The Hatsukokoro Aosagi Gyuto is a multipurpose chef's knife from Sakai, Japan. Featuring Aogami#2 (Blue#2) carbon steel with iron cladding and a kurouchi finish, this knife offers versatile performance for daily tasks.
Handcrafted in Sakai, Japan for the Hatsukokoro brand
201mm (7.91") cutting edge length
Aogami#2 (Blue#2) carbon steel core from Hitachi
Iron clad construction
Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
Kurouchi finish for a traditional and rustic look
Traditional octagonal wenge handle with buffalo horn ferrule for comfortable grip control
Overall length: 349mm Blade length - heel to tip: 201mm (7.91") Blade height at the heel: 43.2mm Spine thickness • at the handle: 2.9mm • at the heel: 2.7mm • midway: 2.0mm • 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 168g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal wenge with buffalo horn ferrule (see note d below) Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Notes: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro Aosagi kurouchi aogami#2 gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs. d. Please note that the small voids in the wenge handles are natural characteristics of this wood species. These features are not defects but simply part of wenge's distinctive appearance. ··•··
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 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 Care Guide
