Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 kiritsuke gyuto 210mm

Specifications

The Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane Nashiji Shirogami #2 Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm is a handcrafted Japanese knife from Sanjo, Japan. Kazuomi Yamamoto of Yoshikane Hamono forged the blade, which features a nashiji finish and a Shirogami #2 steel core clad in stainless steel for easy maintenance. The kiritsuke gyuto has a flatter profile than a regular gyuto, making it ideal for those who prefer a slightly flatter blade. Yoshikane knives are renowned for their exceptional cutting performance and excellent heat treatment, making them a favorite among experienced Japanese knife enthusiasts.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Yoshikane Hamono | Kazuomi Yamamoto
• Producing Area: Sanjo, Japan
• Knife Type: kiritsuke gyuto
• Finish: nashiji
• Core Steel: Hitachi Shirogami #2 (White #2)
• Steel Type: carbon steel
• Cladding: stainless clad

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 363mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 212mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 51.7mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At Handle: 4.3mm
  • At Heel: 3.6mm
  • Midway: 2.2mm
  • 1cm from the Tip: 1.1mm
• Weight: 199g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: octagonal walnut with horn ferrule
• Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Note:

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane Nashiji Shirogami #2 Kiritsuke Gyuto knife, 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.