Grace, elegance and sophistication feature highly in Japanese culture. They are also synonymous with the Miyabi brand by Zwilling J.A. Henckels. The authentic Japanese blade design and extraordinary sharpness of the Miyabi knives will delight lovers of the Japanese cuisine. They will appreciate their perfect balance and comfortable handle. Miyabi knives are manufactured in the Zwilling J.A.Henckels factory based in Seki (Japan). The Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD Bread Knife has a long, strong blade with a serrated edge The edge cuts effortlessly through hard crusts and cuts neat slices dur to its aggressive, long prongs Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD range combines the greatest in hardening technology, most precious knife materials and the artistry of traditional Japanese craftsmanship The core of the SG2 super steel is protected by a 101-layer stunning flower Damascus pattern CRYODUR® blade undergoes a four-step hardening process which maximises the properties of the steel Traditional 3-step Honbazuke hand-honed edge CRYODUR ice-hardened to 63 Rockwel Stunning Birch handle features a striking mosaic pin, red spaces accents and a steel end cap Manufactured in Seki, Japan