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Kenji Togashi aogami#1 mizuhonyaki gyuto 240mm
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Regular price¥220,000 JPY
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Handforged in Sakai, Japan by blacksmith Kenji Togashi, with sharpening by Nori Igarashi of Yamawaki Hamono. The steel is Aogami #1 (Blue #1), water-quenched. The full mirror finish already shows the hada/banding. As patina develops with use, the banding becomes more pronounced (etching will bring it out immediately if you don't want to wait). Compared to the 2024 batch, Igarashi-san ground these slightly thinner, although that batch was already thin enough.
Togashi-san's aogami #1 is easier to sharpen than most people expect from a honyaki at this hardness. It responds well on the stone and gets back to a keen edge without much effort.
Details
Brand:Goh Umanosuke Yoshihiro Blacksmith:Kenji Togashi Sharpener: Nori Igarashi (Yamawaki Hamono) Producing Area: Sakai, Japan Knife Type:MizuhonyakiGyuto Finish: Full mirror Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1) HRC: ~65
Blade and Handle Specs
Overall length: 385mm Blade length - heel to tip: 228mm (8.9") Blade height at heel: 50mm Spine thickness: At the handle: 3.1mm At the heel: 3.0mm Midway: 2.1mm 1cm from the tip: 0.5mm Weight: 195g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: Octagonal ebony with buffalo horn ferrule Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Saya / Sheath: Not included Certificate: Included
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in hand-forged Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
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.
