{"title":"Kiritsuke Knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke (切付) is a striking hybrid blade that combines the slicing capabilities of a Yanagiba with the versatile utility of a Gyuto. Distinguished by its flat edge profile and dramatic angled reverse tanto point (K-tip), the Kiritsuke is traditionally considered a status symbol in Japanese kitchens, reserved for executive and master chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ccode\u003egyuto.com\u003c\/code\u003e, our collection features modern double-bevel Kiritsuke-Gyuto knives hand-forged from high-carbon and powder stainless steels. Offering exceptional precision for delicate push-cuts, straight slicing, and tip work, each blade pairs aggressive Japanese geometry with lightweight octagonal \u003ci\u003ewa\u003c\/i\u003e-handles for immaculate balance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tojiro-atelier-210mm-kiritsuke-vg10-damascus","title":"Tojiro Atelier 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto — VG10 Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-forged by Master Blacksmith Tomoo Matsumura at the Tojiro Atelier in Niigata, Japan, this 210mm Kiritsuke is a refined synthesis of traditional sword-making heritage and modern metallurgical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke is revered as a symbol of culinary mastery in professional Japanese kitchens. Featuring a distinct k-tip (kiritsuke-ba) profile, it offers exceptional versatility—delivering flat-edge push cuts, precise tip work, and clean slicing across protein and produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium VG10 stainless steel hardened to 60-61 HRC, providing high-performance edge retention with effortless maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCladding:\u003c\/b\u003e 66 layers of nickel damascus steel, meticulously forged to produce a unique, undulating ripple pattern on each individual blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Craftsman:\u003c\/b\u003e Entirely hand-hammered and hand-finished by Master Tomoo Matsumura, ensuring unique heirloom character and exceptional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 210mm (8.3 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e 67-layer Nickel Damascus (San Mai)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e VG10 Stainless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 60–61 HRC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tojiro Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48390396707046,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/tojiro_1.jpg?v=1789680356"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-tsuchime-kiritsuke-gyuto-210mm-ironwood","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm — Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, by the historic Nigara Hamono smithy—a foundry with over 350 years of sword-making heritage—this 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto is a striking statement of raw industrial beauty and cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a distinctive k-tip profile combined with a dark \u003ci\u003ekurouchi\u003c\/i\u003e (blacksmith) finish and precise hexagonal \u003ci\u003etsuchime\u003c\/i\u003e (hammered) facets, the blade channels light along its flanks while creating air pockets that drastically reduce food drag during push-cuts and precision slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Micro-carbide SG2 (R2) powdered high-speed stainless steel hardened to 62–63 HRC. 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