{"title":"Mr. Itou | R-2 Custom Damascus","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHottest Custom Knife Maker Mr. Itou produced his original custom Damascus blade using special powdered steel R-2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e裕翠 YUUSUI | The Legacy of Mr. Itou\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn Loving Memory of Master Craftsman Hiroo Itou (1942-2025)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is with deep respect and gratitude that we share the passing of Mr. Hiroo Itou in October 2025, at the age of 83. For decades, Mr. Itou dedicated his life to the art of knife making, creating unique, one-of-a-kind custom kitchen knives renowned for their exceptional sharpness, rare handle materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Master's Philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe first encountered Mr. Itou at the Knife Show in Seki City in 2006, where his work with R-2 powdered metal steel immediately stood out. While other powdered steels like Cowry X and ZDP-189 could achieve higher hardness, Mr. Itou chose R-2 (HRc. 62) for its perfect balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. His guiding philosophy was always practicality—creating knives that performed beautifully in real kitchens, not just showpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Itou was fanatical about his craft, hand-forging each Damascus blade, carefully tapering the tang for perfect balance, and collecting rare materials from around the world—Mammoth Molar Teeth, Mammoth Ivory, Narwhal horn, Turquoise, Abalone, Stag and More—to create handles as unique as the blades themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mr-itous-limited-countdown-special-sale-for-year-2026\" class=\"_h2_177gj_52\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMr. Itou's Limited Countdown Special Sale for Year 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn memory of the late Master Craftsman Mr. Itou (passed October 2025), his remaining works are now available at special pricing. These pieces by Mr. Itou himself will never be available again. Extremely limited quantities. Don't miss this rare opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore the remaining masterpieces that Mr. Itou crafted throughout his lifetime. Each piece represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a part of his enduring legacy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMr. Itou and JKD's Journey - A Master's Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In April, 2006, we have introduced Mr. Itou’s custom kitchen knives, hand crafted from the special R-2 powdered high-speed tool steel core blade edge hardened to HRc.62, and forge-sandwiched with 32 layered stainless Damascus steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You can see the details at \"Mr.Itou Custom Kitchen Knives\" on \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/japanesechefsknife.com\/collections\/mr-itou-r2-custom\" title=\"Mr. Itou R-2 Custom Damascus Kitchen Knives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJCK\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Our Kitchen Knife Web Shop).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The reputation and demand were terrific! We had so many good words from the users for the extremely  sharp cutting and edge retention ability. The secret of this is the finest powdered steel R-2 and the forging process. He said he was first using Hitachi Blue steel (Aogami), from which he could obtain a good cutting, but it was rusty. He has then used R-1 from Kobe Steel, but it was brittle. Finally, he worked with Kobe Steel to develop new formula, R-2 that has improved and exceeded over R-1 steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/Mr._Itou_Forging_1_large_12fc8394-501d-44b1-b238-938d9bb31ed9_large.jpg?v=1500131880\" alt=\"Mr. Itou Forging process\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe also found his special forging process makes it sharper and longer edge retention. Another secret is he uses a large water stone wheel with slow rotating to grind his blades, unlike the normal belt sander grinding. This will prevent over-heating the blade to ruin the proper hardness and its chemical characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/Mr._Itou_Sharpening_Process_large_29dacb5d-6de4-44a4-b2b8-a266f22dede0_large.jpg?v=1500131921\" alt=\"Mr. Itou Water Wheel Sharpening Process\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e He is also an avid hunter, and makes some Hunting knives with same R-2 blade and finish. He is also a leather craftsman, and each leather sheath is hand formed to fit each knife perfectly and hand stitched and custom engraved by him. This will be a great opportunity to obtain his superb knife for your outdoor activity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mr-itou-ith-30-treasure-hunter-series-custom-r2-damascus-5-1-2-drop-point-hunter-narwhal-tusk-handle","title":"Mr. Itou ITH-30  \"Treasure Hunter Series\" Custom R-2 Damascus 5-1\/2\" Drop-point Hunter, Narwhal Tusk Custom Combination Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHottest Custom Knife Maker Mr. Itou produced his original custom Damascus blade using special powdered steel R-2 in Rockwell hardness of HR.62\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe had so many good words from the users for the extremely sharp cutting and edge retention ability. The secret of this is the finest powdered steel R-2 blade and the repeated hammer forging process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother secret is he uses a large water stone wheel in slow rotating to grind his blades, unlike the normal belt sander grinding. This will prevent over-heating the blade to ruin the proper hardness and its chemical characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Itou also sticks to rare and unique natural materials for the handles, sourced from all over the world. Each of his knives comes with hand contoured unique custom handle, that enhances and matches with blade in well balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMr. Itou is now 83 years old, and is slowing down his work for his age. We have recently received some knives collected from his production  during 2023 - 2024. In celebration of the Year 2025 and in honor of Mr. Itou's health and passion, we are pleased to announce a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Countdown Special Sale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on Mr. Itou's Custom Knife Collections. You have a chance to obtain his Craftsmanship at 10% discount prices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe just came up new \"Treasure Hunter Series\", that is a very special set of limited edition knives, even amongst Mr. Itou's existing vast collection of unique, high-end custom knives. Mr. Itou has carefully selected some especially distinctive and premium materials for his \"Treasure Hunter Series\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach one of Mr. Itou’s knives is an unique ‘one-off’, or ‘one-of-a-kind’ knife, that is 100% custom handmade and hammer forged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eITH-30 \"Treasure Hunter Series\" Drop-point Hunter features 5-1\/2\" Drop point R2 powdered steel core forge layered Damascus blade, 4-1\/2\" Hand contoured 3-pc gorgeous Combo handle of Turquoise composite stone\/rare Narwhal Tusk\/Desert Ironwood handle with Nickel silver Hilt and pins. 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In celebration of the Year 2025 and in honor of Mr. Itou's health and passion, we are pleased to announce a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Countdown Special Sale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on Mr. Itou's Custom Knife Collections. You have a chance to obtain his Craftsmanship at 10% discount prices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe just came up new \"Treasure Hunter Series\", that is a very special set of limited edition knives, even amongst Mr. Itou's existing vast collection of unique, high-end custom knives. Mr. Itou has carefully selected some especially distinctive and premium materials for his \"Treasure Hunter Series\"!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach one of Mr. Itou’s knives is an unique ‘one-off’, or ‘one-of-a-kind’ knife, that is 100% custom handmade and hammer forged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eITH-45A \"Treasure Hunter Series\" Drop-point Hunter features 5\" Drop point R2 powdered steel core forge layered Damascus blade, 4-3\/4\" Hand contoured gorgeous Combo handle including Mammoth Tusk Ivory with Nickel silver Hilt and pins. 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