{"title":"Nakiri","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe nakiri is a vegetable-focused blade that is often characterized by its flat blade profile and squared\/blunted tip. These knives generally excel in processing large amounts of fruits and veg. Many find that their rectangular shape is also practical when portioning freshly chopped product. \u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"takeda-nas-blue-super-br-120mm-nakiri-small1","title":"Takeda NAS Ko Nakiri 90mm Rosewood Handle (Small)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Please note that Takeda's knives vary from knife to knife, making each blade unique. There may be some slight variations from the photo presented here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eShosui Takeda is a third-generation blacksmith from Niimi, Okayama. His pursuit to improve with each knife he makes is evident in every blade. He and his two workers have been making the same style of kitchen knives for decades. Takeda san has worked to perfect one of the most challenging steels for a blacksmith to forge. Hitachi Blue Super steel boasts one of the best edge retentions of any steel, it is also very difficult to work with. Takeda is regarded as one of the few knife-makers to master this material, and yet he continues to improve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Takeda 武田刃物 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Shosui Takeda 武田 松水 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Niimi-Okayama\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 90mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) Super, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 101px; top: 265.691px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Takeda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12100958519412,"sku":"FAA-AC206-DA120","price":510.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/konakiri1.jpg?v=1780324423"},{"product_id":"tadafusa-blue-2-br-150mm-nakiri","title":"Tadafusa Nashiji Blue #2 Nakiri 150mm Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tadafusa Nashiji line is a perfect blade to get a taste of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, thanks to the stainless cladding that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprotects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of blue #2 carbon steel. We find \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to be the best of both types of steel, and hope more people \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etry out this amazing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh-carbon steel! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Tadafusa 忠房 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlacksmith: Tadafusa Blacksmith 忠房 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 150mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Walnut Hybrid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length: 295mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Length: 144mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 160mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height: 46mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 4mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 175g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tadafusa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12100934041716,"sku":"BGA-AE202-DA150","price":195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20231020-103652.jpg?v=1697814539"},{"product_id":"takeda-nas-nakiri-180mm-maple-handle-large","title":"Takeda NAS Nakiri 180mm Rosewood Handle (Large)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CYnCRO9hE40\" height=\"315\" width=\"460\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e*Please note that Takeda's knives vary from knife to knife, making each blade unique. There may be some slight variations from the photo presented here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eShosui Takeda is a third-generation blacksmith from Niimi, Okayama. His pursuit to improve with each knife he makes is evident in every blade. He and his two workers have been making the same style of kitchen knives for decades. Takeda san has worked to perfect one of the most challenging steels for a blacksmith to forge. Hitachi Blue Super steel boasts one of the best edge retentions of any steel, it is also very difficult to work with. Takeda is regarded as one of the few knife-makers to master this material, and yet he continues to improve.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Takeda 武田刃物 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Shosui Takeda 武田 松水 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Niimi-Okayama\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) Super, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16039694205022,"sku":"FAA-AC206-DA180-M","price":540.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/Lnakiri2_641677e8-9948-4bcc-b052-73cbb7f07c3e.jpg?v=1780351504"},{"product_id":"dca-012-da165","title":"Daitoku Blue #2 Nakiri 165mm Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eDaitoku knives are one of the most unique blades even for us. The almost-indigo coloured rustic kurouchi finish along with the hand-carved walnut handles with brass bolster make for such an incredible aesthetics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNot only are they beautiful, the hand-forged, hand-sharpened carbon steel blades retain their sharpness for a long time without being difficult to sharpen using whetstones (we recommend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/products\/imanishi-arashiyama-whetstone-1000?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0e12fb729\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"IMANISHI ARASHIYAMA WHETSTONE #1000\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/products\/imanishi-arashiyama-whetstone-1000?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0e12fb729\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ethe Imanishi Arashiyama  #1000\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe do, however, caution the users to keep these blades dry as often as possible to prevent possible rusting. As for all carbon steel knives, a beautiful patina will form overtime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile vegetable knife that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Daitoku 大徳 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Tomonori Akahata 赤畠 大徳 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Mie\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Brass Ferrule \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 310mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 168mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 178mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 53mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 130mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 186g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Daitoku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32049466736734,"sku":"DCA-012-DA165","price":360.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220408_114437.jpg?v=1649437530"},{"product_id":"daa-1050-01-da","title":"Hitohira NM V10 Damascus Nakiri 165mm Pakka Handle","description":"\u003ciframe width=\"480\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BshtncXNlu4\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis NM line is made from VG-10 stainless steel with stainless Damascus clad. NM refers to the first two letters of the two makers responsible for the blade. The steel feels incredibly finely grained, and we found that it offers great edge at around #1000 - #3000, with maximum edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a convex\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eground bevels, making these knives extremely thin behind the edge, yet they maintain good thickness on the spine for stability. We recommend these knives for both experienced users and beginners with practicality and performance in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-10, Stainless Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Pakka Western \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 288mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 164mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 170mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 45mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 118mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 158g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32361555329118,"sku":"DAA-1050-01-DA","price":195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20231005-142709.jpg?v=1696530577"},{"product_id":"aaa-130n-24-da170","title":"Hitohira Futana S3 Nashiji Nakiri 165mm Cherry Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Futana series is a great series for anyone getting into Japanese kitchen knives for elegant aesthetics and beautifully finished wooden handles. The S3 line features a fully stainless blade for ease of maintenance, whereas the SB line boasts Blue Super carbon steel that will hold an incredible edge for a long while (one must keep clean and dry it often to prevent it from rusting, however).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe highly recommend the Futana blades as gifts for culinary students, professional cooks, young professionals moving into their first apartment, newly weds and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Silver #3 (Ginsan), Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Cherry Wood \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 314mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 134mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 150g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32225914421342,"sku":"AAA-130N-24-DA170","price":205.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220119_160048.jpg?v=1642626362"},{"product_id":"aaa-137t-24-da","title":"Hitohira Futana SB Kuro Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm Cherry Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Futana series is a great series for anyone getting into Japanese kitchen knives for elegant aesthetics and beautifully finished wooden handles. The S3 line is features a fully stainless blade for ease of maintenance, wherea the SB line boasts Blue Super carbon steel that will hold an incredible edge for a long while (\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eone must keep clean and dry it often to prevent it from rusting, and a benign discolouration will form regardless)\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend the Futana blades as gifts for culinary students, professional cooks, young professionals moving into their first apartment, newly weds and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) Super, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Cherry Wood \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 314mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 164mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 178mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 134mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 159g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eHardness: 61±1HRC\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32301276790878,"sku":"AAA-137T-24-DA","price":275.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20201216_132404.jpg?v=1608145501"},{"product_id":"aaa-268-09-lb165","title":"Hitohira Imojiya MZ VG-1 Nakiri 165mm Imitation Mahogany Handle","description":"\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1AcufQ81wCc\" height=\"315\" width=\"460\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Imojiya MZ VG-1 line is our budget-friendly series that delivers a great value without skimping on the cutting ability (just look at thinness at the edge in the 4th photo!).  The thinness of these knives helps you go through dense root vegetables such as squash, large carrots, and sweet potatoes without much wedging.  Just be sure to use gentle cutting pressure and knife techniques that do not involved twisting or aggressive mincing to avoid chipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend these blades for any home cooks looking to seriously upgrade cutting ability without breaking the bank. It is also an amazing gift for many folks such as newly wed couples, students moving out, and professional cooks taking on a new venture etc.!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Seki-Gifu\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Imitation Mahogany Western \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 285mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 160mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 47mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.4mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 117mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 169g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32301276889182,"sku":"AAA-268-09-LB165","price":145.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/HitohiraImojiyaMZVG-1Nakiri165mmImitationMahoganyHandle_Right.jpg?v=1675718814"},{"product_id":"aaa-615b2kt-02-da165","title":"Hitohira TD Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe TD Blue #2 line is a perfect blade to get a taste of \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecarbon steel\u003c\/span\u003e without the full maintenance headache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, thanks to the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estainless cladding\u003c\/span\u003e that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eprotects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of blue #2 carbon steel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe find \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethis construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e to be the best of both types of steel, and hope more people \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etry out this amazing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehigh-carbon steel!  (one must keep clean and dry the whole blade often to prevent it from rusting, and a benign discolouration\/patina will form regardless). \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Bird's Eye Maple Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 304mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 162mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 182mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 50mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 122mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 164g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32305769054302,"sku":"AAA-615B2KT-02-DA165","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220126_125430.jpg?v=1643225417"},{"product_id":"aaa-305y-09-da180","title":"Hitohira KH Stainless Nakiri 180mm Imitation Mahogany Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"480\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M60FhWqWhWY\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KH line of knives is fantastic for those looking for a high-performing stainless steel blade. The right-handed bias knives are equipped with an imitation mahogany pakka wood handle that has been buffed and smoothed for a comfortable cutting experience. The out of the box edges are polished for a wicked sharp edge; one of the best lines of knives for the price and performance!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Seki-Gifu\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Mono Unclassified (Stainless Steel) \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Imitation Mahogany Western \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 308mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 184mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 188mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 49mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 120mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 196g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eHardness: 60±1HRC\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39726118109278,"sku":"AAA-305Y-09-DA180","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210630_163155.jpg?v=1625086040"},{"product_id":"konosuke-vg-10-damascus-nakiri-180mm-khii-laurel-handle","title":"Konosuke VG-10 Damascus Nakiri 180mm Khii Laurel Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKonosuke is one of the most exciting Japanese knife companies to watch out for their appetite to do things differently from the norm. The company is well regarded for its incredible attention to detail and performance when it comes to its products. If you are a lover of beautifully-made functional tools that have a unique design philosophy, join the fandom (and the waitlist..).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe at Tosho are extremely proud to be their partners, and look forward to the next shipment!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rare knives from Konosuke are forged by Shiriaki Hamono. They have a beautiful stainless Damascus clad and forged VG-10 core steel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShiraki Hamono is well regarded for forging stainless steels such as VG-10 and Ginsanko (Silver #3) to its highest potential. The heat treat on these blades is superb and very different from other VG-10 knives on the market as they are able to bring out the best qualities of the steel (edge retention, ease of sharpening, and the ability to take on a keen edge).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Konosuke 幸之祐 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Shiraki Blacksmith 白木刃物 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-10, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Khii Laurel Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 326mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 160mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 185mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 53.5mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 137mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 171g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konosuke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39254836871262,"sku":"AAA-BC222NK180-DA180","price":475.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210506_161445.jpg?v=1620336962"},{"product_id":"aaa-615b2kt-da165","title":"Hitohira TD Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm Padauk Handle","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Santoku is an all-purpose blade that is incredibly useful for tight spaces and it is the one that most home cooks should purchase first. Even folks who use paring knives for everything can quickly get used to this blade since it brings so much utility in a compact size.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe TD Blue #2 line is a perfect blade to get a taste of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of blue #2 carbon steel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe find this construction to be the best of both types of steel, and hope more people try out this amazing high-carbon steel!  (one must keep clean and dry the whole blade often to prevent it from rusting, and a benign discolouration\/patina will form regardless). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Padauk \u0026amp; Wenge Ferrule Octagonal\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 308mm\u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 160mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 180mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 53mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 4.6mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 125mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 159g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39364124049502,"sku":"AAA-615B2KT-DA165","price":185.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210603_131016.jpg?v=1622743274"},{"product_id":"tadafusa-tsuchime-sld-nakiri-165mm-maple-handle","title":"Tadafusa Tsuchime SLD Nakiri 165mm Maple Handle","description":"\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2jQ0s7vfqkE\" height=\"315\" width=\"460\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tadafusa Tsuchime SLD nakiri is a perfect blade to get a taste of semi stainless steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of SLD steel. We find this construction to be the best of both types of steel, and hope more people try out this amazing semi stainless steel!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Tadafusa 忠房 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Semi Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: SLD, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Maple \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Right Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 311mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 184mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 50mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 163g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tadafusa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39406365802590,"sku":"BGA-CC252165NA-DA165","price":225.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210708_133157.jpg?v=1625772288"},{"product_id":"konosuke-madei-sumiiro-nakiri-165mm-burnt-chestnut-handle","title":"Konosuke Madei Sumiiro Nakiri 165mm Burnt Chestnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*This knife does not come with a wooden cover. It can be purchased separately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/collections\/edro-magnetic-caramelized-maple-sheath\/products\/xdfce-031?variant=29435703558238\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Madei (meaning 'carefully\/politely' in the smith's regional dialect) line from Konosuke is done by a talented smith Takahiro Nihei-san from Fukushima. The Sumiiro  (meaning 'india ink' from Japanese calligraphy) inspired finish is a rustic yet beautiful technique that Nihei had to earn from his master during his apprenticeship. We find it to be a great contrast to the highly polished bevel, where you can see the ripples on the cladding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to the excellence in making of the blade, the engraving is also done by the smith himself (a rarity). Nihei-san's incredible calligraphy skills can be seen in the expert chisel blows on each curves of the kakunin \"Konosuke\" on the right side of the blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Madei line features a wonderful cutting feel thanks to the thinness of the edge, with the spine thickness offering a balanced\/hefty feeling in hand. While using a gentle cutting technique is always a good idea when using a high-performance knives, we recommend the Madei knives to any cooks who are looking to invest in a tool that is easy to maintain (SLD steel is almost fully stainless), with a killer edge retention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Konosuke 幸之祐 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Nihei Blacksmith \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Fukushima\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Semi Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: SLD, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Burnt Chestnut \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Half Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 311mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 188mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 53mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 123mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 166g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konosuke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39427564437598,"sku":"AAA-CC217165NK-DA165","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210729_143404.jpg?v=1627587370"},{"product_id":"bca-s3su-thin-06-da180","title":"Takada no Hamono Silver #3 Suiboku Nakiri 180mm Rosewood Handle (Extra Thin)","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMitsuaki Takada-san has trained under Hiroshi Ashi-san for years before setting up his own sharpening house, Takada Hamono late 2019. Takada-san has a unique sense of beauty in his patterns and profiles but what sets his work apart from other blades is his consistent convex grind that imbues both strength and cutting ability in perfect balance; additionally, his style minimizes ingredient stiction to the blade. He is a jolly man full of smiles, and we are proud to support his new venture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged Silver #3 from Nakagawa, these Takada no Hamono blades have a high hardness point and perform similarly to carbon steel without the burden of rust management, making these an excellent choice for those who want a taste of carbon steel but are apprehensive about the maintenance. With its keen edge and convex geometry, these blades will smoothly cut through the toughest ingredients with ease. However, the edge is quite thin, thus we recommend users to cut with caution to avoid chipping. We recommend these blades to cooks with a gentle hand looking for a reliable carbon steel knife capable of handling nearly any task. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuiboku stands for “ink wash,” a style of painting originating in the Tang Dynasty of China using calligraphy-like brush strokes. The mirror polished edge combined with raw, dynamic lines from acid etching on the blade strikes a vivid comparison to the rivers and valleys portrayed in ancient East Asian paintings. Over time, a beautiful and subtle patina will develop on the blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Takada no Hamono \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Nakagawa Blacksmith \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Silver #3 (Ginsan), Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 314mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 162mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 182mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 57mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 133mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 163g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Mitsuaki Takada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39474092343390,"sku":"BCA-S3SU-THIN-06-DA180","price":530.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210822_143119.jpg?v=1629916944"},{"product_id":"bca-w1su-06-da180","title":"Takada no Hamono White #1 Suiboku Nakiri 180mm Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMitsuaki Takada-san has trained under Hiroshi Ashi-san for years before setting up his own sharpening house, Takada Hamono late 2019. Takada-san has a unique sense of beauty in his patterns and profiles but what sets his work apart from other blades is his consistent convex grind that imbues both strength and cutting ability in perfect balance; additionally, his style minimizes ingredient stiction to the blade. He is a jolly man full of smiles, and we are proud to support his new venture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged White #1 carbon steel from Tanaka, these Takada no Hamono blades have a high hardness point and maintain a sharp edge exceptionally well. Compared to its cousin Blue #1, it is easier to sharpen and takes on a fine edge quicker. With its keen edge and convex geometry, these blades will smoothly cut through the toughest ingredients with ease. However, the edge is quite thin, thus we recommend users to cut with caution to avoid chipping. We recommend these blades to cooks with a gentle hand looking for a reliable carbon steel knife capable of handling nearly any task. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuiboku stands for “ink wash,” a style of painting originating in the Tang Dynasty of China using calligraphy-like brush strokes. The mirror polished edge combined with raw, dynamic lines from acid etching on the blade strikes a vivid comparison to the rivers and valleys portrayed in ancient East Asian paintings. Over time, a beautiful and subtle patina will develop on the blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Takada no Hamono \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Tanaka Blacksmith 田中刃物製作所 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 316mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 261mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 280mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 152g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Mitsuaki Takada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39555162046558,"sku":"BCA-W1SU-06-DA180","price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211112_142403.jpg?v=1636746095"},{"product_id":"aaa-430-09-da","title":"Hitohira NM Tsuchime 165mm Nakiri Imitation Mahogany Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eNM line is made from VG-1 stainless steel with various finishes. NM refers to the first two letters of the two makers responsible for the blade. The steel feels incredibly finely grained, and we found that it offers great edge at around #1000 - #3000, with maximum edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt features a very slightly hollow ground bevels, making these knives extremely thin behind the edge, yet they maintain good thickness on the spine for stability. We recommend these knives for both experienced users and beginners with practicality and performance in mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)\u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan\u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri\u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-1, Soft Stainless Clad\u003cbr\u003eHandle: Imitation Mahogany Western\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 292mm\u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 173mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 45mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.5mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 120mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 148g\u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; left: -80px; top: -18.7617px;\" id=\"gtx-trans\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39588589863006,"sku":"AAA-430-09-DA","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220109_125419.jpg?v=1656954538"},{"product_id":"aaa-171n-24-da165","title":"Hitohira Futana SB Kuro Nashiji Nakiri 165mm Cherry Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Futana series is a great series for anyone getting into Japanese kitchen knives for elegant aesthetics and beautifully finished wooden handles. The S3 line is features a fully stainless blade for ease of maintenance, whereas the SB line boasts Blue Super carbon steel that will hold an incredible edge for a long while (\u003cspan\u003eone must keep clean and dry it often to prevent it from rusting, and a benign discolouration will form regardless)\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe highly recommend the Futana blades as gifts for culinary students, professional cooks, young professionals moving into their first apartment, newly weds and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) Super, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Cherry Wood \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 312mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 179mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 134mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 158g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eHardness: 61±1HRC\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39603205439582,"sku":"AAA-171N-24-DA165","price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220119_155846.jpg?v=1642626394"},{"product_id":"aaa-615sltm-02-da165","title":"Hitohira TD SLD Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The TD Blue #2 line is a perfect blade to get a taste of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of blue #2 carbon steel.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,2173750],\"15\":\"-apple-system, system-ui, \\\"San Francisco\\\", \\\"Segoe UI\\\", Roboto, \\\"Helvetica Neue\\\", sans-serif\",\"16\":11}'\u003eThe TD SLD line is a perfect blade to get a taste of semi-stainless steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of SLD steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The TD Blue #2 line is a perfect blade to get a taste of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust, while you can enjoy the long edge life and sharpness of blue #2 carbon steel.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,2173750],\"15\":\"-apple-system, system-ui, \\\"San Francisco\\\", \\\"Segoe UI\\\", Roboto, \\\"Helvetica Neue\\\", sans-serif\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Semi Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: SLD, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Bird's Eye Maple Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 310mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 184mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 50mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 125mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 143g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39603205537886,"sku":"AAA-615SLTM-02-DA165","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220119_112840.jpg?v=1642613930"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-da180","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Nakiri 180mm Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHitohira Togashi knives have some of the best steel treatment, aesthetics, and fit and finish from Hitohira. Kenji Togashi-san is a mastersmith who works almost exclusively with the family sharpener to create superb cutting tools that are extremely rewarding to sharpen. We recommend Togashi blades to cooks with a deep appreciation for craft and forging, with healthy interest in hand sharpening and polishing with whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi Stainless clad Kasumi series is an impressive blade combining aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge, and ease of sharpening. A milky Kasumi finish complements a bright silver edge, while the choil and spine are polished to an elegant mirror finish. On the handle, a deep brown ebony contrasts a ferrule of buffalo horn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFeaturing a carbon steel edge produced from White #1, the Togashi Kasumi line is ideal for professional and home chefs who work in busy kitchens requiring a high capacity of cutting performance. Its exceptionally durable edge is made to handle high workloads, combined with a blade convexity offering excellent food release. If you are looking for a versatile and sturdy blade with incredible sharpness, these beautiful and high performing Togashi blades are the ones for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 320mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 168mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 182mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 54mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.4mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 232g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39635668697182,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-DA180","price":505.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220315_150907.jpg?v=1647446484"},{"product_id":"bca-b1su-06-da180","title":"Takada no Hamono Blue #1 Suiboku Nakiri 180mm Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMitsuaki Takada-san has trained under Hiroshi Ashi-san for years before setting up his own sharpening house, Takada Hamono late 2019. Takada-san has a unique sense of beauty in his patterns and profiles but what sets his work apart from other blades is his consistent convex grind that imbues both strength and cutting ability in perfect balance; additionally, his style minimizes ingredient stiction to the blade. He is a jolly man full of smiles, and we are proud to support his new venture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged Blue #1 carbon steel from Tanaka, these Takada no Hamono blades have a high hardness point and maintain a sharp edge exceptionally well. Compared to its cousin White #1, it takes more time to sharpen but will stay sharp for longer. With its keen edge and convex geometry, these blades will smoothly cut through the toughest ingredients with ease. However, the edge is quite thin, thus we recommend users to cut with caution to avoid chipping. We recommend these blades to cooks with a gentle hand looking for a reliable carbon steel knife capable of handling nearly any task. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuiboku stands for “ink wash,” a style of painting originating in the Tang Dynasty of China using calligraphy-like brush strokes. The mirror polished edge combined with raw, dynamic lines from acid etching on the blade strikes a vivid comparison to the rivers and valleys portrayed in ancient East Asian paintings. Over time, a beautiful and subtle patina will develop on the blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Takada no Hamono \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Tanaka Blacksmith 田中刃物製作所 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 312mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 162mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 177mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 157g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Mitsuaki Takada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39641256820830,"sku":"BCA-B1SU-06-DA180","price":495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220310_124459_mh1646934676485.jpg?v=1646943084"},{"product_id":"aaa-460-58-da165","title":"Hitohira Setsu Forged VG-10 Damascus Nakiri 165mm Jutan Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHitohira is our brand new supplier that has been absolutely killing it. The president, Mr. Hokuto Aizawa, has traveled the world in his mid-20s and saw firsthand how Japanese kitchen knives are adored throughout the northern hemisphere and decided to make the products even more accessible. Now, Hitohira brings many new and old favourites back into our shelves with consistency, making our clients even happier. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor Hitohira all lines, there are abbreviations and pseudonyms to organize and identify the products. If you have any questions about the individual craftsman involved, send us an email, and we can do our best to clarify within our limits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKnives from the Hitohira Setsu line offer premium cutting performance in a Damascus patterned stainless steel profile. We carry knives fitted with new Jutan handles crafted from Honduras rosewood sporting rich violet and reddish hues. Thanks to a thin and even hollow-ground bevel, these blades make short work of the densest ingredients. Having extra heel height helps tackle taller foodstuff, yet despite their size they feel remarkably light in the hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlthough stainless steel is more rust-resistant compared to carbon steel, it is still important to keep the knife cleaned and wiped after each use to preserve its luster. The delicate edge of these knives would not fare too well in busy kitchen lines, but for those who cut with care and patience at home, you will be amazed by the performance of these knives time and time again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-10, Stainless Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Jutan \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 380mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 128mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 163g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39652057808990,"sku":"AAA-460-58-DA165","price":325.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220402_163853.jpg?v=1648934708"},{"product_id":"hkka-ae185-da165","title":"Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kumokage Nakiri 165mm Teak Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHatsukokoro’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKumokage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e line translates to “cloud shadow.” Forged in Tosa, these knives are characterized by consistent and thin grinds, affordable prices, and profiles that work well for both rock chopping and push cutting. The Kumokage Blue #2’s are not stainless and need to be kept dry to avoid corrosion over time. On the upside, they are very easy to sharpen and take a very keen edge. Hatsukokoro knives are known for a beautiful grind and polish, as well as generous heel height to prevent knuckles from contacting the board when cutting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnives from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKumokage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e line are constructed from Blue #2 carbon steel and clad in soft iron, giving them excellent edge retention and performance while remaining fairly easy to sharpen. The thickness in the spine gives these a sturdy, weighted feel in the hand while the convex grind minimizes food stiction. These are excellent choices for first time carbon steel knife users thanks to their affordable price and durability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hatsukokoro \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Tosa-Kochi\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Teak \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 316mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 190mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 50.5mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 128mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 195g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39658326818910,"sku":"HKKA-AE185-DA165","price":235.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/MTXX-MH20240406_154241157.jpg?v=1712433480"},{"product_id":"dca-010-da120","title":"Daitoku Blue #2 Nakiri 120mm Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eDaitoku knives are one of the most unique blades even for us. The almost-indigo coloured rustic kurouchi finish along with the hand-carved walnut handles with brass bolster make for such an incredible aesthetics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNot only are they beautiful, the hand-forged, hand-sharpened carbon steel blades retain their sharpness for a long time without being difficult to sharpen using whetstones (we recommend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/products\/imanishi-arashiyama-whetstone-1000?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0e12fb729\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"IMANISHI ARASHIYAMA WHETSTONE #1000\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/products\/imanishi-arashiyama-whetstone-1000?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0e12fb729\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ethe Imanishi Arashiyama  #1000\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe do, however, caution the users to keep these blades dry as often as possible to prevent possible rusting. As for all carbon steel knives, a beautiful patina will form overtime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile vegetable knife that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Daitoku 大徳 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Tomonori Akahata 赤畠 大徳 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Mie\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 120mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Brass Ferrule Original \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 244mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 112mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 134mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 48mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 110mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 68g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Daitoku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39669009350750,"sku":"DCA-010-DA120","price":275.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220408_114151.jpg?v=1649437355"},{"product_id":"aaa-442-06-da165","title":"Hitohira STK V10 Nakiri 165mm Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe STK line has got so much going for it; full stainless steel for ease of maintenance, both Damascus AND hammered finish as well as a beautiful dark wood handle. The edge is thin enough to not wedge terribly on hard root vegetables such as sweet potatoes, but more durable than some of our more performance-focused blades such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hitohira T10 Tsuchime Knives\" href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/search?q=t10+tsuchime\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eT10 Tsuchime series. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend the STK line for cooks looking for a balanced, easy-to-care-for blades with both performance and aesthetics in mind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-10, Stainless Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Oval \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 307mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 49mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.8mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 159g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39674566148190,"sku":"AAA-442-06-DA165","price":205.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220416_160959.jpg?v=1650143961"},{"product_id":"aaa-173-24-da","title":"Hitohira Futana Stainless Tsuchime Damascus Nakiri Cherry Wood Handle","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHitohira is our brand new supplier that has been absolutely killing it. The president, Mr. Hokuto Aizawa, has traveled the world in his mid-20s and saw firsthand how Japanese kitchen knives are adored throughout the northern hemisphere and decided to make the products even more accessible. Now, Hitohira brings many new and old favourites back into our shelves with consistency, making our clients even happier. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Hitohira all lines, there are abbreviations and pseudonyms to organize and identify the products. If you have any questions about the individual craftsman involved, send us an email, and we can do our best to clarify within our limits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe highly recommend the Futana blades as gifts for culinary students, professional cooks, young professionals moving into their first apartment, newly weds and more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProfile: Nakiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel: AUS-10, Stainless Damascus Clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCherry Wood \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 314mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 163mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 182mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 50mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 134mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 150g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39700887371870,"sku":"AAA-173-24-DA","price":225.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220611_151121.jpg?v=1654975381"},{"product_id":"ama-027t-05-da","title":"Morihei Hisamoto Blue Super Tsuchime Stainless Clad Nakiri 165mm Ho Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Please note, that the handle installation on these knives is done by a traditional tang \"burn-in\" without any glue. These handles can become loose due to the environment and\/or exposer to high heat. Please see the last photo for reference. Here is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IxCO9_QBDnA\u0026amp;t=60s\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003evideo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e demonstrating how to fix the loose handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMorihei is a knife and whetstone supplier based in Asakusabashi, Tokyo with over 100 years of history. At one point, more than 20 groups of blacksmiths and sharpeners worked under the name Morihei. Famously known for its extensive collection of whetstones and natural stones, the president Mr. Akimitsu Oguro is also an advisor for natural stone researchers from various universities and government groups. To this day, Morihei is one of the few remaining companies in Japan that has maintained the relationship between its blacksmiths and stonemakers for this long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBrand: Morihei 森平 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Tokyo\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue Super, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 315mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 162mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 180mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 56mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 3.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 132mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 178g\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morihei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39735915610206,"sku":"AMA-027T-05-DA","price":460.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220726_170109.jpg?v=1658869503"},{"product_id":"bja-cd285-da165","title":"Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Nakiri 165mm Teak Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshikane Hamono is a company in its 4th generation of operation from Sanjo city with over a century of history. The current blacksmith is Kazuomi Yamamoto, who learned the trade from his uncle Tsuneo Yoshida (3rd generation). Mr. Yamamoto is regarded widely as one of the best in his trade thanks to his mastery over several domains of knife-making, an exceedingly rare trait. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis wealth of steel knowledge has allowed him to expertly forge both carbon and stainless steels, creating rarities such as a Honyaki blade from SG2 steel. Furthermore, his sharpening\/blade-shaping prowess rivals or exceeds that of many Sakai sharpeners\/blade-shapers despite him primarily being known as a blacksmith. Cutting with the Yoshikane blade is certainly an experience that will put a smile to the faces of amateur and seasoned cooks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to the Konosuke Sanjo line, the Yoshikane SKD has a razor-thin edge boasting elite cutting prowess comparable to using a laser in the kitchen. This power does come with the responsibility of gentle technique and a soft hand, as the thin edge can chip easily if not used with utmost respect and care. If you are somebody with a history of mistreating knives and being rough with your tools, we do not recommend the Yoshikane SKD for you. It will chip, as this is not a “workhorse” blade with a robust edge thickness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from SKD12\/A2 semi-stainless steel, these blades are easy to sharpen and sport excellent edge retention with a toothy quality; just keep the edge dry and clean often to avoid rust spots. The generous spine thickness throughout the blade offers excellent blade control with minimum warping even when cutting through tall and dense ingredients like celeriac. Simply put, the Yoshikane SKD line is a shining example of what happens when rustic beauty is harmonically balanced with performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile vegetable knife that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Yoshikane 吉兼 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Yoshikane Blacksmith 吉金刃物製作所 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Semi Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: SKD-12 (A2), Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Teak \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 321mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 188mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 51.6mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 128mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 174g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eHardness: 62-63HRC\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshikane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39744829161566,"sku":"BJA-CD285-DA165","price":420.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220721_131257.jpg?v=1658424709"},{"product_id":"baa-ac206afna165ta-da165","title":"Akifusa Blue Super Migaki Nakiri 165mm Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAkifusa’s mission from the start has been to supply conscientious cooks and knife enthusiasts with the tools they need to do their best work. Collaborating with a roster of blacksmiths and craftsmen (including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/collections\/ohishi\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.toshoknifearts.com\/collections\/ohishi\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOhishi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) across Japan, Akifusa knives are designed to maximize the pleasure of cutting and build a lasting relationship between tool and user. To them, everything they do is focused on the bigger picture of building a better work life for their customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a Blue Super carbon steel core and clad in stainless steel, these are excellent choices for first time users of carbon steel knives who want a taste of the sharpness and edge retention of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache. 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For those concerned about rust prevention, the patina-masking kurouchi finish will help in preserving the aesthetic integrity of your blade. 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At one point, more than 20 groups of blacksmiths and sharpeners worked under the name Morihei. Famously known for its extensive collection of whetstones and natural stones, the president Mr. Akimitsu Oguro is also an advisor for natural stone researchers from various universities and government groups. To this day, Morihei is one of the few remaining companies in Japan that has maintained the relationship between its blacksmiths and stonemakers for this long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Nakiri offers the performance and edge retention of Blue #2 carbon steel at a very reasonable price. The saber grind on the edge makes short work of tougher ingredients like root vegetables, and helps reduce food stickage to the blade. For those concerned about rust prevention, the patina-masking kurouchi finish will help in preserving the aesthetic integrity of your blade. Cooks who: 1) don’t mind putting a little extra effort into blade maintenance and 2) want to try carbon steel without breaking the bank will appreciate the Morihei Kikuyu Nakiri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBrand: Morihei 森平 \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Carbon Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Wenge Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morihei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41213048291422,"sku":"AMA-890D-02-DA165","price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241017-140248.jpg?v=1729188410"},{"product_id":"morihei-kikuyu-blue-2-damascus-nakiri-165mm-wenge-handle","title":"Morihei Kikuyu Blue #2 Damascus Nakiri 165mm Wenge Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMorihei is a knife and whetstone supplier based in Asakusabashi, Tokyo with over 100 years of history. At one point, more than 20 groups of blacksmiths and sharpeners worked under the name Morihei. Famously known for its extensive collection of whetstones and natural stones, the president Mr. Akimitsu Oguro is also an advisor for natural stone researchers from various universities and government groups. To this day, Morihei is one of the few remaining companies in Japan that has maintained the relationship between its blacksmiths and stonemakers for this long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Nakiri offers the performance and edge retention of Blue #2 carbon steel at a very reasonable price. The saber grind on the edge makes short work of tougher ingredients like root vegetables, and helps reduce food stickage to the blade. For those concerned about rust prevention, the patina-masking kurouchi finish will help in preserving the aesthetic integrity of your blade. Cooks who: 1) don’t mind putting a little extra effort into blade maintenance and 2) want to try carbon steel without breaking the bank will appreciate the Morihei Kikuyu Nakiri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBrand: Morihei 森平 \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Carbon Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle:Wenge Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morihei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41231651930206,"sku":"AMA-890D-65-DA165","price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241017-135606.jpg?v=1729188359"},{"product_id":"aaa-455-02-da165","title":"Hitohira YG Nashiji White #2 Nakiri 165mm Walnut Handle (Ziricote Ferrule)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Ziricote Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 305mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 179mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.8mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 153g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293969326174,"sku":"AAA-455-02-DA165","price":340.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241128-145134.jpg?v=1732823710"},{"product_id":"aaa-730-02-lb","title":"Hitohira Harima Forged Blue #2 Stainless Clad Kurouchi Nakiri Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Miki-Hyogo\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Walnut \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 308mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 179mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 47mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 160g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41293969555550,"sku":"AAA-730-02-LB","price":225.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241128-150458.jpg?v=1732824504"},{"product_id":"aaa-440b-09-da165","title":"Hitohira NM V10 Tsuchime Damascus Nakiri 165mm Imitation Mahogany Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis NM line is made from VG-10 stainless steel with stainless Damascus clad. NM refers to the first two letters of the two makers responsible for the blade. The steel feels incredibly finely grained, and we found that it offers great edge at around #1000 - #3000, with maximum edge retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a convex\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eground bevels, making these knives extremely thin behind the edge, yet they maintain good thickness on the spine for stability. We recommend these knives for both experienced users and beginners with practicality and performance in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Echizen-Fukui\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: VG-10, Stainless Damascus Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Imitation Mahogany Western \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41331351781470,"sku":"AAA-440B-09-DA165","price":205.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241218-104453.jpg?v=1734539247"},{"product_id":"bja-ah2dee-da165","title":"Yoshikane White #2 Nashiji Nakiri 165mm Double Ebony Enju Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshikane Hamono is a company in its 4th generation of operation from Sanjo city with over a century of history. The current blacksmith is Kazuomi Yamamoto, who learned the trade from his uncle Tsuneo Yoshida (3rd generation). Mr. Yamamoto is regarded widely as one of the best in his trade thanks to his mastery over several domains of knife-making, an exceedingly rare trait. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis wealth of steel knowledge has allowed him to expertly forge both carbon and stainless steels, creating rarities such as a Honyaki blade from SG2 steel. Furthermore, his sharpening\/blade-shaping prowess rivals or exceeds that of many Sakai sharpeners\/blade-shapers despite him primarily being known as a blacksmith. Cutting with the Yoshikane blade is certainly an experience that will put a smile to the faces of amateur and seasoned cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimilar to the Konosuke Sanjo line, the Yoshikane White #2 has a razor-thin edge boasting elite cutting prowess comparable to using a laser in the kitchen. This power does come with the responsibility of gentle technique and a soft hand, as the thin edge can chip easily if not used with utmost respect and care. If you are somebody with a history of mistreating knives and being rough with your tools, we do not recommend the Yoshikane White #2 for you. It will chip, as this is not a “workhorse” blade with a robust edge thickness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed from White #2 carbon steel, these blades are easy to sharpen and sport excellent edge retention with a toothy quality; just keep the edge dry and clean often to avoid rust. The generous spine thickness throughout the blade offers excellent blade control with minimum warping even when cutting through tall and dense ingredients like celeriac. Simply put, the Yoshikane White #2 line is a shining example of what happens when rustic beauty is harmonically balanced with performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Yoshikane 吉兼 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Yoshikane Blacksmith 吉金刃物製作所 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Double Ebony Enju \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 315mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 188mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 52mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 190g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshikane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41374726389854,"sku":"BJA-AH2DEE-DA165","price":415.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20250110-141804.jpg?v=1736537728"},{"product_id":"aaa-651-01-da175","title":"Hitohira Imojiya TH Stainless Nakiri 175mm Pakka Handle (Wa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Imojiya line is known for their budget-friendly western series and premium Damascus patterned wa-handled blades. Fitted to the blade is a gray Pakka wood handle that is built to last and gives this knife a solid, secure in-hand grip. The DSR-1K6 steel used in its construction has very high rust and corrosion resistant properties, however, you may find yourself needing to sharpen it more often than other stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Nakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\"}'\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Seki-Gifu\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Nakiri \u003cbr\u003eSize: 175mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Stainless Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Mono DSR-1K6 \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Pakka \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 312mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 163mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 173mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 47mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.5mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 151g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41434260209758,"sku":"AAA-651-01-DA175","price":145.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20250211-121858.jpg?v=1739295137"},{"product_id":"cma-000-654","title":"*Discounted* Jiro Tsuchime Yo Nakiri 180mm Tagayasan Handle (#654)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***This blade has been discounted due to the gap between the tang and handle scale. Please see product photos. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease email us at info@toshoknifearts.com for further inquires.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJiro Nakagawa-san (@jiro2310 on Instagram) is a true one-man shokunin that lives alone in the countryside. He sought out skilled craftsmen around Japan including a master sword polisher to learn the techniques of manipulating traditional materials, and have practiced the art of calligraphy for over 20 years to enhance his hand chiseling\/engraving. His unique skill sets, humility, and willingness to improve all of his domains as a craftsman make all Jiro forged items worth treasuring for years to come. We are honoured to carry his masterpieces, and cannot wait to see what amazing work he will be putting out in the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJiro’s blades have several unique qualities about them. Start by looking at the blade, each completed with a rustic kurouchi and kasumi finish. Each knife is imbued with a finely finished edge, the result of hand sharpening on Japanese natural stones. All of his White #1 carbon steel knives are water quenched to bolster the hardness in the blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the thick tang and neck are a trademark of Jiro-forged blades, done to provide even weight distribution when in use. The thick tang and neck also serve as proof of Jiro’s hand lamination, rather than the pre-laminated blanks that most smiths use for convenience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: It is important to be careful when working with the tip of the knife, as Jiro prefers to taper his blades very thinly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a one-man operation, the number of knives he can produce at a time is very limited and thus, each individual blade we receive from him is revered. One will not easily forget a Jiro blade after seeing one and feeling its presence. Each knife encapsulates Jiro’s craftsman soul and it is impossible not to be moved by one of these. Knife purists looking for  a wholly unique blade with ultimate sharpness and fantastic performance, look no further than Jiro-san’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri is a versatile blade that excels in processing large amounts of vegetables and the rectangular shape is also very useful to pick up all the chopped bits!\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\"All things you can see that have different colours on hard steel are called Aike or Goma Hada (Sesame skin)  which shows up because some dust gets in during forging, or because of the inconsistency of carbon contents.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003eModern knife making often uses higher temperatures to avoid this happening, but it is ideal to use lower temperatures because it keeps more carbon contents inside the steel, rather than burning it away.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf you have ever seen any old knives that were forge-welded\/laminated by the blacksmiths themselves instead of using a pre-cladded stock\/blade blanks, you can see a lot of Aike. 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