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Live product pages show the current maker information, blade specifications, steel, finish, handle, price, and availability for each knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Hatsukokoro knife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor versatile daily prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e consider a gyuto, santoku, or bunka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor vegetable work:\u003c\/strong\u003e consider a nakiri or flatter-profile bunka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor easier care:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose a stainless or stainless-clad model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor traditional edge feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e consider Blue or White carbon steel and follow the care instructions closely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the currently available knives below. 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It is small enough for quick prep but refined enough for cooks who want a real upgrade from a basic paring or utility knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a 130mm petty knife best used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 130mm petty is best for detail work: trimming shallots, slicing citrus, peeling apples, cutting herbs, removing silver skin, and preparing small ingredients. It can work on the cutting board or in hand, making it one of the most useful secondary knives in a Japanese knife roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I care for a Silver #3 Japanese knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver #3 is stainless, so it is easier to maintain than carbon steel, but it should still be washed by hand, dried immediately, and never placed in the dishwasher. Use a soft cutting board, avoid bones and frozen foods, and maintain the edge with proper sharpening or stropping. For long-term care, a light coat of Tsubaki oil can help protect the blade and handle materials during storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginrei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Petty \/ Utility Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginsan \/ Silver #3 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Clad San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashiji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 130-132mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 258-260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30.5-32mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Heel):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Mid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Tip):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.8mm near tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 74-80g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono Ebony Octagonal Wa Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel, suitable for right- or left-handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49248916177153,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/hatsukokoro-ginrei-silver-3-petty-130mm-mono-ebony-handle-06_c1ff0b9d-ddc7-4e03-ac92-173016df5d34.jpg?v=1781215011"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-kurouchi-honesuki-150mm-with-mono-ebony-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Kurouchi Honesuki 150mm with Mono Ebony Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Honesuki is a purpose-built Japanese poultry knife with the stiffness, pointed tip and controlled geometry needed to work cleanly around joints and bones. Its 150mm-class blade is compact enough for detailed butchery while remaining substantial through the heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the Tosa region of Japan for Hatsukokoro, the Kurogane combines an Aogami Blue #2 carbon-steel core with soft iron cladding and a traditional kurouchi finish. The mono ebony handle gives this deliberately rustic blade a dense, understated upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for poultry and precise butchery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA honesuki is not a flexible Western boning knife. Its stiff triangular blade gives direct feedback and control when following a chicken carcass, opening joints, removing meat from bone, trimming tendons and portioning smaller proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurogane has a sturdy spine with a modest distal taper and a slightly convex workhorse grind. It prioritises control, durability and reliable food release rather than the very thin geometry of a general-purpose slicing knife. The double-bevel edge makes this version suitable for both right- and left-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is intended to work \u003cem\u003earound\u003c\/em\u003e bone. It should not be used to chop through hard bones, frozen food or dense shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue #2 carbon steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Blue #2 is valued for taking a keen edge, holding it well and responding predictably on sharpening stones. Here it is hardened to approximately 61–63 HRC and supported by reactive soft iron cladding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the core and cladding can patina or rust if left wet. The kurouchi finish reduces the amount of exposed iron on the upper blade but does not make the knife stainless. Hand-wash, dry immediately and apply a light coat of food-safe knife oil before extended storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatsukokoro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurogane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKnife type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHonesuki \/ Japanese poultry boning knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlace of manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTosa, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCore steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAogami Blue #2 carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCladding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft iron, san-mai construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEdge length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 155mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 297mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlade height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 43mm at the heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSpine thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 3.4mm at heel; 2.8mm mid-blade; 1.5mm near tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 145g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 61–63 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrind\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble bevel, slightly convex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal mono ebony wa handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHand orientation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSteel care\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully reactive carbon-steel construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMeasurements can vary slightly because these knives are forged and finished by hand.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse for poultry, joint work, trimming meat, tendons and connective tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not chop through hard bone or use on frozen food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-wash only and dry immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpect a natural patina to develop on exposed carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOil lightly before long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a wooden or quality synthetic cutting board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this honesuki cut through bone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed to work around bone and through joints or cartilage, not to cleave through hard bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for left-handed cooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This Kurogane honesuki uses a double-bevel grind and is suitable for either hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the blade stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Blue #2 core and soft iron cladding are both reactive and require prompt cleaning and drying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49507786522881,"sku":"HAT-KRG-B2-HON150-EB","price":129.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-honesuki-150mm-ebony-handle-hero_9f306ad8-7a86-4b66-858e-9eacbf20a431.jpg?v=1784111134"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kurogane-blue-2-santoku-165mm-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm with Mono Ebony Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Santoku is a compact, fully reactive Japanese workhorse made for everyday vegetable, meat and fish preparation. Its broad blade, practical 170mm cutting edge and gently curved profile give it the versatility to slice, push-cut and perform controlled rocking cuts without requiring the length of a full-sized gyuto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged in the Tosa region of Japan for Hatsukokoro, the Kurogane combines an Aogami Blue #2 carbon-steel core with soft iron cladding and a traditional kurouchi finish. This version is fitted with a dense octagonal mono ebony handle that adds a restrained, premium counterpoint to the rustic blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA durable carbon-steel workhorse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurogane is deliberately more substantial than a laser. Its sturdy spine, modest distal taper and slightly convex grind provide reassuring feedback on the board and encourage ingredients to release from the blade face. It is particularly well suited to general prep, root vegetables and ingredients with firm skins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is important to understand: this is not intended to fall through tall, dense produce like an ultra-thin knife. It favours durability, food release and an approachable price over highly refined fit and finish. Small variations, hammer marks and minor irregularities are normal characteristics of this rustic Tosa-made series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue #2 carbon steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAogami Blue #2 is valued for its balance of edge retention, toughness and predictable sharpening. Hardened to approximately 62–63 HRC, it can take a keen working edge and hold it well through regular kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe core steel and soft iron cladding are both reactive. The dark kurouchi finish reduces the amount of exposed iron on the upper blade but does not make the knife stainless. A grey or blue patina is normal; orange rust should be removed promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatsukokoro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurogane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKnife type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSantoku \/ all-purpose kitchen knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlace of manufacture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTosa, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-forged san-mai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCore steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAogami Blue #2 carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCladding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurouchi with polished bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eListed blade length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCutting edge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 170mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOverall length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 315mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlade height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 49–50mm at the heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSpine thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2.9mm at heel; 1.8mm mid-blade; 1.5mm near tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 155g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 62–63 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrind\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble bevel, slightly convex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal mono ebony wa handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHand orientation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSteel care\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully reactive carbon-steel construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMeasurements can vary slightly because these knives are forged and finished by hand.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this knife suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHome cooks and professionals wanting a compact everyday carbon-steel knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCooks who value edge retention, easy sharpening and practical food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone comfortable maintaining reactive carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThose who appreciate rustic Japanese craftsmanship over cosmetic perfection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-wash only and dry immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not leave the knife wet or resting against acidic food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply food-safe knife oil before extended storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not cut bones, frozen food or hard shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid twisting or lateral pressure through the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a wooden or quality synthetic cutting board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this santoku stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Both the Blue #2 core and soft iron cladding are reactive and will develop a natural patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for left-handed users?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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Its Blue #2 carbon-steel core takes a keen edge and holds it well, while the soft-iron cladding and rustic kurouchi finish give every blade its own character. The long, versatile profile handles vegetables, proteins, herbs and everyday slicing with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we like it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurogane is a practical carbon-steel workhorse rather than an ultra-thin laser. Its substantial spine and confident grind provide reassuring feedback on the board and help food release from the blade face. 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