{"title":"Itsuo Doi Knives","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItsuo Doi has been creating knives for over 50 years. The renowned Japanese knifemaker is the son of the iconic, award-winning Japanese blacksmith Keijiro Doi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe uses the forging techniques learned from his father to work with high-carbon steels such as white and blue steel (Shirogami and Aogami). Doi knives are handcrafted for optimum functionality and high levels of artisanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Our Itsuo Doi Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Hasu-Seizo, our Itsuo Doi Knives range from petty knives to Gyuto and Nakiri knives. Considered some of the most durable knives, these Doi knives are great for chefs and cooks who appreciate highly functional, high-end kitchen knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown worldwide for their craftsmanship and durability, they are ideal for collectors and food lovers passionate about Japanese culinary culture. Our collection includes the Sakai Takayuki Kengata Petty Knife Homura Guren Aoniko, Sakai Takayuki Outdoor Knife Aoniko Blue Steel, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Hasu-Seizo?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you choose Hasu-Seizo, you get stunning knives with exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted in Japan, our superior quality knives are not just functional; they are a work of art. We are a trusted source for authentic Made-in-Japan products. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer an extensive selection, detailed product information, and excellent customer service. Our goal is to bring a taste of Japan to every high-end kitchen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you get a knife from our collection, you own a piece of Japanese culinary culture that will last decades. Respect and appreciation of Japanese knife-making techniques and culture are at the core of our business. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any inquiries about our Itsuo Doi knives, feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-outdoor-knife-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-saya-homura","title":"Sakai Takayuki Outdoor Knife Aoniko Blue Steel #2 with Saya - Homura","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are made out of aogami #2 also known as blue steel #2 and comes with a leather Sheath (Saya). The blacksmith Itsuo Doi crafted and forged with blue steel #2 in Sakai Osaka. This item is extremely limited.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis comes in both a red and a camo version of these unique custom blades.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are great for the outdoors for such things as for camping, hunting and fishing. Please do not cut bone or frozen food. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOutdoor Knife  \n\u003cdiv\u003eHomura Aoniko (BLUE STEEL #2)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade \u003c\/span\u003eLength: \u003cspan\u003e120 mm (4.7\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight: 221 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 35 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 100 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":14365982720066,"sku":"AH-02253-01","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Camo","offer_id":14366004871234,"sku":"AH-02253-02","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/products\/knife-sakai-takayuki-outdoor-knife-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-saya-homura-1_27c6ee6a-2a04-4fed-ab0d-b3e6f5b8b93d.jpg?v=1681374295"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-outdoor-knife-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-saya-leather-strap-kawasemi","title":"Sakai Takayuki Outdoor Knife 120 mm (4.7\") Aoniko Blue Steel #2 with Saya \u0026 Leather Strap - Kawasemi","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are made out of aogami #2 also known as blue steel #2. The blacksmith Itsuo Doi crafted and forged with blue steel #2 in Sakai Osaka. This item is extremely limited.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis comes with a braided leather strap.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are great for the outdoors for such things as for camping, hunting and fishing. Please do not cut bone or frozen food.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOutdoor Knife Homura Aoniko (BLUE STEEL #2)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 120 mm (4.7\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight: 221 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 35 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 5 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 100 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 5 mm\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"120 mm","offer_id":41285474386069,"sku":"AH-02250","price":379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/knife-sakai-takayuki-outdoor-knife-120-mm-4-7-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-saya-leather-strap-kawasemi-1.jpg?v=1698700260"},{"product_id":"outdoor-knife-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-saya","title":"Sakai Takayuki Outdoor 80mm Knife Aoniko Blue Steel #2 with Leather Saya - Kotengu","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are made out of aogami #2 also known as blue steel #2 and comes with a leather Sheath (Saya). The blacksmith Itsuo Doi crafted and forged with blue steel #2 in Sakai Osaka. This item has extremely limited availability.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese are great for the outdoors for such things as for camping, hunting and fishing. Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the blade to chip.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOutdoor Knife Aoniko (BLUE STEEL #2) - Kotengu\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 80 mm (3.1\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight: 73 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 25 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 68 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 3 mm\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"80 mm","offer_id":41285472485525,"sku":"AH-02248","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/knife-sakai-takayuki-outdoor-80mm-knife-aoniko-blue-steel-2-with-leather-saya-kotengu-1.jpg?v=1698701428"},{"product_id":"nakiri-knife-180-mm-homura-guren-blue-steel-2","title":"Sakai Takayuki Handmade Nakiri Knife Homura Guren Aoniko \/ Blue Steel #2 180mm (7.1\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a fully handmade Nakiri knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking Japanese Nakiri knife by Master Blacksmith Mr. Doi is a step above!  With a little more weight than many of our standard Nakiri, this handmade Nakiri knife will make short work of cabbage and daikon alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful on food types:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEdo gata Handmade Nakiri Knife \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlade Material: Kurouchi Aoni (Blue Steel #2) Carbon Steel clad in Iron\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBlade Length: 180 mm (7.1\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEdge Type: Double Bevel \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHandle: Japanese Style, Oak Lacquer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 240 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Width: 57 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness: 3 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 133 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Thickness: 24 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevate your cooking with this handmade Nakiri knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Homura Guren series is handcrafted by Master Blacksmith Mr. Doi. This handmade Nakiri knife is made of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\"\u003eAogami number 2 (blue steel #2)\u003c\/a\u003e with excellent sharpness and durability.  The black hammered finishing method does not scrape the entire surface of the blade that has been hardened by quenching, but leaves the black portion of the side other than the blade. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis handmade Nakiri knife needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a fascinating knife that can be used widely from home to professional.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"180 mm","offer_id":41282915500181,"sku":"AH-01186","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-handmade-nakiri-knife-homura-guren-aoniko-blue-steel-2-180mm-7-1-1_32ab8d4c-21c2-4ed0-a99b-a17970584081.jpg?v=1698702035"},{"product_id":"gyuto-homura-guren-aoniko-blue-steel-2-225mm-japanese-chef-knife","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kengata Gyuto Homura Guren Aoniko \/ Blue Steel #2 225mm  (8.9\") Japanese Chef Knife","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chopping, slicing, disjointing, dicing, and julienning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful on food types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large proteins, variety of vegetables including carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, and lettuce.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGyuto (Chef's Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material: Kurouchi Finish Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Carbon Steel clad in Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade \u003c\/span\u003eLength: 225mm (8.9\")* \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEdge Type: Double Bevel \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJapanese Style, Oak\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 218 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 54 mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 137 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 24 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Homura Guren series is handcrafted by Master Blacksmith Mr. Doi. This blade is made of Aogami number 2 (blue steel #2) with excellent sharpness and durability.  The black hammered finishing method does not scrape the entire surface of the blade that has been hardened by quenching, but leaves the black portion of the side other than the blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis blade needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a fascinating knife that can be used widely from home to professional.  Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/gyuto-chef-knives\" title=\"gyuto japanese chef knives\"\u003e Gyuto Japanese kitchen knives\u003c\/a\u003e are ideal professional long thin knives that slice, cut \u0026amp; chop easily through meat or vegetables to maintain the integrity of each component and freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e*Note that the measurement of 225 mm is from the \"Machi\", the actual blade length is closer to 8\" or 200 mm. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"225 mm","offer_id":41282752774293,"sku":"AH-01187","price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-kengata-gyuto-homura-guren-aoniko-blue-steel-2-225mm-8-9-japanese-chef-knife-1_e6180334-2c16-441d-85dc-69a57b054251.jpg?v=1698702071"},{"product_id":"petty-knife-150-mm-homura-guren-aoniko","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kengata Petty Knife Homura Guren Aoniko \/ Blue Steel #2 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlicing and dicing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful on food types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small proteins as well as small to medium fruits and vegetables including apples, oranges, carrots, broccoli, and garlic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKengata Petty Knife \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Material: Kurouchi Finish Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Carbon Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 150 mm  (5.9\") \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEdge Type: Double Bevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: Japanese Style, Oak\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlacksmith: Itsuo Doi\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 97 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 33 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 118 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 22 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Homura Guren series is handcrafted by Master Blacksmith Mr. Doi. This blade is made of Aogami number 2 (blue steel #2) with excellent sharpness and durability.  The black hammered finishing method does not scrape the entire surface of the blade that has been hardened by quenching, but leaves the black portion of the side other than the blade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis blade needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a fascinating knife that can be used widely from home to professional.  Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/petty-utility-knives\"\u003e Petty \u0026amp; Paring knives\u003c\/a\u003e are small utility kitchen knives perfect for small proteins, fruits and vegetables.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"150 mm","offer_id":41285102370965,"sku":"AH-01185","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-kengata-petty-knife-homura-guren-aoniko-blue-steel-2-150mm-5-9-1_67610cf8-494b-4d93-a542-fd926d6eea50.jpg?v=1698702117"},{"product_id":"kengata-gyuto-aoniko-homura-sp-with-saya-225mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kengata Gyuto Homura SP with Saya 225mm (8.8\") - Aoniko (Blue Steel #2)","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for: \u003c\/strong\u003eChopping, slicing, disjointing, dicing, and julienning. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUseful on food types: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to large proteins, variety of vegetables including carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, and lettuce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKengata Gyuto Homura SP with Saya\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade \u003c\/span\u003eMaterial: Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Carbon Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade \u003c\/span\u003eLength: 225 mm  (8.8\")\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEdge Type: Double Bevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: Ebony and Buffalo Horn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 252 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 54 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 137 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 27 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Homura SP series is handcrafted by Master Blacksmith Mr. Doi. This blade is made of Aogami number 2 (blue steel #2) with excellent sharpness and durability. This blade is double beveled with a Kengata tip.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis blade needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a fascinating knife that can be used widely from home to professional.  Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/gyuto-chef-knives\" title=\"gyuto japanese chef knives\"\u003e Gyuto Japanese kitchen knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare ideal professional long thin knives that slice, cut \u0026amp; chop easily through meat or vegetables to maintain the integrity of each component and freshness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe blades use a multitude of techniques generated over the 600 year history of knife making. The Homura SP blades each hand made and meticulous attention to detail is given to all aspects of the knife, from the blade to the saya. The forging method is very similar to the Japanese sword as the blade can carry a razor sharp edge and the master blacksmith and master sharpener utilize all of their expertise to create this exquisitely hand crafted knife. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"225 mm","offer_id":42536888107258,"sku":"AH-02252","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-kengata-gyuto-homura-sp-with-saya-225mm-8-8-aoniko-blue-steel-2-1_186c6bac-b268-4c33-97a2-18783a77292e.jpg?v=1698703453"},{"product_id":"homura-kogetsu-sujihiki-with-saya-240mm-9-4-aoniko","title":"Sakai Takayuki Homura Kogetsu Sujihiki with Saya 240mm (9.4\") - Aoniko\/ Blue Steel #2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Slicing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUseful on food types: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlicing fish fillets, sushi \u0026amp; sashimi, turkey, roast beef, squid, octopus, other seafood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHomura Kogetsu Sujihiki with Saya\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Material: Aoniko (Blue Steel #2)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Style: Double Bevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: Ichii (Japanese yew tree) and Buffalo Horn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 154 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 40 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 133 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 25 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Homura Kogetsu Sujihiki Knife with Saya is a timeless piece of culinary art crafted by master blacksmith Doi-san and worthy of the discerning aficionado. Handmade from Aoniko High Carbon Japanese steel, its distinctive curvature provides superior control, balance, and precision for a flawless slicing experience. An unmatched combination of grace and power, this exquisite tool is the perfect companion for a lifetime of gastronomic excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/sujihiki-slicer\"\u003eSujihiki blade\u003c\/a\u003e is characterized by its narrow width and short height. These dimensions allow for less surface area and less friction when slicing through meat. This is a perfect combination for slicing through delicate fish in a single clean stroke, in particular for sashimi. This knife is also useful for such things as large pieces of meat from poultry. This blade is also characterized by double beveled edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\"\u003eAoniko\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as Blue Steel #2, is a high carbon steel and requires more maintenance than their stainless steel counterparts. This is very hard steel material made of pure carbon steel with fine grained carbon with very few contaminates within the iron. It is used in the manufacture of the Homura knife by the traditional smith making process. There are only few knife craftsmen who can give the real value of this steel material even in Sakai, so the kitchen knife of Aoniko has become a very rare kitchen knife with value. These knives can be sharpened to a razor's edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe blades use a multitude of techniques generated over the 600 year history of knife making. The Homura blades each hand made and meticulous attention to detail is given to all aspects of the knife, from the blade to the saya. The forging method is very similar to the Japanese sword as the blade can carry a razor sharp edge and the master blacksmith and master sharpener utilize all of their expertise to create this exquisitely hand crafted knife.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged. No dishwasher please. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"240 mm","offer_id":42536899412218,"sku":"AH-02257","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-homura-kogetsu-sujihiki-with-saya-240mm-9-4-aoniko-1_fb3ff366-ee2f-442a-9228-be07dee74e81.jpg?v=1698703503"},{"product_id":"homura-kogetsu-gyuto-with-saya-210mm-8-3-aoniko","title":"Sakai Takayuki Homura Kogetsu Gyuto with Saya 210mm (8.3\") - Aoniko \/ Blue Steel #2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Chopping, slicing, disjointing, dicing, and julienning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUseful on food types: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to large proteins, variety of vegetables including carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, and lettuce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHomura Kogetsu Gyuto with Saya\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Material: Aoniko (Blue Steel #2)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 210mm (8.3\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Style: Double Bevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIchii (Japanese yew tree)\u003c\/span\u003e and Buffalo Horn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 154 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 40 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 133 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 25 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Gyuto Knife from master blacksmith Doi-san is a work of art, crafted from Aoniko High Carbon Japanese steel. An blade design offers superior balance and precision cuts, while its impressive edge retention and cladding ensures you will enjoy top-tier performance for a lifetime. An ideal tool for the skilled chef, this timeless piece is sure to become a centerpiece of your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/gyuto-chef-knives\" title=\"gyuto knives\"\u003eGyuto Japanese kitchen knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are ideal professional long thin knives that slice, cut \u0026amp; chop easily through meat or vegetables to maintain the integrity of each component and freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\"\u003eAoniko\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as Blue Steel #2, is a high carbon steel and requires more maintenance than their stainless steel counterparts. This is very hard steel material made of pure carbon steel with fine grained carbon with very few contaminates within the iron. It is used in the manufacture of the Homura knife by the traditional smith making process. There are only few knife craftsmen who can give the real value of this steel material even in Sakai, so the kitchen knife of Aoniko has become a very rare kitchen knife with value. These knives can be sharpened to a razor's edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe blades use a multitude of techniques generated over the 600 year history of knife making. The Homura blades each hand made and meticulous attention to detail is given to all aspects of the knife, from the blade to the saya. The forging method is very similar to the Japanese sword as the blade can carry a razor sharp edge and the master blacksmith and master sharpener utilize all of their expertise to create this exquisitely hand crafted knife.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged. No dishwasher please. \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Doi Knives","offers":[{"title":"210 mm","offer_id":43979515330810,"sku":"AH-02256","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/kitchen-knives-sakai-takayuki-homura-kogetsu-gyuto-with-saya-210mm-8-3-aoniko-1_1080acc0-f170-42a1-87e6-59f28e456721.jpg?v=1698705587"},{"product_id":"homura-kogetsu-petty-with-saya-150mm-5-9-aoniko","title":"Sakai Takayuki Homura Kogetsu Petty with Saya 150mm (5.9\") - Aoniko\/ Blue Steel #2","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIdeal for: \u003c\/strong\u003eSlicing and dicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUseful on food types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small proteins as well as small to medium fruits and vegetables including apples, oranges, carrots, broccoli, and garlic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHomura Kogetsu Petty with Saya\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Material: Aoniko (Blue Steel #2)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Length: 150mm (5.9\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlade Style: Double Bevel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHandle: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Ichii (Japanese yew tree)\u003c\/span\u003e and Buffalo Horn\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 77 g\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 30 mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 123 mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 23 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis Homura Kogetsu Petty Knife with Saya is a timeless piece of culinary art crafted by master blacksmith Doi-san and worthy of the discerning aficionado. Handmade from Aoniko High Carbon Japanese steel, its distinctive curvature provides superior control, balance, and precision for a flawless slicing experience. An unmatched combination of grace and power, this exquisite tool is the perfect companion for a lifetime of gastronomic excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/petty-utility-knives\"\u003ePetty \u0026amp; Paring knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are small utility kitchen knives perfect for small proteins, fruits and vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\"\u003eAoniko\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as Blue Steel #2, is a high carbon steel and requires more maintenance than their stainless steel counterparts. This is very hard steel material made of pure carbon steel with fine grained carbon with very few contaminates within the iron. It is used in the manufacture of the Homura knife by the traditional smith making process. There are only few knife craftsmen who can give the real value of this steel material even in Sakai, so the kitchen knife of Aoniko has become a very rare kitchen knife with value. These knives can be sharpened to a razor's edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe blades use a multitude of techniques generated over the 600 year history of knife making. The Homura blades each hand made and meticulous attention to detail is given to all aspects of the knife, from the blade to the saya. The forging method is very similar to the Japanese sword as the blade can carry a razor sharp edge and the master blacksmith and master sharpener utilize all of their expertise to create this exquisitely hand crafted knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged. 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This blade is double beveled with a Kengata tip.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis blade needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a fascinating knife that can be used widely from home to professional.  Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/santoku\"\u003e Handmade Santoku knives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are designed to be thin knives that slice, cut \u0026amp; chop easily through meat or vegetables to maintain the integrity of each component and freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe blades use a multitude of techniques generated over the 600 year history of knife making. The Homura SP blades each hand made and meticulous attention to detail is given to all aspects of the knife, from the blade to the saya. 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