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YOSHIKANE HAMONO Shirogami No.2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm Keyaki Half-Round Handle
About engraving
If you wish to have your name engraved, we cannot accept requests for specific dates and times.
We will engrave the text as you enter it.
If you would like to translate in Japanese, please add an order note at the cart page.
Please read about engraving at the bottom of the page.
Product Features
YOSHIKANE HAMONO, carrying on the Sanjo blacksmithing tradition
YOSHIKANE HAMONO is a cutlery maker founded in 1919 (Taisho 8) by its first-generation founder Kinkichi Yoshida in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture.
Today, the fourth-generation Kazuomi Yamamoto carries on the Sanjo blacksmithing techniques that have continued since ancient times, crafting each knife one by one while cherishing traditional methods.
Another distinctive feature is that everything from forging to edge-setting and finishing is carried out in-house.
Universal knife used in Japan since ancient times.
A long-standing Japanese knife also known as a vegetable knife. The blade is long and parallel to the board. Like the Santoku, the most common cutting action is to lift the knife up and down, but the blade is not rounded. It can be used as a main knife instead of the Santoku or chef's knife.
White #2 Steel with a Kurouchi Finish
The core is made from White #2 steel, known for its sharp cutting performance and ease of sharpening.
The black kurouchi surface is not colored or coated; it is the natural oxide layer formed during the forging and heat-treatment process.
This traditional finish offers the sharpness and ease of sharpening characteristic of carbon steel knives, along with a distinctive, traditional appearance.
Four Key Features
In-House Production
To create a single knife, it must go through many manual processes. At Yoshikane Hamono, we consistently carry out all processes in-house, from forging to shaping, heat treatment, finishing, engraving, and packaging, while adhering to the traditional methods of Sanjo blacksmithing. This is why each knife has its own personality and becomes a tool that fits comfortably in the user's hand.
Blade Release Feel (Tip and Flat Shape)
The delicate blade tip tapers towards the point, providing the sharpness of a single bevel knife. The part called 'Hira' above the shinogi has a slight 'suki' (gap), and its exquisite curve creates a smooth cutting experience when slicing ingredients. Each knife undergoes careful distortion removal, ensuring the blade's core remains stable. Even though it is thin, it does not feel unstable, allowing for confident cutting. The unique 'release feel' of Yoshikane knives is born from this meticulous craftsmanship.
Keyaki Handle
Keyaki is a wood that has been close to the lives of Japanese people since ancient times. It is used in tools that endure strong forces, such as the bodies of taiko drums and wooden mortars for pounding rice. Its durability, resilience, and resistance to cracking make it an attractive material. Over time, it becomes familiar to the hand and deepens in color and luster. Its strength and beauty make it suitable for knife handles.
Half-Round Handle Shape
The handle adopts a half-round shape. The upper part that touches the palm is designed with corners for a firm grip, while the lower part that touches the fingers is rounded for a gentle fit. The feel of the hard wood, infused with the warmth of craftsmanship, reflects the dedication of Kaneko Sogyo.
Craftsman
YOSHIKANE HAMONO
Kazutomi Yamamoto of Yoshikane Hamono values traditional blacksmithing while also positively embracing new techniques. It is standard for Sanjo blacksmiths to carry out everything from forging to sharpening in-house. This is why the precision of the blade and the quality of the finish remain consistent. Yoshikane Hamono knives embody this "strength of consistent craftsmanship."
KANEKO SOUGYOU
KANEKO SOUGYOU, based in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, carefully rounds the corners after machining and polishes each piece by hand. "Since the blade has a sharp metallic impression, I want the handle, which directly touches the hand, to emphasize softness and comfort," they say. True to their words, the kindness conveyed upon touch carries a delicate sensibility.
Spec
Details
Specification
- Size
- Total Length 310mm ／ Blade length 165mm
- Weight
- 162g
*The weight of knives can slightly vary. - Knife bevel
- Double bevel
- Dominant hand
- Ambidextrous
- Manufacturing process
- Forged
- Blade structure
- Three-layer (San-mai) construction
- Blacksmith
- YOSHIKANE HAMONO
- Sharpener
- YOSHIKANE HAMONO
- Materials
- Blade material=Carbon steel(Shirogami No.2), Handle material=Zelkova wood
Precaution
- Carbon is susceptible to water and rusts very easily. Please wipe off any moisture with a cloth after each use during cooking.
- Please be sure to read the enclosed instruction manual before use.
Engraving
A nice touch just for you.
Kamasa Shoten will inscribe your knives with your name.
- Please see below for the naming style of these knives.
- Delivery date and time cannot be specified.
- We will ship 1 week to 10 days after the order date.
- We will inscribe the text and language as you enter it.
- For written English, we recommend capital letters at the beginning.
- Engraving on blade(A or C)
Japanese and katakana / Alphabetical (written) notationWithin 10 / 20 characters or less -
FAQ
Yes, but for online orders, we offer a free engraving service for knives only. Please select the desired engraving option, enter text and add the knife to cart. Engraving for products other than knives is only available at our physical store at Kappabashi, Tokyo.
Most of the chipping can be repaired by re-sharpening the blade. We offer a fee-based knife sharpening service. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask us using the inquiry form. Blades can chip by cutting hard ingredients such as bones, seeds or frozen food, dropping and mishandling, or stabbing into hard cutting boards.
All knives we handle can be repaired with the exception of knives that are severely damaged. Repairing chipping and removing rust will restore sharpness and allow you to use your knives for a longer period of time. We also offer a fee-based knife sharpening service.
Please note we may not be able to repair knives with unknown blade materials, such as knives purchased at other stores.
