A Project 2 Years In The Making

On my first trip to Japan back in 2023, I had to visit the famous Kappabashi Street where every chef and foodie goes. For me I was hunting for some Japanese knives. A friend recommended I check out Seisuke Knife as he had purchased a knife from there. I went in, met Hiro-san the owner and Kimmy-San the manager. We got to talking and as I was browsing for knives, they taught me about their craftsmen they work with and Takefu Knife Village which is a place in Echizen Japan where a collective of master knife craftsmen all work, learn & honour the craft of knife making.

Amongst the craftsmen, Yu Kurosaki was one that they mentioned the most & knowing my skills as a chef and Guinness World Record holder, suggested I highly look into his knives. Hiro-San graciously gifted me a Kurosaki knife that day & since then not only have I gotten to go to Takefu Knife Village, I was able to see Kurosaki-sans shop and we have even been on several knife tours together along side the rest of the Seisuke Team.

When the idea of us collaborating together for a special project came up, it was a no-brainer. One of Japan and the worlds best knife craftsman with one of the worlds best knife skills chef together creating a unique knife set that embodies both of us. Kurosaki-san rarely if ever makes custom knives or collaborations. If one if lucky to have him make a knife for them, it will take anywhere from 1-2 years minimum.

I am extremely grateful to have this opportunity to work with Kurosaki-san, Seisuke Knife and Urushi Artist Bowen to create 25 sets of these one of a kind knives. I have been using the blades for the last 2 years putting them to the test not only for my world records but also for television shows and the content I create. I was not going to put out a knife that didnt meet my standards not just as a chef but also as a fan of knives. From the blade type, the shape, the size and the design of the handle and sheath. Every aspect of this collaboration is hand made & a reflection of everyone involved. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.

Wallace Wong

Yu Kurosaki x Wallace Wong

The Yu Kurosaki x Wallace Wong SG2 Small Santoku & Bunka Set is a limited-edition collaboration of traditional craftsmanship and modern culinary excellence. This set pairs Master Blacksmith Yu Kurosaki’s legendary blade-making artistry with celebrity chef Wallace Wong’s professional kitchen expertise. Featuring stunning Ginryu Ishime lacquered oak handles and sheaths and forged at Takefu Knife Village in Echizen, each blade showcases Kurosaki’s signature designs and razor-sharp SG2 steel performance.

Wallace Wongthe Six Pack Chefpersonally tested these blades for diverse cooking styles, from vegetables to protein. His “Eat Good Look Good Live Great” philosophy shines through in these knives, making healthy meal preparation effortless. Whether elevating meal prep or seeking professional-grade tools, this collaboration embodies form meeting functiondesigned to inspire exceptional kitchen results.

Specifications:
Steel Type: SG2 (Stain resistant steel)
Blade Hardness: HRC 62
Blade Type: Double beveled blade
Handle Material: Ginryu Ishime Lacquered Oak