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Sakai Takayuki / Kenji Togashi / Shirogami #1 Katsuo Iura Engraved Sakura Mirror 300mm Sakimaru Takohiki with Bubinga Handle and Saya

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Sakai Takayuki / Kenji Togashi / Shirogami #1 Katsuo Iura Engraved Sakura Mirror 300mm Sakimaru Takohiki with Bubinga Handle and SayaThis elegant Sakimaru Takohiki is hand forged by the renowned Sakai blacksmith Kenji Togashi, and sharpened by master sharpener Hirotsugu Tosa. Featured on the mirror polish is the sakura engravings created by master engraver Katsuo Iura. Inspired by traditional Japanese katanas, the sakimaru takohiki has a wider blade than most other sushi sashimi knives. This sakimaru takohiki comes with white buffalo horn Bubinga handle and a Sakai Takayuki custom

This elegant Sakimaru Takohiki is hand-forged by the renowned Sakai blacksmith Kenji Togashi, and sharpened by master sharpener Hirotsugu Tosa. Featured on the mirror polish is the sakura engravings created by master engraver Katsuo Iura. Inspired by traditional Japanese katanas, the sakimaru takohiki has a wider blade than most other sushi/sashimi knives. This sakimaru takohiki comes with white buffalo horn Bubinga handle and a Sakai Takayuki custom fitted Bubinga saya.

Spec:

  • Origin (Made in): Sakai, Japan
  • Brand: Sakai Takayuki
  • Craftsman: Mr. Kenji Togashi
  • Sharpener: Mr. Hirotsugu Tosa
  • Engraver: Mr. Katsuo Iura
  • Knife Type: Sakimaru Takohiki
  • Blade
    • Construction: Awase (Kasumi)
    • Grind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)
    • Hagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #1 (White #1)
    • Jigane (Cladding): Carbon Steel
    • Hardness: 63-64 HRC
    • Hand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened
  • Blade Finishes: 
    • Kyomen (Mirror)
    • Kasumi Polish
  • Blade Length: 300mm (11.8")
  • Blade Height (at heel): 34mm
  • Spine Thickness
    • Above heel: 4.2mm
    • Middle: 3.5mm
  • Handle
    • Premium Custom Handle
    • Shape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)
    • Material: Bubinga
    • Kuchiwa / Tsukajiri: Blond Buffalo Horn
    • Divider: Thin Red Ring (x2) 
    • Length: 146mm
  • Overall Length: 451mm
  • Weight: 246g (8.68oz)
  • Engraved Mark (Front): Special Sakura(Cherry Blossom) Pattern ; In Japanese Kanji "Sakai Takayuki Sakura" (堺孝行 桜)
  • Engraved Mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji "Sakai Takayuki Shirogami #1" (堺孝行 白一鋼)
  • Includes Custom fitted Bubinga Saya made by Sakai Takayuki

About Kenji Togashi 富樫 憲治

Master Kenji Togashi is a legendary blacksmith in Sakai, and one of the few blacksmiths in Japan with the skills of forging quality honyaki blades. Since the start of his bladesmithing career in 1966, master Togashi has received numerous accolades including Dentō-Kugeishi. Master Togashi is renowned for his mastery of this now endangered blacksmithing skill. Master Togashi makes blades out of his own workshop in Sakai, along with his three sons. He makes blades mainly for Sakai Takayuki.

About Hirotsugu Tosa 土佐 廣次

Born in 1948, Mr. Hirotsugu Tosa started his sharpener apprenticeship under his father at age 19. Mr. Tosa is renowned for his mirror finishing works on Aogami and Shirogami blades, as well as his exquisite edge grinding and polishing skills. He was recognised as Dentō-Kugeishi in 1996 for his artisan craftsmanship. Mr Tosa is the inhouse master of mirror polishing at Sakai Takayuki.

About Sakai Takayuki 堺 孝行

Sakai Takayuki is Sakai's top knife maker and artisan workshop. Japan's Sakai region has a knife making history of 600 years. Among these knife makers, Sakai Takayuki is a representative of Sakai's long history of making blades. The quality of the finish and details of the forging technique are handed down over generations of fine craftsmen. Today Sakai Takayuki is sold to over 100 countries around the world. Their uncompromising knife making passion has attracted passionate customers beyond the border of Japan.

Care:

Shirogami #1 (white #1) steel is one of the popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is not stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.

Cutting Surface:

Recommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.

Sharpening:

We recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. 

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This product really does work. It is the best I've used. I purchased in September 2024 and am writing this review in May of 2026, roughly one year and 8 months later. I noticed product failure a little after a year after application and it has been degrading slowly since. Currently the product is visible like a layer of clear paint flaking off and you can physically scratch some off. Here are the pros and cons. Pros: Clarity, relative ease of use, value Cons: Taping and sanding, doesn't last for as long as you own your car as claimed Best used as a temporary fix. Bottom line, would I use it again? Yes. What am I doing today? Replacing the headlights completely. Why? I plan on keeping my car for longer than a year.
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Cerakote Headlight Restoration Kit : After Using on 3 Different Cars over 3 years This is my second time purchasing the Cerakote Headlight Restoration Kit, and I’ve now used it across three different vehicles. At this point, I feel comfortable saying this product genuinely works when used correctly. Before trying this kit, I considered replacing my headlights entirely. The cheapest replacement set I found was around $150 just for the parts. Installation would have required removing the grille, bumper, and other components, which adds time and complexity. For an older vehicle, that didn’t make financial sense. Instead, I chose to restore the original headlights. Cost and Value My first package cost me $17, and I restored two cars with that single kit ( about 9$ per pair). That alone made it worth it. For under $20: I restored two separate vehicles Avoided buying new headlight assemblies Avoided removing the bumper and grille Compared to a $150+ replacement plus labor, the savings are significant. Durability 1 year+ under direct Cali sunlight (currently on year 2 and still good) First Car – Learning the Process The first time I used the kit, my results were decent but not perfect. That was mainly because I didn’t fully understand how sanding and polishing actually work. ( this reoxidized fastest under 8 months, but it was mostly my fault) I didn’t initially realize: The headlight needs to stay wet during sanding Oxidation must be completely removed before applying clear coat Even pressure matters/ 50% overlap coverage when appling ceramic Once I understood that sanding is the most important step, everything improved. Second Car (beater) Major Improvement The second vehicle was heavily oxidized and yellowed. I used the remaining material from that same $17 kit and restored it completely. The clarity difference was dramatic. It looked close to factory condition, and night visibility noticeably improved. That was when I realized the product itself is solid; the key is proper technique. Third Car ; Recent purchase By the third car, the process felt straightforward. I followed the instructions carefully, kept the surface wet while sanding, and applied the clear coat evenly in one smooth pass. The final result was clear, glossy, and uniform. No haze, no streaking. Durability On my first vehicle, the restoration lasted close to a year perfectly( I sold that car this year and it still had clear headlights), and that car was parked outside in direct sun most days. For a DIY kit at this price point, that level of durability is impressive. Final Thoughts I seriously considered spending $150 on replacement headlights( this was cheapest ) and dealing with removing body panels. Instead, I spent $17 and restored two cars. Now having used it on three vehicles, I can say this kit is effective, cost-efficient, and worth the time if you follow the process properly. It does require effort and patience, but the results justify it. I would purchase it again.
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I purchased this kit to renew the headlights on my 2016 Nissan Frontier pick-up. The headlights had become slightly oxidized and dull -- not that bad but it was bothering me and for the price of the kit I figured it was worth the effort to attempt to renew them. All I can say is -- WOW, what a difference. The end result looked like new -- clean, brilliant and bright. Read the directions (2 or 3 times) and follow them EXACTLY. Total time for me from opening the kit to being done was about 2 hours and I was taking my time. This kit is different in that the final step applies a UV resistant coating which really makes the glass super transparent. Great investment in the time and money. I can't stop admiring my new (old) headlights!
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I’ve tried a few "wipe-on" fixes in the past, but the CERAKOTE® Ceramic Headlight Restoration Kit is in a completely different league. If you are tired of hazy, yellowed lenses and weak nighttime visibility, look no further. 📖 Instructions & Ease of Use The first thing that stood out was the clarity of the instructions. The kit breaks everything down into a simple, step-by-step process. Even if you aren't a "car person," the directions are foolproof. They don't just tell you what to do; they explain why each step matters, which gave me the confidence to get the job done right the first time. ✨ Restoration Effectiveness As you can see in my Before and After photos, the transformation is night and day. My headlights went from a dull, oxidized yellow to a factory-fresh, crystal-clear finish. It didn't just "clean" them—it completely rejuvenated the plastic. 🔦 The Real Test: Light Output & Beam Pattern The most impressive part isn't just how the car looks, but how it performs at night. I’ve included a photo of my car parked against a wall in the dark to show the comparison: Passenger Side (Restored): You can see a sharp, distinct cutoff line and the perfect "Z-line" pattern. The light is focused exactly where it needs to be on the road. Driver Side (Not Restored yet): The light is completely distorted. There is no cutoff, just a messy blob of light that scatters everywhere, likely blinding oncoming traffic while providing less actual visibility for me. Final Verdict This kit doesn't just make your car look better; it’s a genuine safety upgrade. Seeing that crisp Z-line back on the wall proves that the clarity is internal as well as external. Highly recommended!
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