The Hinokuni kurouchi shirogami #1 nakiri, meticulously handcrafted by Yukihiro Sakai—who apprenticed under Nishida-san—stands out for its use of shirogami #1 steel. This material is esteemed for its ability to be sharpened to the highest level of sharpness among knife steels, thanks to its high carbon content and purity. The knife features a kurouchi finish, lending it a rustic appearance while providing blade protection. Designed specifically for precision in vegetable chopping, slicing, and mincing, this nakiri distinguishes itself from others by its heftier build, offering a substantial feel. This aspect makes it a particularly robust tool suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs without commanding a premium price.
Yukihiro Sakai apprenticed under Nishida-san, a steadfast traditionalist who only forges and welds his steel in-house. Sakai-san owes everything to Nishida-san and carries on the knife-making tradition that were passed down to him by his sensei. After many years of apprenticeship, he opened his own workshop where he forge-welds everything in-house.
⎯ Brand: Hinokuni Blacksmith: Yukihiro Sakai Producing area: Kumamoto, Japan
Knifetype: nakiri Use: Specialized knife for vegetables Coresteel: shirogami#1 / white#1 HRC: 62 Steeltype: carbon steel Cladding: iron clad
Overall length: 319mm Blade length (heel to tip): 179mm Blade height at the heel: 50.3mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 3.7mm at the heel: 3.5mm midway: 2.4mm 1cm from the tip: 2.1mm Weight: 226g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal oak Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included ⎯
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Hinokuni kurouchi shirogami#1 nakiri 180mm knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs.
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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 Care Guide
