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Hatsukokoro x Yauji damascus aogami#2 yanagiba 240mm

Regular price ¥41,000 JPY
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Specifications

The Hatsukokoro yanagiba is a single-bevel Japanese sushi knife hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by Yoshihiro Yauji. Features Aogami#2 carbon steel core with iron clad damascus construction and damascus finish. The 229mm cutting edge handles traditional sashimi slicing and sushi preparation with nimble control, ideal for limited counter space. This lightweight yanagiba offers precise handling for detailed cutting work. Suitable for home cooks and professional chefs.

  • Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by Yoshihiro Yauji
  • 229mm (9.02") cutting edge length with 37.2mm heel height
  • Aogami#2 carbon steel core (~63 HRC)
  • Iron clad damascus
  • Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
  • Traditional octagonal mono ebony handle
  • For right-handed users

Details

  • Brand: Hatsukokoro
  • Blacksmith: Yoshihiro Yauji
  • Producing Area: Echizen, Japan
  • Knife type: yanagiba
  • Finish: damascus
  • Core steel: aogami#2
  • HRC: ~63
  • Steel type: carbon
  • Cladding: iron clad damascus

Blade and Handle Specs

  • Overall length: 389mm
  • Blade length - heel to tip: 229mm
  • Blade height at heel: 37.2mm
  • Spine thickness:
    • at the handle: 3.3mm
    • at the heel: 2.9mm
    • midway: 2.3mm
    • 1cm from the tip: 0.4mm
  • Weight: 172g
  • Edge/bevel: single
  • Handle: octagonal mono ebony
  • Hand orientation: right handed
  • Saya/ sheath: none

Notes:

  • For the care and maintenance of sushi knives, please refer to our care guide below.
  • Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Small surface finish variations in damascus knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo
• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 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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FAQ

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.

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