Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji SKD nakiri 165mm

Specifications

The Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Nakiri is crafted by Yoshikane Hamono in Sanjo, Japan. It is constructed with a core steel of SKD, a tool steel recognized for its impressive toughness and edge retention. This semi-stainless blade is complemented by an octagonal walnut handle with a horn ferrule. As a nakiri knife, it is designed specifically for chopping and slicing vegetables with precision.

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. They are known for their excellent heat treatment, consistent grind, and great fit and finish. Like other Sanjo-made knives, Yoshikane blades are thick near the handle but taper nicely along the spine, making them comfortable to hold while offering top-tier cutting performance.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Yoshikane Hamono | Kazuomi Yamamoto
• Location: Sanjo, Japan
• Knife Type: nakiri
• Purpose: Specialized knife for cutting vegetables
• Finish: nashiji
• Cladding: stainless clad
• Core Steel: SKD12
• Steel Type: semi-stainless
• HRC: 64

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 317mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 168mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 53.1mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At Handle: 4.7mm
  • At Heel: 3.9mm
  • Middle: 2.2mm
  • 1cm from the Tip: 2.0mm
• Weight: 188g
• 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 SKD Nakiri, 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.