Hatsukokoro Aosagi Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm Black ChacateThe Hatsukokoro Aosagi Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm with Black Chacate handle is a Sakai made Japanese vegetable knife best fit for professional chefs, enthusiasts, and students seeking a budget friendly carbon steel workhorse. This double bevel nakiri features a flat edge profile designed for straight push cuts through vegetables, ensuring full board contact to prevent food from remaining connected after chopping. The blade measures 165mm in length

The 240mm gyuto profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing

Produced in Aomori by eighth-generation mastersmith Go Yoshizawa

this gyuto suits general-purpose kitchen use where extended sharpness is prioritised over ease of maintenance

measuring 2

1% molybdenum

Made in Japan

Blade Length: 80mm

Hardness: HRC 61-63

The octagonal ebony handle tapers subtly for grip comfort and complements the blade's artistic aesthetic

The handle is made of Ho Wood

the Atoma diamond plate is arguably the best diamond plate offerings with a reasonable budget

at 10mm thick