Yoshihiro Hongasumi Blue Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife

Yoshihiro Hongasumi Blue Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose Japanese Chef KnifeForged from High Carbon Blue Steel #2 with an impressive HRC 63 64 hardness, the Hongasumi Kiritsuke features a traditional single edge, ensuring exceptional edge retention and the ability to achieve a finer edge than a Kasumi Kiritsuke made from White Steel #2. Designed for intermediate level chefs, this knife is ready to use straight out of the box, complete with a magnolia wood sheath, knife oil, and rust eraser. Each piece is meticulously

Forged from High Carbon Blue Steel #2 with an impressive HRC 63-64 hardness, the Hongasumi Kiritsuke features a traditional single-edge, ensuring exceptional edge retention and the ability to achieve a finer edge than a Kasumi Kiritsuke made from White Steel #2. Designed for intermediate-level chefs, this knife is ready to use straight out of the box, complete with a magnolia wood sheath, knife oil, and rust eraser. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, offering a level of quality unmatched by mass-produced alternatives.

Our handmade Yoshihiro Hongasumi knives are skillfully forged by master artisans, combining expert craftsmanship with superior performance. The Blue Steel #2 core, hardened to HRC 63-64, is fused with iron to create a breathtaking mist-like Hongasumi pattern. Through precise forging and expert polishing, this knife achieves an exquisite balance of beauty and functionality.

Complementing the blade, the handcrafted Rosewood handle with an Ebony bolster enhances both aesthetics and grip, while the protective wooden Saya sheath safeguards the knife when not in use. As a traditional Japanese all-purpose chef's knife, the Kiritsuke embodies elegance and precision. Its elongated profile enables effortless slicing of sushi and sashimi, akin to a Yanagi, while the wider blade offers versatility for a variety of culinary tasks. The sword-like tip ensures balanced weight distribution, allowing for intricate knife work and refined presentation. A handcrafted knife like this transforms even the simplest cuts into an elevated experience of artistry and performance.