{"title":"Kurouchi Knives","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mutsumi-hinoura-shirogami-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-240mm-gyuto-with-chestnut-buffalo-horn-handle","title":"Hinoura \"Ajikataya\" Shirogami #2 Kurouchi Tsuchime 240mm Gyuto with Charred Chestnut \/ Buffalo Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful handcrafted Hinoura gyuto with Shirogami #2 steel core and stainless cladding, by Mutsumi Hinoura - the fourth generation of Hinoura. Made under the family's \"Ajikataya\" brand name, this Hinoura knife has the signature Kurouchi Tsuchime finish of Hinoura knives, with an amazing charred chestnut buffalo horn handle. Hinoura's forging focuses on easy sharpening by knife owners, and as a result these knives often achieve extraordinary level of sharpness with ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Sanjo, Niigata Perfecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Mr. Mutsumi Hinoura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hinoura Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #2 (White #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Charred Chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Black Buffalo Horn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 148mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 400mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 196g (6.91oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand chiselled mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eAjikataya\u003c\/em\u003e\" (味方屋)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Hinoura Hamono 日野浦 刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHinoura Hamono is a knife making workshop by Tsukasa Hinoura (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e日野浦 司) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026amp; Mutsumi Hinoura \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e日野浦 睦)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the father and son team. Knife making by Hinoura can be traced back to Meiji era when first generation Hinoura, Shintaro Hinoura founded the knife forging business. Having moved to Sanjo city in Niigata in 1912, the Hinouras have been making knives there for over 100 years. Tsukasa Hinoura is a very discerning and low profile Echigo forgesmith, who is high respected by top tier knife artisans in Japan. Taking over the family career at around age of 22 back in 1978, he excelled in every level and his works are greatly admired by artisans in Sanjo, not only because of the beauty of his knives, but also his expression of that artisan soul. His son, Mutsumi Hinoura entered the lifelong career of bladesmithing in 2001, and the father and son team have been making knives that are highly valued in both Japan and overseas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirogami #2 (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is not stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Shirogami core. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hinoura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32284922151008,"sku":"HNS2SKTGY240VHBK","price":379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/HNS2SKTGY240VHBK_001.jpg?v=1590722528"},{"product_id":"mutsumi-hinoura-shirogami-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-270mm-sujihiki-with-chestnut-buffalo-horn-handle","title":"Hinoura \"Ajikataya\" Shirogami #2 Kurouchi Tsuchime 270mm Sujihiki with Charred Chestnut \/ Buffalo Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful handcrafted Hinoura sujihiki with Shirogami #2 steel core and stainless cladding, by Mutsumi Hinoura - the fourth generation of Hinoura. Made under the family's \"Ajikataya\" brand name, this Hinoura knife has the signature Kurouchi Tsuchime finish of Hinoura knives, with an amazing charred chestnut buffalo horn handle. Hinoura's forging focuses on easy sharpening by knife owners, and as a result these knives often achieve extraordinary level of sharpness with ease of sharpening. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Sanjo, Niigata Perfecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Mr. Mutsumi Hinoura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hinoura Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Sujihiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #2 (White #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 270mm (10.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Charred Chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Black Buffalo Horn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 139mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 400mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 162g (5.71oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand chiselled mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eAjikataya\u003c\/em\u003e\" (味方屋)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Hinoura Hamono 日野浦 刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHinoura Hamono is a knife making workshop by Tsukasa Hinoura (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e日野浦 司) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026amp; Mutsumi Hinoura \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e日野浦 睦)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the father and son team. Knife making by Hinoura can be traced back to Meiji era when first generation Hinoura, Shintaro Hinoura founded the knife forging business. Having moved to Sanjo city in Niigata in 1912, the Hinouras have been making knives there for over 100 years. Tsukasa Hinoura is a very discerning and low profile Echigo forgesmith, who is high respected by top tier knife artisans in Japan. Taking over the family career at around age of 22 back in 1978, he excelled in every level and his works are greatly admired by artisans in Sanjo, not only because of the beauty of his knives, but also his expression of that artisan soul. His son, Mutsumi Hinoura entered the lifelong career of bladesmithing in 2001, and the father and son team have been making knives that are highly valued in both Japan and overseas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirogami #2 (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is not stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Shirogami core. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hinoura Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32285003317344,"sku":"HNS2SKTSH270VHBK","price":319.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/HNS2SKTSH270VHBK_001.jpg?v=1590722526"},{"product_id":"tojiro-vg10-kurouchi-tsuchime-165mm-nakiri","title":"Tojiro DP VG10 Kurouchi Tsuchime 165mm Nakiri with Magnolia Handle","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Nakiri from Tojiro combines tradition of Kurouchi and Tsuchime finishes with innovative clear coating. VG10 as core steel, clad by 13-chrome stainless steel, it has achieved both professional sharpness and easy maintenance. With a good level of fit and finish, VG10 core steel, this Nakiri offers great values at this price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Tojiro\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel No: F-1113\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Nakiri\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): VG10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): 13 Chrome Stainless Steel (Clear coating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 60-61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm (6.5\")\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 51mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marushinogi (D-shaped)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Japanese Magnolia (Ho Wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 126mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 298mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 165g (5.82oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTojiro\u003c\/em\u003e\" (藤次郎) ; \"DP Made in Japan\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tojiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34560898039965,"sku":"TJVGSTKNK165DMPK","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/TJVGSTKNK165VMPK_001_1e3558ef-9771-40a8-803e-6d95020ea92a.jpg?v=1733990101"},{"product_id":"tojiro-shirogami-kurouchi-165mm-nakiri","title":"Tojiro Shirogami Kurouchi 165mm Nakiri","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis shirogami steel nakiri is for those who are on a budget but want to try a made in Japan carbon steel knife. While you cannot expect the forging, grinding, fit and finish to match a mid range\/high end Japanese knife, this nakiri is a great entry into the world of Japanese carbon steel knives. It can also be used as a carbon knife to practice knife sharpening. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Tojiro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Nakiri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Type: Shirogami Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane: Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finish: Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness Level: 60 +\/-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Type: Double-edged Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm (6.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 305mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 52.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Thickness (above heel): 3.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: \u003cspan\u003eMagnolia D-Shaped Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKakumaki: Resin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 130g (4.58oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking: In Japanese Kanji \"Trademark Tojiro Made\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Tojiro 藤次郎\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTojiro is the large knife manufacturer in Tsubame-Sanjo, an area with a few centuries of knife-making tradition. Tojiro knives offer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreat value for the price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Established over 50 years ago, Tojiro combines modern technologies and traditional craftsman methodologies, and is a pioneer of stainless steel knives in Japan. Their philosophy is to improve efficiency with machines while respecting traditions when it comes to quality and finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirogami\u003c\/strong\u003e (white) steel is one of the most popular steel type found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e stainless steel, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCutting Surface: \u003c\/b\u003eWood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSharpening: \u003c\/b\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tojiro","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":34561783955613,"sku":"TJS2SKXNK165DMPK","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/TJS2SKXNK165DMPK_001.jpg?v=1591483224"},{"product_id":"sugimoto-kurouchi-hon-kasumi-165mm-nakiri","title":"Sugimoto Carbon Steel Kurouchi Hon-Kasumi 165mm Nakiri","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-forged, handcrafted Nakiri from Sugimoto has a rough kurouchi finish, but it cuts very smoothly. It's a down to earth handmade nakiri that focuses on cutting performance above anything else. 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Despite a short history (by Japanese standard) of knife making, Sugimoto did make its name as one of the well-known knife brands in Tokyo. Being one of the pioneers of Chuka Bocho (Japanese made Chinese Cleavers), Sugimoto still produces perhaps the most professional Chinese Cleavers in the world. All Sugimoto knives are made by hand, and aimed at professional chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is made with Japanese \u003cstrong\u003ehigh carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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After the war, they established the Kitamura Shoten, which led to the current Kitasho company. The Kanetsune (兼常) brand is named after a famous sword-smith who lived in the Muromachi period around 14-15 century. Making different series of knives under brands including Kanemasa (兼正作), Honsho Kanemasa (本匠兼正作), and Minamoto Kanemasa (源兼正), Kitasho Company is on the mission of passing down Seki’s 8 centuries long knife-making techniques and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShirogami #3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (white #3) steel is one of the popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. 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While the fit and finish are rough, the essence of a hand-forged blade is not lost in this entry-level nakiri with a coated kurouchi finish. This knife is an ultra-affordable introduction to hand-forged Aogami blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Seki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kanemasa (part of Kanetsune Seki)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel No.: KC-434\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Nakiri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #2 (Blue #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 61-62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi (Coated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm (6.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 53mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: \u003cspan\u003eMarugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Japanese Magnolia (Ho Wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 130mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 312mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 134g (4.73oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Chiseled Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKanemasa Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (兼正作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: the softwood inside kuchiwa (ferrule) expands and crack when the nakago (tang) was inserted during installation. 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Making different series of knives under brands including Kanemasa (兼正作), Honsho Kanemasa (本匠兼正作), and Minamoto Kanemasa (源兼正), Kitasho Company is on the mission of passing down Seki’s 8 centuries long knife-making techniques and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion-resistant quality (for carbon steel), it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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While the fit and finish is rough, the essence of a hand-forged blade is not lost in this entry-level nakiri with a coated kurouchi finish. This knife is an ultra-affordable introduction to hand-forged Shirogami blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Seki, Gifu Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kanemasa (part of Kanetsune Seki)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel No.: KC-440\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Nakiri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #2 (White #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 60-61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi (Coated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm (6.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 53mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: \u003cspan\u003eMarugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Japanese Magnolia (Ho Wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 129mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 309mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 136g (4.80oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: the softwood inside kuchiwa (ferrule) expands and crack when the nakago (tang) was inserted during installation. 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Making different series of knives under brands including Kanemasa (兼正作), Honsho Kanemasa (本匠兼正作), and Minamoto Kanemasa (源兼正), Kitasho Company is on the mission of passing down Seki’s 8 centuries long knife-making techniques and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShirogami #2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Inheriting over 700 years of knife making skills from previous generations of Echizen artisans, Mr Kurosaki has focused his career on making knives that give unforgettable impressions and incredible cutting pleasures. Yu's unique Tsuchime design, as seen in his Shizuku and Fujin series, are not only aesthetically magnificent but also incredibly functional when it comes to making food less likely to stick to blades. Today, Yu's works, hand made in small batches, have become so popular overseas that his top knives like the ones featured in Burrfection Store are increasingly hard to come by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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Ground beautifully towards the edge, the jigane is then kasumi-polished before exposing the Aogami Super core, which is heat-treated to 62 HRC with superior edge retention. Behind the edge is extremely thin with beautiful tapering, ensuring superb cutting smoothness. Yu Kurosaki makes perhaps the most stunning tsuchime patterns in Japan. 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Inheriting over 700 years of knife making skills from previous generations of Echizen artisans, Mr Kurosaki has focused his career on making knives that give unforgettable impressions and incredible cutting pleasures. Yu's unique Tsuchime design, as seen in his Shizuku and Fujin series, are not only aesthetically magnificent but also incredibly functional when it comes to making food less likely to stick to blades. Today, Yu's works, hand made in small batches, have become so popular overseas that his top knives like the ones featured in Burrfection Store are increasingly hard to come by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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A deba that is suitable for both left-handed and right-handed users. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Fairly flat grind with thinness behind-edge Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. Kawamuki can be used for \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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A deba that is suitable for both left-handed and right-handed users. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Moritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Warikomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 130mm (5.1\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Long-Lasting Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cherry Wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Durable Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 114mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 252mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 75g (2.65oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka\u003c\/em\u003e\" (金剛兵衛 源盛高)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Moritaka Hamono 盛高刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFounded in 1293 during the Kamakura Period by Kongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka (金剛兵衛源盛高), Moritaka Hamono has a blade-making history of over 700 years. For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moritaka Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35693779583133,"sku":"MTASSKXSK130VWPB","price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/MTASSKXSK130VWPB001b_56c51a7d-f474-4809-ac78-209e84613e1a.jpg?v=1714980169"},{"product_id":"moritaka-hamono-aogami-super-150mm-honesuki","title":"Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super 150mm Honesuki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged honesuki (boning knife) with Aogami Super core steel using Moritaka’s signature Warikomi construction, heat-treated to 64 HRC, with a medium-rough Kurouchi finish and kasumi on the grind. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Moritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel No.: SH-150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Honesuki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Warikomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 150mm (5.9\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Long-Lasting Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cherry Wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Durable Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 131mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 290mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 132g (4.66oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka\u003c\/em\u003e\" (金剛兵衛 源盛高)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Moritaka Hamono 盛高刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFounded in 1293 during the Kamakura Period by Kongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka (金剛兵衛源盛高), Moritaka Hamono has a blade-making history of over 700 years. For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. This knife is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for chopping bones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Moritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Chuka Bocho Cleaver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Warikomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 220mm (8.7\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 111mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Long-Lasting Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cherry Wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Durable Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 146mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 367mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 500g (17.64oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka\u003c\/em\u003e\" (金剛兵衛 源盛高)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Moritaka Hamono 盛高刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFounded in 1293 during the Kamakura Period by Kongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka (金剛兵衛源盛高), Moritaka Hamono has a blade-making history of over 700 years. For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moritaka Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35693790560413,"sku":"MTASSKXCC220VWPB","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/MTASSKXCC220VWPB001a_308a3514-e21b-419a-91c1-88ab9ef00d73.jpg?v=1714980193"},{"product_id":"moritaka-hamono-aogami-super-95mm-kawamuki","title":"Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super 95mm Kawamuki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a niche alternative to the more popular Petty knife, this miniature, versatile kawamuki (peeler knife) is especially good for paring fruit, vegetables, or chopping seasonings. \u003c\/span\u003eHand-forged with Aogami Super core steel using Moritaka’s signature Warikomi construction, heat-treated to 64 HRC, with a medium-rough Kurouchi finish and kasumi on the grind. Fairly flat grind with thinness behind-edge Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. Kawamuki can be used for \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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A deba that is suitable for both left-handed and right-handed users. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Moritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Deba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Warikomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 150mm (5.9\") \/ 165mm (6.5\") \/ 180mm (7.1\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 47mm \/ 53mm \/ 58mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 6.8mm \/ 7.4mm \/ 7.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 5.3mm \/ 5.8mm \/ 6.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Long-Lasting Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marugata (Oval-shaped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cherry Wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Durable Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 122mm \/ 126mm \/ 135mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 285mm \/ 305mm \/ 329mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 188g (6.63oz) \/ 234g (8.25oz) \/ 303g (10.69oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka\u003c\/em\u003e\" (金剛兵衛 源盛高)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Moritaka Hamono 盛高刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFounded in 1293 during the Kamakura Period by Kongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka (金剛兵衛源盛高), Moritaka Hamono has a blade-making history of over 700 years. For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family have been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agriculture steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is not stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Fairly flat grind and thinness behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa and Cherry Wood handle are not flush. These are not faults. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Note: the official name of this knife is Moritaka Aogami Super Series Yanagiba. 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Having mastered mizu-Honyaki process, the most challenging construction and treatment, Yamawaki Hamono combines Sakai's centuries-long history of knife making knowhow with newer technologies to create superior chef knives. The current owner of the Yamawaki Hamono - Mr. Ryoyo Yamawaki - is also a lecturer at several culinary schools. Having apprenticed under Sakai blacksmiths, the new generation craftsmen Igarashi Nori and Masaya Shimizu lead the Yamawaki workshop to create incredible knives that are well recognised among Sakai artisans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. 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A kurouchi finish is applied to the jigane, on which tsuchime patterns were hand hammered. The grind is beautifully done as with all Saji knives, with a refined kasumi finish applied. Superb thin behind-the-edge and fantastically tapered, the grind gives the knife extraordinary cutting smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Santoku\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 180mm (7.1\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Western-shaped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Desert Ironwood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolster: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 122mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 308mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 229g (8.08oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Chiseled Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eSaji Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (佐治作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Takeshi Saji 佐治 武士\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Saji is the third generation blacksmith of Takefu City, Fukui Prefecture, who has been certified as a traditional knife craftsman at the age of 44. Now in his 70s, with over 30 years of experience in making handcrafted knives, Master Saji makes breathtakingly beautiful Damascus knives, which often paired with unique custom handles such as handcrafted ironwood handles. Having become a legend in hunting knife making, Master Saji has a unique eye for fine finish, and he's also innovating constantly by bringing new looks to knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Super (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. It is not stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Aogami Super core. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. 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Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. 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The stainless steel cladding features a mesmerizing Damascus finish that looks like bullet mark patterns. The grinding and finish is superior, with a choil that’s smoothly polished. The blade is paired with a premium octagonal handle that’s made of Ebony wood, decorated with a black buffalo horn kuchiwa and a nickel silver ginmaki. 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Knife making by Hinoura can be traced back to Meiji era when first generation Hinoura, Shintaro Hinoura founded the knife forging business. Having moved to Sanjo city in Niigata in 1912, the Hinouras have been making knives there for over 100 years. Tsukasa Hinoura is a very discerning and low profile Echigo forgesmith, who is high respected by top tier knife artisans in Japan. Taking over the family career at around age of 22 back in 1978, he excelled in every level and his works are greatly admired by artisans in Sanjo, not only because of the beauty of his knives, but also his expression of that artisan soul. His son, Mutsumi Hinoura entered the lifelong career of bladesmithing in 2001, and the father and son team have been making knives that are highly valued in both Japan and overseas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Shirogami core. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. 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Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Sujihiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): R2\/SG2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Wenge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 145mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 386mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 158g (5.57oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for the Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down know-how and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37774125269173,"sku":"NRR2SKTSH240GGBK","price":389.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/NRR2SKTSH240GGBK001_2eec8a64-0bbf-4251-b230-dcd3dbf609b3.jpg?v=1726456132"},{"product_id":"nigara-spg2-kurouchi-petty-150mm-with-cherrywood-handle","title":"Nigara R2\/SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime 135mm Petty","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-crafted using R2\/SG2 high-speed powder steel, this petty knife is beautifully grinded with superb thinness behind-the-edge supported by the 62-63 HRC hardness. Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. The kurouchi may appear to be slightly darker or lighter than what's shown in the photo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Petty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): R2\/SG2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 135mm (5.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 31mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Walnut \/ Wenge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 115mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 265mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut: 68g (2.40oz)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWenge: \u003c\/span\u003e75\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg (2.65oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Wenge","offer_id":37826114683061,"sku":"NRR2SKTPT135GGBK","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":37826114748597,"sku":"NRR2SKTPT135GWBK","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/NRR2SKTPT135GGBK001_7d201fc6-d400-4581-9465-c952c5c1930e.jpg?v=1729051636"},{"product_id":"nigara-r2-sg2-kurouchi-tsuchime-255mm-kiritsuke-sujihiki","title":"Nigara R2\/SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime 255mm Kiritsuke Sujihiki","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-crafted using R2\/SG2 high-speed powder steel, this Kiritsuke Sujihiki is beautifully grinded with superb thinness behind-the-edge supported by the 62-63 HRC hardness. Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Sujihiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): R2\/SG2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKurouchi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 255mm (10\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 38mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.3\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.2\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Wenge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 139\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 391\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 163g (5.75oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for the Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down know-how and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles, and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37910576595125,"sku":"NRR2SKTKU255GGBK","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/NRR2SKTKU255GGBK001_3dadd724-9f06-497f-97c4-fb175d17f6b2.jpg?v=1731393477"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-aogami-super-kurouchi-tsuchime-165mm-santoku","title":"Yu Kurosaki \"Shizuku\" Aogami Super Kurouchi Tsuchime 165mm Santoku","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Santoku has an incredible level of finish and polish, with Kurosaki's signature \"Shizuku\" Tsuchime patterns that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional. Ground beautifully towards the edge, the jigane is then kasumi-polished before exposing the Aogami Super core, which is heat-treated to 64 HRC with superior edge retention. Behind the edge is extremely thin with beautiful tapering, ensuring superb cutting smoothness. Yu Kurosaki makes perhaps the most stunning tsuchime patterns in Japan. His handcrafted knives are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also offer superb cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Yu Kurosaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Yu Kurosaki\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature Tsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 165mm (6.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Marushinogi (D-shaped)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Teak\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 130mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 316mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 123g (4.34oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eEchizen Kurosaki Yu\u003c\/em\u003e\" (越前 黒崎 優)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Yu Kurosaki 黒崎 優\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young artisan in his forties, Yu Kurosaki has become one of the leading knife makers in Japan, winning top awards and attention for his hand-forged knives especially his Tsuchime finish. Inheriting over 700 years of knife making skills from previous generations of Echizen artisans, Mr. Kurosaki has focused his career on making knives that give unforgettable impressions and incredible cutting pleasures. Yu's unique Tsuchime design, as seen in his Shizuku and Fujin series, is not only aesthetically magnificent but also incredibly functional when it comes to making food less likely to stick to blades. Today, Yu's works, hand made in small batches, have become so popular overseas that his top knives like the ones featured in Burrfection Store are increasingly hard to come by.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Aogami Super core. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yu Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":37932830425269,"sku":"YUASSKTSK165DTBK","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/YUASSKTSK165DTBK001_1cd5d151-cc8e-4c12-bb34-ade37bd4c764.jpg?v=1711523255"},{"product_id":"moritaka-hamono-aogami-2-240mm-sobakiri","title":"Moritaka Hamono Aogami #2 240mm Sobakiri","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-forged Sobakiri with Aogami #2 core steel using Moritaka’s signature Warikomi construction, heat-treated to 61-62 HRC, with a medium-rough Kurouchi finish. A short grind but quite thin behind-edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. Sobakiri knives are large, cleaver-like Japanese knives used to cut soba dough into thin long noodles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: the \"discoloration\" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. 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For the first 13 generations, the family made swords for Buddhist priests at Mt. Homan in Dazaifu, Fukuoka. In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto, and continued forging swords for Buddhist guards until 5 generations ago, when master swordsmith Chuzaemon Moritaka decided to expand the family business and apply their forging experience to chef knives. Since then the Moritaka family has been making solid and affordable hand-crafted knives and various agricultural steel tools for customers. Moritaka Hamono has pioneered hand-forged Warikomi constructions and patented stainless cladded rosewood handle assembly. Today the 27th generation blacksmith Tsunehiro Moritaka works with his father, one master craftsman and one apprentice to make all the knives for the Moritaka brand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. \u003cstrong\u003eAvoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moritaka Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37939392151733,"sku":"MTA2SKXME240VMPE","price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/MTA2SKXME240VMPE001_b494b27d-927d-408f-8d3f-3f2ec06acde5.jpg?v=1668059905"},{"product_id":"nigara-r2-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-240mm-gyuto-with-polished-marble-acrylic-handle","title":"Nigara R2\/SG2 Tsuchime Kurouchi 240mm Gyuto with Polished Mixed Marble Acrylic Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-crafted using R2\/SG2 high-speed powder steel, this Gyuto is beautifully grinded with superb thinness behind-the-edge supported by the 62-63 HRC hardness. Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eThe blade is paired with a western-shaped handle made with polished acyclic in marble cyan, purple and magenta color\u003c\/span\u003e, with mosaic pins as decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): R2\/SG2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.3\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.3\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Western-shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Polished Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Mixed Marble with Cyan, Purple and Magenta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolster: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative: Mosaic Pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 136\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 373\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 249g (8.78oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down know-how and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles, and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":38057570599093,"sku":"NRR2SKTGY240AC02","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/NRR2SKTGY240AC02001.jpg?v=1609403241"},{"product_id":"nigara-r2-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-210mm-gyuto-with-acrylic-handle-ac02","title":"Nigara R2\/SG2 Tsuchime Kurouchi 210mm Gyuto with Polished Emerald Acrylic Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-crafted using R2\/SG2 high-speed powder steel, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is beautifully grinded with superb thinness behind-the-edge supported by the 62-63 HRC hardness. Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. The blade is paired with a western-shaped handle made with polished acyclic in Emerald color, with mosaic pins as decorations. \u003cstrong\u003eOnly One Available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003ethe shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. The kurouchi may appear to be slightly darker or lighter than what's shown in the photo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): R2\/SG2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.3\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.2\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Western-shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Polished Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Emerald\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolster: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative: Mosaic Pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 130\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 338\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 221g (7.80oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down know-how and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles, and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethylene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38149887951029,"sku":"NRR2SKTGY210AC02","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/NRR2SKTGY210AC02001.jpg?v=1609791893"},{"product_id":"nigara-r2-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-210mm-gyuto-with-acrylic-handle-ac03","title":"Nigara R2\/SG2 Tsuchime Kurouchi 210mm Gyuto with Polished Lava Acrylic Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-crafted using R2\/SG2 high-speed powder steel, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is beautifully grinded with superb thinness behind-the-edge supported by the 62-63 HRC hardness. Being a guru of steel manipulation and expert on steel construction, Nigara Hamono created a unique Tsuchime pattern that is reminiscent of industrial steel beam, while the Kurouchi finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The fit and finish is superb for a Kurouchi knife, with a smoothly polished choil and refined Kasumi on the grind. The blade is paired with a western-shaped handle made with polished acyclic in lava color, with mosaic pins as decorations. \u003cstrong\u003eOnly One Available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003ethe shade of darkness of the kurouchi finish (the darker part of the cladding) can vary. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles, and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. 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Behind the edge is extremely thin with beautiful tapering, ensuring superb cutting smoothness. Yu Kurosaki makes perhaps the most stunning tsuchime patterns in Japan. 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Inheriting over 700 years of knife making skills from previous generations of Echizen artisans, Mr. Kurosaki has focused his career on making knives that give unforgettable impressions and incredible cutting pleasures. Yu's unique Tsuchime design, as seen in his Shizuku and Fujin series, is not only aesthetically magnificent but also incredibly functional when it comes to making food less likely to stick to blades. Today, Yu's works, hand made in small batches, have become so popular overseas that his top knives like the ones featured in Burrfection Store are increasingly hard to come by.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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Behind the edge is extremely thin with beautiful tapering, ensuring superb cutting smoothness. Yu Kurosaki makes perhaps the most stunning tsuchime patterns in Japan. His handcrafted knives are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also offer superb cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Yu Kurosaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Yu Kurosaki\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Sujihiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami Super (Blue Super)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature Tsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 270mm (10.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 41mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHachikaku (Octagonal)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Teak\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 138mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 419mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 157g (5.54oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eEchizen Kurosaki Yu\u003c\/em\u003e\" (越前 黒崎 優)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Yu Kurosaki 黒崎 優\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young artisan in his forties, Yu Kurosaki has become one of the leading knife makers in Japan, winning top awards and attention for his hand-forged knives especially his Tsuchime finish. Inheriting over 700 years of knife making skills from previous generations of Echizen artisans, Mr. Kurosaki has focused his career on making knives that give unforgettable impressions and incredible cutting pleasures. Yu's unique Tsuchime design, as seen in his Shizuku and Fujin series, is not only aesthetically magnificent but also incredibly functional when it comes to making food less likely to stick to blades. Today, Yu's works, hand made in small batches, have become so popular overseas that his top knives like the ones featured in Burrfection Store are increasingly hard to come by.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami Super\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue Super) steel is considered the most superior Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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