{"title":"Moritaka Knives","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"moritaka-collection\" id=\"MoritakaCollection\"\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eMoritaka Hamono: 700 Years of Forging Excellence\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"summary-box\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; background: #f9f9f9; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eIn one minute:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moritaka knives deliver centuries of hand-forged heritage, Aogami Super steel hardened to 65 HRC, and a unique stainless steel tang that prevents internal handle rot. Trusted by pros and exclusively available from Tokushu Knife.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoritaka Hamono\u003c\/strong\u003e is Tokushu Knife’s very first partner and one of our most cherished. Forging blades in \u003cem\u003eKumamoto, Kyūshū\u003c\/em\u003e since \u003cstrong\u003e1293 AD\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Moritaka family is now in its \u003cstrong\u003e27th generation\u003c\/strong\u003e—the only kitchen-knife blacksmiths in their region using these specific Kamakura-period techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"expert-take\" style=\"background-color: #f4f7f6; padding: 15px; border-left: 4px solid #2c3e50; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eThe Tokushu Expert Take: The Stainless Tang Advantage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe #1 reason we recommend Moritaka to professionals is their unique construction. While the blade is high-performance \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aogami-super-steel-japanese-knives\"\u003eAogami Super carbon steel\u003c\/a\u003e, Moritaka welds a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tang\u003c\/strong\u003e to every blade. This prevents the moisture-related \"handle rot\" common in other carbon steel knives, making a Moritaka a true lifetime tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eMoritaka Knives at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super (Blue Super), forged in-house, tempered to ≈ 65 HRC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-iron san-mai with a protective, rustic \u003cem\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/em\u003e finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel weld for maximum handle longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-Treat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert water-quench that keeps the steel tough, not brittle, despite high hardness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy We Reach for Moritaka Daily\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #eeeeee; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTrait\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWhat It Means in Your Kitchen\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e65 HRC AS Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIncredible edge retention and \"bite\"—it stays sharper, longer than almost anything else.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin-Ground Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEffortless food release and precision cutting on vegetables and proteins.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e700-Year Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA direct connection to Japanese history; forged by the same family for 27 generations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhich Moritaka Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a versatile daily driver, the \u003cstrong\u003eMoritaka AS 210mm Gyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e is our staff favorite. For those doing heavy vegetable prep, the \u003cstrong\u003eSantoku\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eNakiri\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the perfect flat profile. If you are a professional needing more reach, the \u003cstrong\u003e240mm Gyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the structural integrity and weight needed for long shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo Moritaka knives rust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe core steel and cladding are carbon steel, which will develop a patina and can rust if left wet. However, the internal tang is stainless steel, protecting the handle from moisture damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Aogami Super?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAogami Super is the highest grade of \"Blue\" carbon steel. It contains high levels of Tungsten and Vanadium for elite wear resistance. You can learn more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aogami-super-steel-japanese-knives\"\u003eAogami Super Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 2rem; font-size: 0.9rem; color: #555;\"\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong\u003eAnthony Maciejewski\u003c\/strong\u003e, Tokushu Knife founder. Updated \u003ctime datetime=\"2026-03-11\"\u003eMarch 11, 2026\u003c\/time\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n      {\n        \"@type\": \"Question\",\n        \"name\": \"Why are Moritaka knives special?\",\n        \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n          \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n          \"text\": \"Moritaka Hamono has been forging knives since 1293. They are unique for using high-performance Aogami Super steel at 65 HRC and welding a stainless steel tang to their blades to prevent internal handle rust.\"\n        }\n      },\n      {\n        \"@type\": \"Question\",\n        \"name\": \"How hard are Moritaka knives?\",\n        \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n          \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n          \"text\": \"Moritaka knives are heat-treated to approximately 65 HRC (Rockwell Scale), providing some of the best edge retention available in the world of Japanese cutlery.\"\n        }\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n  \u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"moritaka-hamono-gyuto-aogami-super-210mm","title":"Moritaka Knives Aogami Super Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the long-standing forging tradition of Moritaka Hamono with the Moritaka Aogami Super Kurouchi 210mm Gyuto. Handcrafted in Yatsushiro, Japan by a maker with more than 700 years of history, this Japanese chef knife combines a rustic kurouchi finish, Aogami Super carbon steel, and a comfortable octagonal walnut wa handle. The result is a sharp, responsive, and highly capable gyuto for daily prep, professional kitchen work, and serious home cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm gyuto is one of the most practical sizes for European kitchens, offering enough blade length for slicing meat, chopping vegetables, mincing herbs, and preparing everyday meals without feeling oversized. The Aogami Super core is known for excellent edge retention and crisp sharpening feedback, while the soft iron cladding gives the knife its traditional forged character. This is a carbon steel knife, so it should be hand washed, dried immediately, and stored dry after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this Moritaka 210mm gyuto suitable for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The 210mm blade length is versatile, manageable, and easy to use in most home kitchens. It is especially well suited for cooks who want a sharper, more precise alternative to a standard Western chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is Aogami Super steel good for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super, also called Blue Super steel, is valued for its sharp edge, strong edge retention, and excellent sharpening response. It is a great choice for cooks who want a high-performance carbon steel Japanese knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I care for a carbon steel Japanese knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash by hand only, dry immediately after use, and avoid leaving the blade wet or dirty on the counter. The soft iron cladding and carbon steel edge can develop a natural patina over time. For longer storage, apply a light coat of tsubaki oil to help protect the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith: \u003c\/strong\u003eMoritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yatsushiro, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-Forged Warikomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super \/ Blue Super Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even \/ Ambidextrous, see choil photo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal Walnut Wa Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Pakka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 212mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 352mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 oz \/ approximately 142g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that because Moritaka knives are handmade, individual dimensions, weight, finish, and handle fit may vary slightly from knife to knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moritaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49248478658817,"sku":"KG-210","price":259.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/MoritakaGyuto2.jpg?v=1781200880"},{"product_id":"moritaka-hamono-aogami-super-kurouchi-240mm-gyuto","title":"Moritaka Knives Aogami Super Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMoritaka Aogami Super Kurouchi Gyuto 240mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-forged by Moritaka Hamono in Yatsushiro, Japan, this 240mm gyuto combines a high-performance Aogami Super carbon-steel core with soft-iron cladding, a traditional kurouchi finish, and Moritaka’s stainless-steel tang construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer gyuto profile is well suited to slicing proteins, processing larger vegetables, chopping herbs, and high-volume prep. Aogami Super is valued for excellent edge retention, a crisp cutting feel, and responsive sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a reactive carbon-steel knife. Hand wash it, dry it immediately, and do not leave it wet or in contact with acidic food. A natural patina will develop with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional professional sharpening is available through our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sharpening-accessories\"\u003eMalta workshop services\u003c\/a\u003e. To help preserve the edge, use a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moritaka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yatsushiro, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto \/ Japanese chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super \/ Blue Super carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 242mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade height at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 167g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 65 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMeasurements and finish may vary slightly because each knife is forged and finished by hand.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moritaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49248496156929,"sku":"KG-240","price":269.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/Moritaka240mmGyuto.jpg?v=1781202148"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/collections\/moritaka-hamono.webp?v=1781198233","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.eu\/collections\/moritaka-knives.oembed","provider":"Tokushu Knife Malta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}