Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 petty knife 150mm

Specifications

This petty knife from Hatsukokoro is meticulously crafted by Yoshikane Hamono in Sanjo, Japan. The blade is forged from White #2 steel, known for its ability to achieve a razor-sharp edge and ease of sharpening, making it a preferred carbon steel among chefs and enthusiasts. The nashiji finish gives it a traditional aesthetic, while the compact design of the petty knife makes it versatile for a variety of kitchen tasks, from slicing and dicing smaller vegetables to intricate carving and peeling tasks.

Key Features

• Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono for the Hatsukokoro brand
• 152mm / 5.98" blade made from Shirogami #2 (White #2) carbon steel
• Nashiji finish gives the blade a textured, traditional appearance
• Stainless clad construction for ease of maintenance
• Fitted with an octagonal walnut handle and buffalo horn ferrule
• Great medium workhorse grind with a nail-flexing thin edge
• Ambidextrous design, suitable for both right- and left-handed users

About Yoshikane Hamono

Yoshikane Hamono, a renowned Japanese knife-making company in Sanjo City, Niigata, was founded in 1919. With over a century of history, it is now led by fourth-generation master craftsman Kazuomi Yamamoto. This family-operated business has consistently maintained its traditional hand-forging and grinding techniques.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Yoshikane Hamono | Kazuomi Yamamoto
• Location: Sanjo, Japan
• Knife Type: petty knife
• Finish: nashiji
• Cladding: stainless clad
• Core Steel: Shirogami #2 / White #2
• Steel Type: carbon steel
• HRC: 62-63

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 282mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 152mm / 5.98"
• Blade Height at Heel: 32.8mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At Handle: 4.5mm
  • At Heel: 3.3mm
  • Middle: 1.9mm
  • 1cm from the Tip: 1.4mm
• Weight: 81g
• 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 the Yoshikane Nashiji Shirogami #2 Petty 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.