Mutsumi Hinoura’s Blue Super Kurouchi knives offer exceptional craftsmanship and cutting performance, combining a robust hand-forged feel with remarkably thin geometry behind the edge. The premium Blue Super carbon steel core takes an incredibly keen edge, delivers outstanding edge retention, and develops a rich patina over time. Finished with a traditional kurouchi forge scale, these blades have a distinctive rustic character while remaining practical and easy to maintain. Well balanced, durable, and highly versatile, they are an excellent choice for cooks seeking the performance and personality of a handcrafted Japanese carbon steel knife.

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.

Brand: Mutsumi Hinoura 日野浦 睦 
Blacksmith: Mutsumi Hinoura 日野浦 睦
Producing Area: Sanjo-Niigata/ Japan
Profile: Santoku
Size: 165mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Blue (Aogami) Super, Soft Stainless Clad
Handle: Ebony & Pakka Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 312mm
Edge Length: 169mm
Handle to Tip Length: 186mm
Blade Height: 51.7mm
Thickness: 4.91mm
Handle Length: 127mm
Weight: 187g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous