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Hand-forged by Daisuke Nishida in Kumamoto, Japan, this 110mm petty knife has a shirogami core at ~62 HRC with soft iron cladding and a kurouchi finish. Petty knives handle the detail work: peeling, trimming, and any task where a larger blade gets in the way. The whole blade gains character as it patinas over time. Shirogami takes a keen edge and sharpens easily on stones. A Japanese utility knife for cooks who want a nimble carbon steel blade for detail work.
Hand-forged in Kumamoto, Japan by Daisuke Nishida
115mm (4.5") cutting edge, 39.5mm heel height
Shirogami core (~62 HRC) with soft iron cladding
Kurouchi finish
Oval cherrywood handle with plastic ferrule
For left- and right-handed users
A Japanese utility knife in carbon steel, built for detail work and precision tasks
Daisuke Nishida is a blacksmith based in Kumamoto, Japan. He began his apprenticeship at 19, trained for nine years, and opened his own workshop in 2006. With nearly three decades in the craft, he works predominantly with Shirogami steel and uses hand forge-welded warikomi construction. Nishida-san forge-welds his own material and builds each knife from there. His knives lean toward a workhorse grind: good heft and enough meat behind the edge that makes the knife feel authoritative and not delicate.
Overall length: 235mm Blade length (heel to tip): 115mm (4.5") Blade height at heel: 39.5mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 3.1mm at the heel: 3.0mm midway: 1.9mm 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 75g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: oval cherrywood with plastic ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya / sheath: none
This series has been discontinued. Once this batch sells out, it will not be restocked.
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in hand-forged Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
