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Yoshikazu Ikeda shirogami#2 gyuto 180mm
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Hand-forged in Sakai, Japan by Yoshikazu Ikeda and sharpened by Hideki Ino, this 180mm gyuto has a Shirogami #2 core at ~62 HRC with soft iron cladding and a migaki finish. Compact and nimble, it suits cooks who want a lighter gyuto without giving up versatility. Shirogami #2 takes a keen edge and sharpens easily on stones. An all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife for cooks who want a compact carbon steel gyuto from two certified Sakai craftsmen.
Hand-forged in Sakai, Japan by Yoshikazu Ikeda, sharpened by Hideki Ino
171mm cutting edge, 43mm heel height
Shirogami #2 core (~62 HRC) with soft iron cladding
Migaki finish
Octagonal magnolia handle with buffalo horn ferrule
For left- and right-handed users
A Japanese multipurpose knife for cooks who want a compact, nimble carbon steel gyuto
Yoshikazu Ikeda: Master blacksmith and chairman of the Sakai Dentoukougeishi Association. Certified traditional craftsman since 1988, specializing in honyaki and suminagashi techniques. Recognized as an Osaka Prefecture Master Craftsman (2014).
Hideki Ino: Fourth-generation sharpener with 25 years of experience at Inochu Hamono Seisakusho, a dedicated sharpening workshop in Sakai with over 140 years of history. A certified Dentoukougeishi (2018).
Overall length: 321mm Blade length (heel to tip): 171mm Blade height at heel: 43mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 3.1mm at the heel: 3.0mm midway: 2.3mm 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 143g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal magnolia with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: none
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in hand-forged Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
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 Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
