{"product_id":"yoshimi-kato-sg2-v-tsuchime-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-ebony","title":"Yoshimi Kato SG2 V-Tsuchime Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm – Ebony Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yoshimi Kato SG2 V-Tsuchime Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm is a long, precise Japanese chef knife forged in Echizen, Fukui. It combines the reach and versatility of a 240mm gyuto with a flatter cutting profile and sharply defined K-tip, giving experienced cooks excellent control for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed tip work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core is SG2, also known as R2, a powdered stainless steel valued for its fine grain, strong edge retention, and practical corrosion resistance. Yoshimi Kato’s thin geometry allows the steel to move cleanly through food while retaining enough blade length for larger vegetables, boneless proteins, and efficient professional prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished V-tsuchime finish uses directional hammer marks to create a crisp, feathered pattern across the blade face. An octagonal ebony wa handle with a contrasting white accent ring completes the knife with a restrained, premium presentation and secure pinch-grip balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240mm K-tip gyuto profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides long cutting strokes, a flatter working edge, and a precise tip for detailed work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers excellent edge retention, fine sharpness, and straightforward daily maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin Echizen geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for clean, low-resistance cutting through vegetables and boneless proteins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV-tsuchime finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive directional hammer marks add visual depth and texture to the polished blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEbony wa handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense octagonal ebony with a white accent ring gives the knife a stable, ambidextrous grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is best suited to professional chefs and experienced home cooks who enjoy longer blades, push-cutting, and tip-led precision. It is a versatile primary knife for vegetables, herbs, fruit, fish, and boneless meat. The hard, thin edge is not intended for bones, frozen food, hard pits, twisting, or lateral pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Yoshimi Kato\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoshimi Kato works in Takefu Knife Village in Echizen and represents the third generation of the Kato family workshop. His knives are known for refined heat treatment, thin cutting geometry, expressive surface finishes, and careful fit and finish across both carbon and stainless steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke Gyuto \/ K-tip Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoshimi Kato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echizen, Fukui, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SG2 \/ R2 powdered stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San-mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished V-tsuchime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 380mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 213g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal ebony wa handle with white accent ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasurements are representative averages for this handmade 240mm configuration. Individual knives may vary slightly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash and dry immediately after use. Do not place the knife in a dishwasher. Use a wood, rubber, or quality synthetic cutting board and avoid bones, frozen foods, hard pits, twisting, or lateral pressure. Maintain the edge with a strop or fine whetstone and sharpen on quality water stones as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a traditional single-bevel kiritsuke?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a double-bevel K-tip gyuto. It combines the angled kiritsuke-style tip with the familiar sharpening and ambidextrous use of a gyuto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs SG2 stainless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The SG2 core and stainless cladding provide strong corrosion resistance, although prompt hand washing and drying are still recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 240mm kiritsuke gyuto best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer edge is useful for large produce, portioning boneless proteins, and extended slicing strokes. Its K-tip also excels at scoring, trimming, and other precise work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for left-handed cooks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The double-bevel edge and octagonal wa handle are suitable for both right- and left-handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshimi Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50188859900161,"sku":"YK-SG2-VTSU-KGY240-EB","price":429.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/7687\/5777\/files\/yoshimi-kato-sg2-v-tsuchime-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-04-reverse-side.jpg?v=1786701776","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.eu\/en-it\/products\/yoshimi-kato-sg2-v-tsuchime-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-ebony","provider":"Tokushu Knife Malta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}