{"title":"Yoshikane","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0\"\u003eFounded in 1919 in the historic metalworking hub of Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eYoshikane Hamono\u003c\/b\u003e is celebrated worldwide as one of Japan’s premier knife-making workshops. Now led by 4th-generation master blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane produces cutlery renowned for its benchmark-setting geometry, effortless cutting feel, and refined balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1\"\u003eEvery Yoshikane blade showcases the signature \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eSanjo-style convex grind\u003c\/b\u003e—featuring a thick spine at the heel that tapers dramatically to a whisper-thin tip and edge. This unique grind allows the knife to fall cleanly through dense root vegetables without wedging, while providing exceptional food release along the blade face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2\"\u003eWhether forged from elite \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003eSKD semi-stainless steel\u003c\/b\u003e for carbon-like performance with minimal maintenance, or pure \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003eShirogami (White #2) carbon steel\u003c\/b\u003e, Yoshikane knives represent the pinnacle of Japanese culinary performance for professional kitchens and discerning home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yoshikane-skd-nashiji-nakiri-165mm-olive-wood-handle","title":"Yoshikane Hamono SKD Nashiji Nakiri 165mm - Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAn iconic Sanjo vegetable knife engineered for effortless precision.\u003c\/b\u003e Forged by legendary blacksmith Yoshikane Hamono, this 165mm Nakiri features an SKD semi-stainless core, a subtle \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"182\"\u003eNashiji\u003c\/i\u003e (\"pear skin\") finish, stainless cladding, and a warm, octagonal olive wood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKD Semi-Stainless Core Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardened to 63-64 HRC, SKD tool steel offers incredible edge retention and cutting feel similar to high-carbon steel, combined with low-maintenance semi-stainless properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignature Sanjo Convex Grind:\u003c\/b\u003e Meticulously hand-ground thin behind the edge with a gentle distal taper, allowing the blade to glide through dense vegetables like butternut squash and carrots without wedging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRustic Nashiji Finish \u0026amp; Stainless Cladding:\u003c\/b\u003e The upper portion of the blade features a matte \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eNashiji\u003c\/i\u003e (pear-skin texture) finish, protected by fully stainless outer cladding for easy maintenance and food release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlat Nakiri Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed specifically for push-cutting, chopping, and slicing vegetable prep. The tall blade height provides ample knuckle clearance at the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eErgonomic Olive Wood Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Outfitted with an octagonal (Hakkaku) natural olive wood handle, featuring rich grain variations that provide a comfortable, secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\"\u003eYoshikane Hamono\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\"\u003eSanjo, Niigata Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,1,0\"\u003eNakiri (Vegetable Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,1,0\"\u003e165mm (6.5 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,5,1,0\"\u003eSKD (Semi-Stainless Steel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCladding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,6,1,0\"\u003eStainless Steel (San Mai)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,7,1,0\"\u003eNashiji (Pear Skin Texture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,8,1,0\"\u003e63 - 64 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,9,1,0\"\u003eNatural Olive Wood (Octagonal \/ Hakkaku)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBevel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,10,1,0\"\u003eDouble-beveled (50\/50 Ryoba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,11,1,0\"\u003e~53mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,12,1,0\"\u003e~3.5mm – 4.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eCare Instructions \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand Wash Only:\u003c\/b\u003e Never put this knife in a dishwasher. Wash by hand with warm water and mild soap, then dry thoroughly immediately after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSemi-Stainless Edge Care:\u003c\/b\u003e While the cladding is stainless, the exposed SKD core at the cutting edge is semi-stainless. It resists rust better than carbon steel but can stain if exposed to acids or moisture for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvoid Hard Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not cut bones, frozen foods, nuts, or seeds, as the thin edge geometry can chip. Use only on soft wooden or synthetic cutting boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/b\u003e Sharpen on Japanese water whetstones. Avoid pull-through sharpeners, ceramic rods, or electric grinding wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hatsukokoro\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Yoshikane Hamono\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Sanjo, Japan\u003cbr\u003eShape: Nakiri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai\u003cbr\u003eCore Steel: SKD12 Semi-Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003cbr\u003eCladding: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Nashiji (\"Pear Skin\")\u003cbr\u003eEngraving: Hand Engraved (\"Hatsukokoro\")\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Double-Bevel, Even (50\/50)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Shape: Octagonal\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length:  (165mm)\u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: (167mm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 53mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: (128mm)\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: (315mm)\u003cbr\u003eSpine Thickness: 3.5mm at Heel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67816424407270,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/080A0015.jpg?v=1792528866"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/collections\/080A0011.jpg?v=1792529548","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/collections\/yoshikane-hamono.oembed","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}