{"title":"Makoto Kurosaki","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMakoto Kurosaki is the older brother of Yu Kurosaki. They started their blacksmith careers together working under Kato-San and Makoto is still an apprentice with him. He also works from time to time with his brother who has moved to his own blacksmith shop and studio in Echizen. Excellent grinds are a feature of these knives.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"makoto-kurosaki-samidorizuki-sg-strix-gyuto-240mm","title":"Makoto Kurosaki Samidorizuki SG-STRIX Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Makoto Kurosaki Samidorizuki SG-STRIX Gyuto 240mm is a refined, high-performance chef knife made in Echizen, Japan. Its long, versatile profile gives you the reach for efficient vegetable prep and clean slicing through boneless proteins, while Makoto Kurosaki’s thin geometry keeps the knife precise and easy to guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core is SG-STRIX, an advanced powdered stainless steel chosen for its ability to take a keen edge, hold it through demanding prep, and resist corrosion in everyday use. Stainless cladding makes the blade relatively easy to maintain, while the crisp heat treatment rewards controlled cutting on a knife-friendly board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Samidorizuki finish is immediately recognizable: small, leaf-like hammer marks travel across the blade face, catching the light and adding subtle texture without overwhelming the clean profile. A dark octagonal wa handle, green ferrule, and light spacer complete the knife with a balanced, distinctive presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, versatile 240mm profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent reach for larger vegetables, proteins, and high-volume prep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSG-STRIX powdered stainless steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines strong edge retention, fine sharpness, and practical corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin, precise grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moves cleanly through food with minimal wedging while remaining easy to control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSamidorizuki hammered finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives every blade a distinctive texture and may help reduce broad food contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable wa handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The octagonal shape supports a secure pinch grip for right- or left-handed cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gyuto is an excellent fit for experienced home cooks and professional chefs who want more reach than a 210mm knife without moving to a heavy Western-style chef knife. It excels at vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless meat or fish. 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Because these knives are handmade, individual examples 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\u003eWhat is a 240mm gyuto best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 240mm gyuto is a general-purpose chef knife with extra reach. It is especially useful for larger vegetables, long slicing strokes, portioning boneless proteins, and cooks who prefer more cutting edge than a 210mm gyuto provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs SG-STRIX stainless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The SG-STRIX core and stainless cladding offer strong corrosion resistance, though the knife should still be hand washed and dried promptly to protect the finish and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife 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\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a beginner-friendly knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is easy to maintain for a high-performance Japanese knife, but the hard, thin edge requires good cutting technique. 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Its balanced santoku profile gives you enough blade height for comfortable chopping and knuckle clearance while remaining nimble for detailed prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core is SG-STRIX, an advanced powdered stainless steel capable of taking a very fine edge and holding it through demanding kitchen work. Despite its high hardness, SG-STRIX gives clear feedback during sharpening and forms a noticeable burr, making apex formation easier to judge than with many highly wear-resistant powdered steels. Stainless cladding keeps everyday maintenance straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMakoto Kurosaki’s Samidorizuki finish is the defining visual detail. Small, leaf-like hammer marks scatter across the blade face, reflecting light differently from every angle. The knife is completed with a dark octagonal wa handle, vivid green ferrule, and light spacer for a distinctive but balanced presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile 165mm santoku profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical size for vegetables, fruit, herbs, and boneless meat or fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSG-STRIX powdered stainless steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers excellent sharpness, strong edge retention, corrosion resistance, and unusually clear sharpening feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin, precise geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts cleanly with low resistance while remaining controlled and practical for everyday prep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSamidorizuki tsuchime finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives the blade a distinctive leaf-like texture and subtle visual depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbidextrous wa handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The octagonal handle supports a secure pinch grip for right- or left-handed cooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis santoku is ideal for experienced home cooks and professional chefs who want a compact primary knife with premium stainless performance. 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