All-purpose utility knife made in traditional japanese knife styling^Made with Daido 1K6 high-carbon, stainless steel for superior edge retention^Unique, single-sided blade design,embellished with the japanese character for'' wasabi''^Blades are bead-blasted to an attractive finish, handle is sturdy, clean polypropylene blend^Dishwasher safe, hand washing recommended; limited lifetime warranty, made in Japan