About the Brand - Hatsukokoro

Hatsukokoro is a brand by H&K Co. Ltd, a wholesaler of world-class Japanese products. Their collection features an array of knives crafted by renowned blacksmiths from across Japan, including names like Yoshikane hamono, Satoshi Nakagawa, Yoshihiro Yauji, and Muneishi hamono1. These skilled artisans contribute their expertise to create exceptional blades under the Hatsukokoro brand name.

About the Shape - Santoku

The Santoku (三徳) is a versatile multi-use Japanese knife, famous for the translation of its name, ‘three virtues’. The three virtues are said to refer to the Santoku’s versatility in use for chopping, slicing and dicing, or the primary range of ingredients that it can be used for: fish, meat and vegetables.

About the Steel - Aogami #1

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Aogami (Blue) No. 1 steel is a high-carbon steel. The steel has a bit higher hardness and longer edge retention than Aogami #2 given a slightly more carbon content. Special care must be taken as knives made with this steel is prone to rust.

About the Finish - Kurouchi

Kurouchi (黒打ち) refers to the darkened steel surface as a result from the forging process which forms a coating of oxide. It is the most rusting finish of all but gives knives a traditional character.

Hatsukokoro Aogami #1 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm

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