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The Hatsukokoro Kumokage is a handcrafted Japanese vegetable knife. Made by Muneishi Hamono in Tosa, Japan, it features a core of Aogami #2 steel from Hitachi, known for its exceptional balance of sharpness and resilience. The blade is clad in iron, making it reactive and prone to rusting if not properly cared for. However, the etching process reduces overall reactivity, and once patina stablizes, the knife will become even less susceptible to rust.
A nakiri knife is an essential tool for vegetable preparation, characterized by its straight blade edge and squared-off tip. This design allows for full contact with the cutting board, making it ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables with precision. The flat blade ensures uniform cuts and efficient chopping, while the squared-off tip is perfect for scooping up and transferring chopped vegetables. Its size and shape make it particularly well-suited for tasks that require repetitive, quick cuts, making vegetable preparation both efficient and enjoyable.
Overall length: 318mm Blade length (heel to tip): 168mm Blade height at the heel: 51.1mm Spine thickness at the handle: 3.6mm Spine thickness at the heel: 3.1mm Spine thickness midway: 2.1mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.9mm Weight: 196g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony - mono wood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included ⎯
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro kumokage kurouchi damascus aogami#2 nakiri 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.
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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.
