Knife Forging by Kikuichi

Client: Heavy Table for piece on Kikuichi Knife Forging at Kitchen Window
Details: Demonstration of actual knives being forged by artisans at Kitchen Window in Minneapolis
Goals: Document slightly dangerous and dramatic aspect of working with hot metal, show the expertise involved

Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi
Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi
Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi
Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi
Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi
Japanese Knife Forging at Kitchen Window Kikuichi