The Darker Imperial Hinoki 2020 is exceptional. It is a single ply, made of the
best quality Kiso Hinoki wood. Every single component and step of the
development is excruciatingly carefully selected and controlled, making it one
of the most exclusive blades on the market. Japanese Kiso Hinoki wood is so rare
that we can only hope that Darker will continue to have access to the
high-quality Hinoki wood from that area for many more years to come because once
they run out, it will be another 250 years until the newer Hinoki trees will be
aged enough to be once again used in the making of these beautifully crafted
blades. Let's just say that the price is warranted.
