Nakagawa shirogami#2 mizuhonyaki kiritsuke gyuto 240mm

Specifications

The Nakagawa Shirogami #2 Mizuhonyaki Kiritsuke Gyuto is a handcrafted Japanese chef’s knife forged by Satoshi Nakagawa in Sakai and sharpened by Morihiro Hamono. Featuring a Shirogami #2 carbon steel blade with a mirror-finished hira, this knife showcases a unique gyakuchoji hamon pattern—setting it apart from the wave hamon typically seen on honyaki knives. The kiritsuke gyuto shape combines a pointed tip for precise and intricate cuts with a relatively flat profile, making it ideal for chopping and push-cutting techniques. This knife is a versatile tool for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
• Sharpener: Morihiro Hamono
• Producing Area: Sakai, Japan
• Knife Type: Kiritsuke Gyuto - Mizu Honyaki
• Finish: Mirror finish on hira
• Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 381mm
• Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 228mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 46.3mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 3.0mm
  • At the heel: 2.7mm
  • Midway: 2.6mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm
• Weight: 221g
• Edge/bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Octagonal stabilized birchwood
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Nakagawa Shirogami #2 Mizuhonyaki Kiritsuke Gyuto, please refer to our care guide.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
• Minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs, are common in handcrafted knives.