Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono, for the Hatsukokoro brand
152mm / 5.98" blade made from SKD (SKD12) tool 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
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.
❖ 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 the fourth-generation master craftsman, Kazuomi Yamamoto. This family-operated business has consistently maintained its traditional hand-forging and grinding techniques. They are known for their excellent heat treatment, consistent grinds, and a great fit and finish. Like other Sanjo-made knives, they are thick coming out of the handle but tapers nicely along the spine making them really comfortable to hold while giving you that top-tier cutting performance.
Overall length: 282mm Blade length (heel to tip): 152mm / 5.98" Blade height at heel: 32.8mm Spine thickness at handle: 4.5mm Spine thickness at heel: 3.3mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.9mm Spine thickness 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: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 petty knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of 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 View Care Guide
