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 #2

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Aogami (Blue) No. 2 steel is a high-carbon steel. The steel has a very high hardness therefore long edge retention. Special care must be taken as knives made with the Aogami Steel No. 2 is prone to rust.

About the Finish - Damascus

Damascus or "Modern Damascus" finish refers to the watery or wavy light and dark pattern of the metal. Suminagashi (墨流し) which literally translates to "floating ink" is another word used for the finish.

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 #2 Damascus Kurouchi Santoku 180mm

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Kumokage Santoku Aogami #2 Kuro-uchi Damascus 180mm (7.1") - octagon

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