| Brand / Blacksmith: | Hatsukokoro |
| Series: | Shirasagi |
| Knife type: | Deba Kiritsuke 180 |
| Blade Length / Total length (mm): | 188/357 |
| Grind: | Single Bevel |
| Finish: | Kurouchi |
| Steel type: | Aogami - 2 (Blue-2) |
| Forging method: | San Mai |
| HRC hardness: | 62 |
| Handle type / Material / Ferrule: | Octagonal / Wenge / Horn |
| Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): | 7,8/0,7 |
| Blade height at heel (mm): | 55 |
| Weight (gr): | 362 |
| Notes: | Notes: |
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Out of stockHatsu - Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Shirasagi line is made of Aogami-2 Carbon steel (Blue-2) and features a "blacksmith's Kurouchi finish. Has a Wa Wenge handle and these series are designed for hard professional work. This is a special Deba knife designed for filleting medium to big fish. Its special profile features a K-Tip, making the professional work much easier to execute. Has a Wa Wenge handle and a traditional kurouchi finish. Its a heavy thick knife destined for professional heavy duty work for professionals or experienced home users. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
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Founded more than 100 years ago in 1919 by Tokie Hokiyama in Tosa – Shikoku Island – Hokiyama cutlery stands on a triangle of values: Tradition, Innovation and practicality. They preserve the original clad forging method cultivated over 800 years of Tosa cutlery history with craftsman spirit and ambitions of making further innovations for the future. While making traditional knives, they keep on searching up-to-date technologies, materials and manufacturing process, and always trying to develop more refined products aiming at further evolution. The Sakon Shiraume series is made of AUS-8 stainless steel and cladded with SUS-405 stainless steel, fitted with a beautiful Wenge traditional Wa handle. The Ko- Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip.
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Hatsu - Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Shirasagi line is made of Shirogami - 2 Carbon steel (White-2) and features a satin finish. Has a Wa Wenge handle and these series are designed for hard heavy duty professional work. The Honesuki is a rather small knife specifically created for filleting chicken and poultry. It’s the Japanese equivalent to the boning knife with a flatter and higher profile. This design makes it easy to chop through the joints of the chicken (rabbits etc) when you ‘re filleting them. The tip of the knife is usually thin, so it can glide easily through flesh. The heel of the blade is used for hard bits, and the tip is used for articulate slicing. The 150mm is the most common size. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro Series: Shirasagi Knife type: Honesuki 150 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 141/281 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Polished Steel type: Shirogami - 2 (White-2) Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 4,3/0,4 Blade height at heel (mm): 43,5 Weight (gr): 155 Notes: -
With a history of over 150 years, Masamoto is one of the best known and preferred brands of traditional Japanese knives in Japan and the most praised and selling among Japanese sushi chefs around the world. The KK series are made with White-2 (Shirogami-2) carbon steel with an impeccable craftsmanship and Kasumi finish. Featuring the traditional Magnolia, D-shaped handle of Masamoto. The Yanagiba (meaning willow leaf blade) is the traditional Japanese Sashimi knife. Used mainly to cut thin slices of fish without damaging the cells of the delicate fish protein. It can also be used for meat. The 270mm size is the most common for medium to big pieces of fillets. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
Brand / Blacksmith: Masamoto Series: KK Knife type: Yanagiba 270 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 265/430 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Kasumi Steel type: Shirogami-2 (white-2) Forging method: Ni-Mai HRC hardness: 61 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: D-shaped / Magnolia / Buffalo Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 4 Blade height at heel (mm): 38 Weight (gr): 189 Notes: -
Founded more than 100 years ago in 1919 by Tokie Hokiyama in Tosa – Shikoku Island – Hokiyama cutlery stands on a triangle of values: Tradition, Innovation and practicality. They preserve the original clad forging method cultivated over 800 years of Tosa cutlery history with craftsman spirit and ambitions of making further innovations for the future. While making traditional knives, they keep on searching up-to-date technologies, materials and manufacturing process, and always trying to develop more refined products aiming at further evolution. The Sakon Ginga series is made of Silver-3 (Gingami) stainless steel and cladded with SUS-405 stainless steel, fitted with a Magnolia traditional Wa handle. The Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small and medium size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip. The 165mm size is to be used for filleting medium to larger fish and is the most common size of all.
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Out of stockHatsu - Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. The Shirasagi line is made of Aogami-2 Carbon steel (Blue-2) and features a "blacksmith's Kurouchi finish. Has a Wa Wenge handle and these series are designed for hard professional work. This is a special Deba knife designed for filleting medium fish. Its special profile features a K-Tip, making the professional work much easier to execute. Has a Wa Wenge handle and a traditional kurouchi finish. Its a heavy thick knife destined for professional heavy duty work for professionals or experienced home users. The 165mm size is the most common one. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
Brand / Blacksmith: Hatsukokoro Series: Shirasagi Knife type: Deba Kiritsuke 165 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 173/322 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Kurouchi Steel type: Aogami - 2 (Blue-2) Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 7,3/0,7 Blade height at heel (mm): 50,5 Weight (gr): 333 Notes: -
Founded more than 100 years ago in 1919 by Tokie Hokiyama in Tosa – Shikoku Island – Hokiyama cutlery stands on a triangle of values: Tradition, Innovation and practicality. They preserve the original clad forging method cultivated over 800 years of Tosa cutlery history with craftsman spirit and ambitions of making further innovations for the future. While making traditional knives, they keep on searching up-to-date technologies, materials and manufacturing process, and always trying to develop more refined products aiming at further evolution. The Sakon Ginga series is made of Silver-3 (Gingami) stainless steel and cladded with SUS-405 stainless steel, fitted with a Magnolia traditional Wa handle. The Yanagiba (meaning willow leaf blade) is the traditional Japanese Sashimi knife. Used mainly to cut thin slices of fish without damaging the cells of the delicate fish protein. It can also be used for meat. The 300mm size is one of the most common for medium to big pieces of fillets.
Brand / Blacksmith: Hokiyama Series: Ginga Knife type: Yanagiba 270mm - Right Handed Blade Length / Total length (mm): 260 / 415 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Polished Steel type: Ginsan Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Oval / Magnolia / Wood Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 3,3 / 0,4 Blade height at heel (mm): 34 Weight (gr): 173 Notes: -
Hatsu - Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. This single bevel series, made by Tamura Tooru at Myojin Hamono for Hatsukokoro, is inspired by the Japanese White Egret flower (as its made from White-2 carbon steel). They feature a delicate Migaki (polished) / Satin finish and a beautiful Teak wood Wa octagonal handle. The Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small and medium size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip. The 165mm size is ideal to be used for filleting medium to large size fish. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
Brand / Blacksmith: Hatsukokoro Series: Shirasagi Knife type: Deba Blade Length / Total length (mm): 167 / 315 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Polished Steel type: White 2 Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 6,7 Blade height at heel (mm): 52 Weight (gr): 278 Notes: -
One of the top manufacturers in the city of Sakai, known as the “city of knives” that used to be known as the “Venice of the East”. The 600 year continuous tradition, cultivated the Sakai Takayuki brand, making it one of the most famous today in Japan. In 1982 these knives earned the rare distinction to be designated as Traditional Arts and Crafts. The Kasumi range is made of White Steel 3, so is a carbon steel knife and requires proper maintenance. Classic Japanese Magnolia handle, is an great tool for filleting medium size fishes for the ones that need a Deba at a value for money level. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
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Out of stockHatsu - Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths. This single bevel series, made by Tamura Tooru at Myojin Hamono for Hatsukokoro, is inspired by the Japanese White Egret flower (as its made from White-2 carbon steel). They feature a delicate Migaki (polished) / Satin finish and a beautiful Wenge Wa octagonal handle. The Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small and medium size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip. The 150mm size is ideal to be used for filleting medium size fish. Important Note: This is a Carbon Steel knife and not a stainless one. Requires attention and care in its maintenance like quick washing and drying after use, storing in low humidity area and application of mineral oil if not used for some time. Over time it will form a patina that will protect it from rust. In case rust appears, use baking soda on wet blade, leave it for 10 mins and rub carefully with your finger or a soft sponge. In case rust is not removed, contact us for further instructions.
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One of the top manufacturers in the city of Sakai, known as the “city of knives” that used to be known as the “Venice of the East”. The 600 year continuous tradition, cultivated the Sakai Takayuki brand, making it one of the most famous today in Japan. In 1982 these knives earned the rare distinction to be designated as Traditional Arts and Crafts. A traditional Deba forged with AUS-8 stainless steel that can be considered as an easy to maintain filleting tool. Its size is ideal for medium fish. Features a traditional oval magnolia handle. The Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small and medium size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip. The 165mm size is ideal to be used for filleting medium but also larger fish.
Brand / Blacksmith: Sakai Takayuki Series: Inox (Wa handle) Knife type: Deba 165 Blade Length / Total length mm: 167 / 312 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Polished Steel type: AUS-8 (Stainless) Forging method: Monosteel HRC hardness: 60 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Round / Magnolia / Plastic Spine Thickness at heel / tip mm: 7 Blade height at heel mm: 53 Weight gr: 279 Notes: -
Founded more than 100 years ago in 1919 by Tokie Hokiyama in Tosa – Shikoku Island – Hokiyama cutlery stands on a triangle of values: Tradition, Innovation and practicality. They preserve the original clad forging method cultivated over 800 years of Tosa cutlery history with craftsman spirit and ambitions of making further innovations for the future. While making traditional knives, they keep on searching up-to-date technologies, materials and manufacturing process, and always trying to develop more refined products aiming at further evolution. The Sakon Ginga series is made of Silver-3 (Gingami) stainless steel and cladded with SUS-405 stainless steel, fitted with a Magnolia traditional Wa handle. The Deba is a single bevel knife traditionally designed for filleting small and medium size fishes. Nowadays, it is used by many to break down and filleting small poultry too. Its heavy, sturdy structure allows it to easily cut small bones of fish and poultry but is not recommended on larger bones as it may chip. The 150mm size is to be used for filleting medium to larger fish.
Brand / Blacksmith: Hokiyama Series: Ginga Knife type: Deba 150 - Right handed Blade Length / Total length (mm): 150 / 280 Grind: Single Bevel Finish: Polished Steel type: Ginsan Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Oval / Magnolia / Wood Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 6,5 / 0,8 Blade height at heel (mm): 47 Weight (gr): 209 Notes:
