{"title":"All White (Shirogami) Steel","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"aaa-025w2k-53-fb210","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #2 Kurouchi Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm Tagayasan Handle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\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 a healthy interest in hand sharpening and polishing with whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Togashi White #2 Kurouchi series is a great way to get a master hand-forged blade at a reasonable price. It features a prominent wide bevel which is extremely thin behind the edge. The Togashi’s in-house sharpener’s skill level is on display here and we are very happy to see the improvements in each batch of these. The extra attention to detail on the mirror finished choil area adds to the comfort when using a pinch grip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeaturing a carbon steel edge forged from Hitachi White #2 steel, these are ideal for professional and home chefs who are appreciative of smooth cutting performance and ease of re-sharpening in their blades. Its exceptionally thin edge is made to be used with care, and the iron cladding means the entire blade needs to be kept dry as soon as possible post-usage \/ during usage. Otherwise one can expect chipping along the edge and the patina can easily turn to rust. However, if you treat it with respect and use it slowly at first, you won’t have any issues. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are looking for a blade that has a great potential sharpness, and nimble in hand-feel blade, these rustic Togashi blades are the ones for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nBrand: 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: Kiritsuke Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Tagayasan \u0026amp; Ebony Ferrule Octagonal\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 360mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 198mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 212mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 51mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.1mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 142mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 183g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32118260858974,"sku":"AAA-025W2K-53-FB210","price":520.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220705_140823.jpg?v=1657044760"},{"product_id":"cma-000-100","title":"Jiro Watetsu Kitaeji White #2 Kiridashi 60mm Enju Handle (#100)","description":"\u003cp\u003eJiro Nakagawa-san 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 will to improve all of his domain as a craftman (he is even on Instagram, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jiro2310\/\"\u003e@jiro2310\u003c\/a\u003e) make all Jiro forged items worth treasuring for years to come. We are honoured to carry his work, and cannot wait to see what amazing work he will be putting out in the future. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll Jiro blades are numbered and for the one-hundredth,  Jiro-san wished to imbue his maximum effort and all his knowledge to create a tool that is very different from kitchen knives. He decided to make a Kiridashi, a humble marking blade often used in woodworking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe materials and techniques used in this project are extremely impressive and deserve spotlights. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the blade, he used Watetsu, a type of soft iron made from a Tatara smelter, from his personal cache. Some of the pieces date back to 1850s: they were a part of temple door hinges, and anchors of traditional ships decommissioned at the adoption of steam engines. The watetsu is easier and less time consuming to sharpen than modern soft iron (Gokunanko), and has rather unique asethetic characters. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis was then layered with a small piece of hard steel, forge welded carefully in low temperature to create 'Kitaeji', which was used as a cladding material for the kiridashi. The Kitaeji is more sophisticated and functional that its other visually similar cousins. Because the hard steel mixed in with soft iron\/Watetsu, it prevents tension warping of the blade, while being both beautiful and easy to sharpen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother interesting note is the usage of a labour intensive technique called Kissaki-kurumi. It is a traditional method used in high-quality chisel making, where a small portion of the hard steel is wrapped over the soft cladding, making it visible from the front side. To execute this, one needs to keep the welding temperature just right, and be extremely vigilant through the quenching and sharpening process to not lose the hard steel portion. In the kiridashi, you can spot this effect along the spine from the middle to the tip, where the layering is non-existent. This provides extra strength and helps prevent twisting in the blade. The usage of Kissaki-kurumi by Jiro-san is a statement of pride and proof of his blacksmithing knowledge and skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ura of this kiridashi has been carved out by hand using a traditional tool called a sen, making re-sharpening  and the entire blade portion have been hand polished on natural stones to bring out the folded layers. In fact, the sight of layers itself is a testament to the forging skill; using too high of temperature or exposing it to heat for too long would cause the hard steel in the Kitaeji to lose its carbon content, preventing the pattern to show after final polishing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo do the blade justice, a friction-fitting, perfectly-bevelled octagonal handle was hand carved out of a piece of Enju wood that has been dried for 50 years. This handle has a neat design element that allows the blade to be removed using the nail-like tool (also made with the special Kitaeji material) included, for full sharpening and cleaning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are so many paragraphs to write about this extremely special, one-of-a-kind tool. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBut alas, that will be rather verbose; so here is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=5fV95ZGp11g\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\u0026amp;fbclid=IwAR1Tduh-kEamYUpeDjeZy8EzmLxQG1cOeYBg0eg41cCZuHoilW6Lka0Qw0A\"\u003evideo \u003c\/a\u003emade by Hitohira to explain the process and how to properly assemble\/disassemble the blade from the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Jiro 次郎 \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Jiro Nakagawa 中川 次郎 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Nagano\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Kiridashi \u003cbr\u003eSize: 60mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Watetsu Kitaeji Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Enju Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 234mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 58mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 114mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 26mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 122mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 138g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right Handed \u003cbr\u003eDate of manufacture: July 2020 \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u0026amp; Kiri Box\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32172073451614,"sku":"CMA-000-100","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/P1100539_DxO.jpg?v=1601688051"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w3-05-ia210","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Yanagiba 210mm Ho Wood Handle (Saya)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 346mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 204mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 214mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 30mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.6mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 130mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 132g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Manzo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32186470367326,"sku":"AAA-050W3-05-IA210","price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210305_113857.jpg?v=1614962582"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w3-05-ia300","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Yanagiba 300mm Ho Wood Handle (Saya)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. 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His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. 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It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\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: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 270mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 416mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 262mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 274mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 33mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.4mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 164g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32397973946462,"sku":"AAA-130W1T-05-IA270","price":360.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210304_151743.jpg?v=1614889234"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w3d-05-la180","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Kamagata Usuba 180mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Usuba is a traditional Japanese single-sided blade that is designed mainly for rotary peeling (‘katsuramuki’ in Japanese) various vegetables. Once peeled into thin sheets, the vegetables can be cut into micro-julienne strips that can serve as a bed for the main ingredients of the dish, such as sashimi slices on a bed of daikon. 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One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn Usuba is a traditional Japanese single-sided blade that is designed mainly for rotary peeling (‘katsuramuki’ in Japanese) various vegetables. Once peeled into thin sheets, the vegetables can be cut into micro-julienne strips that can serve as a bed for the main ingredients of the dish, such as sashimi slices on a bed of daikon. We recommend an usuba for any professional cooks working in restaurants requiring specific knife skills such as katsuramuki and preparation of vegetable garnishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Usuba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 315mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 169mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 184mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 44mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.1mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 200g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Manzo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32397974011998,"sku":"AAA-050W3D-05-LB180","price":245.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210304_131550.jpg?v=1614881861"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w3d-05-na165","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Deba 165mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\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 data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Deba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Manzo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32397974077534,"sku":"AAA-050W3D-05-NA165","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210304_132000.jpg?v=1614882125"},{"product_id":"aaa-080w1t-05-na165","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Deba 165mm Ho Wood Handle (Saya)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e blades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\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: Deba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39260661940318,"sku":"AAA-080W1T-05-NA165","price":365.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210311_155023.jpg?v=1615496113"},{"product_id":"aaa-017w2-05-ca","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Ren White #2 Santoku 180mm Ho Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eNwL7NQM6kM\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRen is a pseudonym for the grandson of one of Sakai’s greatest sharpeners. A sharpener highly respected for his quality sharpening consistency for both double and single bevel knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a third generation sharpener in his late teens who only began training a few years ago, blades done by Ren reflect his experience level in their price points. As a result, his knives are ideal for those looking for excellently forged carbon steel blades at an extremely reasonable price point. Hobbyist sharpeners looking for a knife to practice polishing and initiates of carbon steel knives will also enjoy owning a Kikuchiyo Ren blade. We carry both White #2 and Blue #2 steels in this line. \u003c\/p\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}'\u003eSantoku 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Santoku \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 312mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 164mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 176mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 48mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.4mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 130mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 131g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39299281649758,"sku":"AAA-017W2-05-CA","price":260.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220916_100653_mh1663337450020.jpg?v=1663337595"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w3d-05-ne210","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Mioroshi Deba 210mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)","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\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. Initiates and experienced users of carbon steel single bevel knives who prefer a heavier feeling knife in the hand need to look no further than the Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Mioroshi Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. The shape is like a cross between a Deba and a Yanagiba. Despite its Gyuto-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Mioroshi Deba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 369mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 214mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 228mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 42mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 5.7mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 260g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Manzo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39313865080926,"sku":"AAA-050W3D-05-NE210","price":305.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210420_160052.jpg?v=1618957298"},{"product_id":"ama-012-77-fa210","title":"Morihei Hisamoto Kurouchi White #2 Extra Height Gyuto 210mm Keyaki Zelkova Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KnV8_OydV4w\" 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\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\u003eThis tall iron-clad White #2 210mm Gyuto is one of our favourite knives in the store at the moment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kireha (wide bevel) is sharpened in a hamaguri (convex) style grind. This allows the user to experience exceptional cutting performance, and the opportunity to sharpen, thin, and polish the wide bevel. Coming in at around 58mm heel height and 4.6mm spine thickness, it's heft and cutting ability makes processing ingredients effortlessly!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Morihei 森平 \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Keyaki Zelkova \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 363mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 214mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 228mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 58mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 215g\u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morihei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39345806639198,"sku":"AMA-012-77-FA210","price":485.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/MTXX-MH20240120_103629081.jpg?v=1705767099"},{"product_id":"aaa-050w2-05-fa240","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Ren White #2 Gyuto 240mm Ho Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/35WdwcGIBA8\" 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRen is a pseudonym for the grandson of one of Sakai’s greatest sharpeners. A sharpener highly respected for his quality sharpening consistency for both double and single bevel knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBeing a third generation sharpener in his late teens who only began training a few years ago, blades done by Ren reflect his experience level in their price points. As a result, his knives are ideal for those looking for excellently forged carbon steel blades at an extremely reasonable price point. Hobbyist sharpeners looking for a knife to practice polishing and initiates of carbon steel knives will also enjoy owning a Kikuchiyo Ren blade. We carry both White #2 and Blue #2 steels in this line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 240mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 388mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 228mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 242mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 48mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.6mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 144mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 200g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39352923324510,"sku":"AAA-050W2-05-FA240","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210521_152645.jpg?v=1621625659"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1td-05-zzia270","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Left Handed Yanagiba 270mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape\/ Saya)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e blades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This skill of creating a hardness gradient in the steel is notorious for being difficult to master. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Compared to the Manzo line, Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand. Furthermore, unlike most Sakai forged knives, the Togashi line features a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade (for instance, Manzo’s blades show a diagonal direction). This additional detail, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day use. For instance, hiding scratches from the user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfile: Yanagiba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 270mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Left-Handed D-Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length: 414mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Length: 260mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 274mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height: 33mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 3.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 140mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 182g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand Orientation: Left-Handed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\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","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39364123951198,"sku":"AAA-130W1TD-05-ZZIA270","price":490.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211209_151602.jpg?v=1639082549"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1td-05-zzna150","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Left Handed Deba 150mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape\/ Saya)","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;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfile: Deba\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: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Left-Handed D-Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length: 293mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Length: 156mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 172mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height: 47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 120mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 195g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand Orientation: Left-Handed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39364123983966,"sku":"AAA-130W1TD-05-ZZNA150","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210603_134310.jpg?v=1622744980"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1t-05-ia300","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Yanagiba 300mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape\/ Saya)","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;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\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: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 300mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron 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: 449mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 291mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 303mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 35mm\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: 145mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 208g\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39364124737630,"sku":"AAA-130W1T-05-IA300","price":380.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210603_141801.jpg?v=1622745036"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1t-05-na165","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Deba 165mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape\/ Saya)","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;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e blades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":14849,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial\",\"16\":11}'\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\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: Deba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 310mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 170mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 182mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 49mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 4.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 210g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39368548155486,"sku":"AAA-130W1T-05-NA165","price":320.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210608_163743.jpg?v=1623184778"},{"product_id":"aaa-030w3-05-zzia270","title":"Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo White #3 Left Handed Yanagiba 270mm Ho Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA renowned smith from Sakai-city, Kikuchiyo (a pseudonym) apprenticed for over two decades before taking over the master’s forge upon his retirement a few years ago. One of the most impressive traits of his working style is that he is not only fast in production but he is also one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai that can forge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blades, a technique of forging that yields knives with beautiful Hamon lines and exquisite hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManzo is the pseudonym for a sharpener hailing from Sakai, a city known for its prestigious sharpeners of single bevel knives. He was trained under the sole sharpener for a legendary bladesmith who produced some of the rarest and most illustrious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonyaki \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblades. Manzo’s consistent ura sharpening embodies the hallmark of what constitutes a great single bevel knife. His blades feel more heavy on the balance than, say, our Togashi Tachi line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 is a high quality carbon steel that will take a very refined edge with less effort and time than other carbon steels (i.e. will take less than other carbon steels from the same smith and sharpener duo). It is also very reasonably priced for a carbon steel knife. 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It is a great addition for any cooks\"}'\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided\/beveled, and often simply referred to as a ‘sushi knife’. These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elooking to prepare traditional Japanese style dishes. 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Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. 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As a result, his knives are ideal for those looking for excellently forged carbon steel blades at an extremely reasonable price point. Hobbyist sharpeners looking for a knife to practice polishing and initiates of carbon steel knives will also enjoy owning a Kikuchiyo Ren blade. We carry both White #2 and Blue #2 steels in this line. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. 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It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eBlacksmith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sakai-Osaka\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 240mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 378mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 232mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 243mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 31mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.6mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 132mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 156g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Left-Handed \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Manzo\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","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39417139953758,"sku":"AAA-030W3O-05-ZZIA240","price":390.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210801_114224.jpg?v=1627832762"},{"product_id":"aaa-269okdw2-01-ca","title":"Hitohira Imojiya OKD White #2 Stainless Clad Santoku 180mm Pakka 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 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;\"\u003eImojiya line is a budget-friendly western-handled series. The maker of OKD used to work for a famed Seki-city knife maker before branching off and doing his own work. These blades offer the performance and edge retention of carbon steel without the full maintenance headache, thanks to the stainless steel cladding that protects most of the surface area from rust. White #2 carbon steel offers excellent edge retention and is relatively easy to sharpen, taking on a fine edge with ease. At an exceptional price, these are ideal for first time users of carbon steel who don’t mind putting a little bit of time into maintaining the edge of their knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese limited knives were old stock blades that were never commissioned to the original supplier that ordered them. 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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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira ひとひら \u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Seki-Gifu\/ Japan \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Santoku \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel \u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Stainless Steel Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Pakka Western \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 306mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 178mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 183mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 46mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 1.9mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 123mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 165g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39459372957790,"sku":"AAA-269OKDW2-01-CA","price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20220310_140121.jpg?v=1646943538"},{"product_id":"dda-020-fa165","title":"Kogetsu White #1 Gyuto 165mm Wine Pakka Handle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7bz0ZFNLgyU\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;A chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. 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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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA Bunka is a Santoku (an all-purpose knife) with a kiritsuke-tip. The accentuated tip is great for delicate work, whilst sharing the same versatility as the Santoku. It is a great knife as an addition to an existing all-purpose blade or as a first all-purpose knife for any cook. 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\/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: Bunka \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 321mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 172mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 187mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 54mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 133mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 198g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\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","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39490027716702,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-CB180","price":545.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20210909_161254.jpg?v=1631223147"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-fb240","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm Ebony 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\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;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHitohira Togashi knives have some of the best steel treatment, aesthetics, and fit and finish from Hitohira. 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The White #2 carbon steel used in its construction offers excellent edge retention, while remaining relatively easy to sharpen and able to take an edge fairly quickly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor some users, one of the drawbacks to owning single-bevel knives is the necessity of flattening the cutting edge (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ekireha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e) to reduce low spots, a very time consuming endeavor. Fortunately, Morihei’s craftsmen have already completed this painstaking process and went even further by hand sharpening this blade on natural stone, enhancing the already superb cutting performance. 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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;\"\u003eCompared to other yanagibas we carry such as ones by Kikuchiyo Manzo, Morihei Hisamoto yanagibas are lighter by nearly 50% in some cases. As a result, these are remarkably light and agile for their size, bringing a more balanced feel in the hand. The White #2 carbon steel used in its construction offers excellent edge retention, while remaining relatively easy to sharpen and able to take an edge fairly quickly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor some users, one of the drawbacks to owning single-bevel knives is the necessity of flattening the cutting edge (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ekireha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e) to reduce low spots, a very time consuming endeavor. Fortunately, Morihei’s craftsmen have already completed this painstaking process and went even further by hand sharpening this blade on natural stone, enhancing the already superb cutting performance. For sushi chefs with smaller hands and those who work on busy lines with high volumes of sashimi to process, the Morihei Hisamoto yanagiba will delight you time and time again.\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\":\"A Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided\/beveled, and often simply referred to as a ‘sushi knife’. These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks\"}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Morihei 森平 \u003cbr\u003eProfile: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 300mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 415mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 260mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 275mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 33mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.6mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 168g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morihei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39517477568606,"sku":"AMA-886-05-IA300","price":480.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211014_124135.jpg?v=1634232354"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-ga240","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Sujihiki 240mm Ebony 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 style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA slicer ('Sujiihki' in Japanese) is a valuable tool for skinning, trimming and\/or portioning protein items (fillet of salmon or turkey breast). Depending on the length, professionals use it as a utility blade or use it during service on the line. For home cooks, a slicer is a great blade for those special times of the year where you want to get even slices without striations on your turkey breasts and other roasts.\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: Sujihiki \u003cbr\u003eSize: 240mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 389mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 231mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 245mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 38.6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 2.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 144mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 178g\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39530108321886,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-GA240","price":620.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/files\/20241101-152110.jpg?v=1730489274"},{"product_id":"aaa-080w1t-05-ia270","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Yanagiba 270mm Ho Wood Handle (Saya)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\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: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 270mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 414mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 260mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 270mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 32mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 166g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39530108452958,"sku":"AAA-080W1T-05-IA270","price":355.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211021_104558.jpg?v=1634832772"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-fb210","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm Ebony 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\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;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA kiritsuke-gyuto is a chef's knife with a slanted tip from a traditional single-sided blade called a kiritsuke. It is essentially a chef's knife with a twist. It serves the same function as an all-purpose knife, and although some swear that the accentuated tip makes it easier to execute fine cuts, we find that the k-tip mostly offers aesthetic power boost (rough guess 50%).\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: Kiritsuke Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 300mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 360mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 214mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 49mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 2.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 145mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 214g\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Blonde","offer_id":39538561155166,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-FB210","price":625.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Marbled","offer_id":39538561187934,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-FB211","price":625.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211020_140748.jpg?v=1634831656"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-bb165","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Utility 165mm Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA petty (utility) knife probably gets used most often after your all-purpose knives. It can be used to cut small fruits, vegetables, and even some smaller cuts of meats (and many many more things, like cutting through plastic wrapping from a grocery trip!) If you have one, for a quick meal for two, you may just get it done without a chef's knife.\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\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: Utility \u003cbr\u003eSize: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 295mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 150mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 162mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 42mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.2mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 130mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 125g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39541395816542,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-05-BB165","price":470.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/image_c3dee85e-7503-48b7-908a-c9c3eb28c859.jpg?v=1635695458"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1t-05-na180","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Deba 180mm Ho Wood Handle (Saya)","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\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;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. We recommend a deba for any cook looking to get better at filleting fish and sharpening a single bevel knife in Japanese fashion.\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: Deba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 180mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 335mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 185mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 200mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 52.2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 4.9mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 135mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 259g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed \u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenji Togashi\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39555162013790,"sku":"AAA-130W1T-05-NA180","price":410.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211112_143515.jpg?v=1636746471"},{"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":"bca-w1su-06-fa210","title":"Takada no Hamono White #1 Suiboku Gyuto 210mm 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\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.\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: Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 357mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 198mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 213mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 46mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.8mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 138mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 144g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Mitsuaki Takada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39555162079326,"sku":"BCA-W1SU-06-FA210","price":535.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211112_142652.jpg?v=1636746174"},{"product_id":"bca-w1su-06-fa270","title":"Takada no Hamono White #1 Suiboku Gyuto 270mm 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. \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\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.\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: Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 270mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Rosewood \u0026amp; Pakka Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 426mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 258mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 275mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 54mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 3.1mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 150mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 212g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Mitsuaki Takada\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39555162112094,"sku":"BCA-W1SU-06-FA270","price":760.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211112_142845.jpg?v=1636746143"},{"product_id":"aaa-130w1td-05-na180","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Tachi Deba 180mm Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape\/ Saya)","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\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;\"\u003eTogashi’s smith and sharpener are the duo of Kenji and Kenya, whose selective process of finding suppliers is a testament to their pride and skill. Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Deba is a traditional Japanese fish filleting\/butchery knife that is single-sided\/bevelled. Despite its Santoku-like profile, it does not perform well on dense produce; however, it excels in deboning various fish, thanks to its weight and bevel shape. The technique of using a deba is quite different from using a flexible filleting knife (Western style fish deboning), but in practiced hands, both styles can yield very good results. 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Kenji Togashi-san is one of the few remaining smiths in Sakai who can forge\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHonyaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblades, a technique referring to differentially tempering blades. This process of creating a hardness gradient in the same steel is notorious for being difficult to master for its metallurgically high stress-inducing quenching process. Togashi-san’s White #1 steel has a reputation for being able to take a super high grit edge very quickly, ideal for people who enjoy testing the boundaries of sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Togashi line combines aesthetics, fit and finish, a durable edge and ease of sharpening into one beautiful knife. Togashi knives feel lighter and more nimble in the hand compared to our Manzo-sharpened knives and unlike most Sakai-forged knives, feature a finish direction parallel to the edge of the blade. Manzo’s blades, for instance, show a finish in the diagonal direction. This additional detail,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“Tachi,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehelps in hiding scratches created from day-to-day habits like a user’s natural tendency to wipe the blade parallel to the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining its durable edge and solid price point for a premium White #1 steel, this exquisite line is ideal for cooks at home or in the kitchen looking for a blade capable of handling a high workload. Seasoned sharpeners will delight in its ability to take a super high grit edge very quickly, allowing for quick and efficient replenishing of the edge between uses. Its balance in the hand along with its well-rounded functionality makes owning the Togashi blade a delight like no other.\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;\"\u003eA Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese fish slicing blade that is single-sided (bevelled), often simply referred to as a “sushi knife.” These slicers may not be as versatile as its double-sided cousin, Sujihiki, but when it comes to pure slicing tasks of boneless protein (and not just fish), a well-sharpened Yanagiba is unmatched in performance. It is a great addition for any cooks working with sashimi and other delicate, raw seafoods.\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: Yanagiba \u003cbr\u003eSize: 240mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ho Wood \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Length: 380mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEdge Length: 232mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 247mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height: 34mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickness: 3.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Length: 133mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 143g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand Orientation: Right-Handed\u003cbr\u003eCome with Saya\u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39564021891166,"sku":"AAA-080W1T-05-IA240","price":315.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211209_150027.jpg?v=1639082620"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-05-ga270","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Sujihiki 270mm Ebony 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 style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA slicer ('Sujiihki' in Japanese) is a valuable tool for skinning, trimming and\/or portioning protein items (fillet of salmon or turkey breast). Depending on the length, professionals use it as a utility blade or use it during service on the line. 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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\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. Most cooks have multiple chef's knives and it is not hard to justify getting one more when it has so much utility.\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: Gyuto \u003cbr\u003eSize: 210mm \u003cbr\u003eSteel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Stainless Clad \u003cbr\u003eHandle: Ebony \u0026amp; Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal \u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 354mm \u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 196mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle to Tip Length: 212mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 48mm \u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.1mm \u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 140mm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 184g \u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous \u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Kenya Togashi\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","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39566285865054,"sku":"AAA-125W1KS-04-FA210","price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/4111\/products\/20211201_120929.jpg?v=1656954512"},{"product_id":"aaa-125w1ks-04-fa240","title":"Hitohira Togashi White #1 Stainless Clad Kasumi Gyuto 240mm Ebony 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 style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/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\u003cp\u003eA chef's knife ('Gyuto' in Japanese) is the most versatile blade that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. Their shape and often generous edge length mean that whether it's cutting small tomatoes or portioning a large roast, you can do it with one blade. 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