Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Ebony Kurouchi Santoku 180mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Santoku
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Ebony
Blade Length: 180mm
Heel Height: 45mm
Spine Thickness: 2.75mm (Tapered)
Weight: 158g
Designed with the same philosophy as the Kokugei series — keeping Japanese craftsmanship accessible without sacrificing performance — this 180mm Santoku delivers exceptional value for cooks who want a true handmade Japanese knife without the premium price tag.
Hand-forged in Japan, it features a traditional dark Kurouchi finish and a San-Mai construction, pairing a hard Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel core with softer outer cladding. This combination provides outstanding sharpness, excellent edge retention, and added toughness, creating a knife that feels both refined and dependable in daily use.
The 180mm Santoku is one of the most versatile profiles in the kitchen. Its flatter edge makes quick work of vegetables, herbs, and fruits, while the subtle curve toward the tip allows for smooth slicing of meats, fish, and other proteins. Long enough to handle larger ingredients yet compact enough for precise work, it strikes an ideal balance between control and efficiency. A gently tapered spine keeps the knife feeling agile and responsive, making long prep sessions comfortable and enjoyable.
Hardened to approximately 62 HRC (+/-1), the Aogami Blue #2 core is capable of taking an exceptionally keen edge and maintaining it through extended use. Despite its impressive performance, it remains surprisingly approachable to sharpen, making it an excellent introduction to high-carbon Japanese steel while still offering enough capability to satisfy experienced knife enthusiasts.
Rustic, practical, and built with purpose, the Kokugei Santoku focuses on what truly matters: excellent cutting performance, reliable edge retention, and the character that only a handcrafted carbon steel knife can provide. No gimmicks, no unnecessary flash — just a hardworking Japanese kitchen knife that consistently punches well above its price point.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Santoku
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Aogami Blue #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Ebony
Blade Length: 180mm
Heel Height: 45mm
Spine Thickness: 2.75mm (Tapered)
Weight: 158g
Designed with the same philosophy as the Kokugei series — keeping Japanese craftsmanship accessible without sacrificing performance — this 180mm Santoku delivers exceptional value for cooks who want a true handmade Japanese knife without the premium price tag.
Hand-forged in Japan, it features a traditional dark Kurouchi finish and a San-Mai construction, pairing a hard Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel core with softer outer cladding. This combination provides outstanding sharpness, excellent edge retention, and added toughness, creating a knife that feels both refined and dependable in daily use.
The 180mm Santoku is one of the most versatile profiles in the kitchen. Its flatter edge makes quick work of vegetables, herbs, and fruits, while the subtle curve toward the tip allows for smooth slicing of meats, fish, and other proteins. Long enough to handle larger ingredients yet compact enough for precise work, it strikes an ideal balance between control and efficiency. A gently tapered spine keeps the knife feeling agile and responsive, making long prep sessions comfortable and enjoyable.
Hardened to approximately 62 HRC (+/-1), the Aogami Blue #2 core is capable of taking an exceptionally keen edge and maintaining it through extended use. Despite its impressive performance, it remains surprisingly approachable to sharpen, making it an excellent introduction to high-carbon Japanese steel while still offering enough capability to satisfy experienced knife enthusiasts.
Rustic, practical, and built with purpose, the Kokugei Santoku focuses on what truly matters: excellent cutting performance, reliable edge retention, and the character that only a handcrafted carbon steel knife can provide. No gimmicks, no unnecessary flash — just a hardworking Japanese kitchen knife that consistently punches well above its price point.
