Hatsukokoro Aokitae Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 190mm Black ChacateThe Hatsukokoro Aokitae Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 190mm is a forged Japanese kitchen knife featuring a Blue 2 (Aogami #2) carbon steel core clad in soft iron. Produced in the Tosa region of Hyogo, this double bevel blade carries a traditional Kurouchi finish and measures 189mm in edge length with a heel height of 51mm. The construction utilises a Sanmai structure, pairing the hard core with a softer outer layer to manage the blade's geometry and weight.

6mm at the heel and tapering to 0

delivering traditional single bevel performance for dedicated vegetable work

SG2 powdered steel achieves a hardness between 62 and 64 HRC

The nakiri profile measures 180mm in length with a relatively flat edge that facilitates straight

- Various colors are available to prevent cross contamination

however the Glass Stone has a merely 5mm of abrasive (the rest is the GLASS)

The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilized birch burl

offering exceptional edge sharpness and retention while requiring care as a carbon core despite the stainless cladding

Yoshida Klin is famous for its heavy emphasize of yellow and green on floral themes

best fit for first-timers and students seeking an entry-level workhorse

while the specific left-hand orientation accommodates users requiring this directional configuration

The etched damascus finish requires specific maintenance consideration as textured surfaces can retain residues more readily than polished steels