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Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS nakiri 165mm
¥51,000 JPY
¥51,000 JPY
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Specifications

The Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Kurouchi Damascus AS Nakiri is a finely handcrafted Japanese knife, forged by blacksmith Takahiro Nihei—a Yoshikane-trained artisan known for his work on select lines for popular brands like Konosuke.

At the core of this knife lies Aogami Super steel, prized for its exceptional edge retention and sharpness. The blade showcases a striking kurouchi damascus finish, accented with subtle tsuchime marks for an enhanced aesthetic. Its octagonal walnut handle, fitted with a buffalo horn ferrule, ensures a balanced and comfortable grip.

Details

  • Brand: Hatsukokoro
  • Series: Shinkiro
  • Blacksmith: Takahiro Nihei
  • Origin: Fukushima, Japan
  • Knife Type: nakiri
  • Finish: kurouchi damascus
  • Core Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super)
  • Steel Type: carbon
  • Cladding: iron clad damascus

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall Length: 322mm
  • Blade Length (heel to tip): 168mm
  • Blade Height at Heel: 55.3mm
  • Spine Thickness:
    • At Handle: 4.9mm
    • At Heel: 4.1mm
    • Midway: 2.2mm
    • 1cm from the Tip: 2.2mm
  • Weight: 240g
  • Edge/Bevel: 50:50
  • Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule
  • Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Note:

  • For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Kurouchi Damascus AS Nakiri, please refer to our care guide.
  • Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Similarly, minor cosmetic variations—such as light surface marks or fine scuffs—are common in these artisanal knives.
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL
• Ships within 24-48 hours
• Online tracking included
• 30-day returns on unused items
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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
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