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Hatsukokoro x Nakagawa aogami#1 yanagiba 270mm
Regular price¥54,000 JPY
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Specifications
The Hatsukokoro aogami#1 yanagiba 270mm is a handcrafted Japanese sushi knife forged in Sakai by Satoshi Nakagawa and sharpened by Morihiro Hamono. This single-bevel knife features Hitachi Aogami #1 carbon steel core with iron cladding in nimai construction and a mirror finish on the hira. This yanagiba is designed for slicing fish for sushi and sashimi. The iron cladding will develop a natural patina over time with use.
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.
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.
