. Made from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide stainless steel, these gorgeous knives offer the signature sharpness for which Japanese knives are known. The ergonomic, faceted birchwood pakkawood handle encourages fatigue-free cutting and supports both Western chopping and Eastern rocking cuts. With the utmost attention to detail, 46 skilled artisans ensure each knife is of the finest caliber.