The Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi shirogami#2 tall gyuto offers outstanding value for its class. Made with shirogami#2 steel, it boasts excellent sharpness and is incredibly easy to sharpen. Combined with stainless cladding, the knife requires minimal maintenance, making it user-friendly especially for those new to Japanese kitchen knives. Its relatively tall design ensures ample knuckle clearance for comfortable use, while the rustic kurouchi finish gives it a unique and aesthetically pleasing appearance. As a versatile all-purpose chef's knife, the gyuto is designed for tasks like slicing, dicing, and chopping, making it an ideal tool for both home cooks and professional chefs. If you're in the market for a gyuto that delivers exceptional value without breaking the bank, this is an excellent choice.
※ This knife is stainless clad: Stainless clad is a sanmai or warikomi construction where the carbon steel core (e.g. shirogami#2, aogami#2, AS, etc) is sandwiched between outer layers of stainless steel (see last image). The stainless cladding (the "jacket") makes the knife much easier to care for. The key advantage of stainless clad knives is that the stainless outer layers protect the reactive carbon steel core from corrosion and patina formation. This makes maintenance much simpler compared to monosteel carbon or iron clad knives.
··•·· Brand: Hatsukokoro Series: Kurokaze Origin: Kochi, Japan
Overall length: 362mm Blade length (heel to tip): 213mm Blade height at heel: 52.5mm Spinethickness: at the handle: 3.2mm at the heel: 3.1mm midway: 2.1mm 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm Weight: 168g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal teak with horn ferrule Handorientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Hatsukokoro Kurokaze kurouchi shirogami#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.
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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
