Introducing a 270mm Yanagiba crafted by Satoshi Nakagawa for the Hatsukokoro brand. The blade boasts an Aogami #1 core steel, a renowned carbon steel highly favored in premium kitchen knives. This steel excels in holding fine edges and taking acute angles—making it the perfect steel for this knife type.
The hira of this blade showcases a mirror finish, enhancing its sleek aesthetic. Complementing the blade, an octagonal ebony handle ensures a comfortable and precise grip. To complete the package, the blade has undergone expert sharpening by Morihiro Hamono, ensuring optimal performance in the kitchen.
Details
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
Sharpener: Morihiro Hamono
Location: Sakai, Japan
Knife Type: Yanagiba
Finish: Mirror finish on hira only
Core Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Cladding: Iron Clad
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 420mm
Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 261mm
Blade Height at Heel: 33.5mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 4.7mm
At the heel: 4.5mm
Midway: 3.3mm
1cm from the tip: 1.4mm
Weight: 242g
Edge/bevel: Single bevel
Handle: Octagonal ebony with blonde horn ferrule and silver spacer
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Nakagawa Aogami #1 Yanagiba, please refer to our care guide.
Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
Pricing & Taxes
We do not charge Japanese consumption tax. Same price worldwide. Please refer to our FAQ #12
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 Complete Care Guide
