Yoshihiro Hongasumi Blue Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife

Forged from High Carbon Blue Steel #2 with a hardness rating of HRC 63-64, this Hongasumi Kiritsuke features a traditional single-edged grind, offering superior edge retention and the capability to achieve a finer edge compared to the Kasumi Kiritsuke made from White Steel #2. This knife is perfect for intermediate-level chefs and comes ready to use straight out of the box, complete with a magnolia wood sheath, knife oil, and rust eraser. Each knife is 100% handcrafted in Japan, ensuring a level of quality that is not found in mass-produced alternatives.

Our handmade Yoshihiro Hongasumi knives are meticulously crafted by our master artisans to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and performance. The Blue Steel #2 core, hardened to a Rockwell scale of 63 to 64, is forged with iron to create stunning mist patterns. The forging and polishing processes are executed with the utmost attention to detail, resulting in a knife that is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally superior.

The Yoshihiro Hongasumi knives are complemented by a traditional handcrafted Rosewood handle featuring an Ebony bolster, and each knife is housed in a protective wooden sheath called a Saya, enhancing its elegance and safeguarding it when not in use. The Kiritsuke knife serves as a traditional Japanese all-purpose chef's knife that resembles a sword. Its length allows for precise cuts of sushi and sashimi similar to a Yanagi, while the wider blade provides the versatility to handle various culinary tasks. The sword tip balances the weight of the knife, enabling intricate and precise knife work for exquisite service. With a handcrafted knife like this, even the simplest tasks are transformed into an elevated experience of beauty and functionality.