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Nigara aogami#2 honyaki sakimaru takohiki 300mm

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The Nigara aogami#2 honyaki sakimaru 300mm is a handcrafted Japanese sushi knife forged in Hirosaki, Aomori by eighth-generation blacksmith Go Yoshizawa of Nigara Hamono. This knife features honyaki construction made from a single piece of Aogami #2 carbon steel, differentially heat-treated for resilience. The hira (blade face) displays a polished mirror finish. The blade measures 291mm with 38.5mm height. This sakimaru is designed for slicing fish for sushi and sashimi, with a pointed tip for detailed work. The single-steel construction will develop a natural patina over time with use. The octagonal ebony handle features a blonde horn ferrule and silver spacer..

Nigara Hamono has preserved the art of Japanese swordsmithing for 350 years across eight generations, originating as sword makers for the Tsugaru clan. Their legendary fifth-generation blacksmith, Kunitoshi Nigara, is celebrated as a national treasure. Eighth-generation blacksmith Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa continues the family tradition, crafting unique and innovative kitchen knives while upholding a legacy of exceptional craftsmanship.

Brand: Nigara Hamono
Blacksmith: Go Yoshizawa
Location: Aomori, Japan
Knife type: sakimaru
Finish: mirror finish on hira only
Construction type: honyaki
Steel: Aogami#2 / blue#2

Overall length: 454mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 291mm
Blade height at heel: 38.5mm

Spine thickness:
At the handle: 4.9mm
At the heel: 4.5mm
Midway: 3.2mm
1cm from the tip: 1.6mm

Weight: 279g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal ebony with blonde horn ferrule and silver spacer
Hand orientation: ambidextrous
Saya / sheath: not included

Notes:
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Nigara Aogami#2 honyaki sakimaru, please refer to our care guide.
Please note that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.

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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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