{"product_id":"takahashi-kusu-sg2-petty-knife-150mm-5-9-ittosai-kotetsu-oak-handle","title":"Takahashi Kusu SG2 Petty Knife 150mm (5.9\") – Ittosai Kotetsu | Oak Handle","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA High-Performance Petty with Japanese Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium SG2 steel, Sakai craftsmanship, and the distinctive Ittosai Kotetsu mark come together in a refined Japanese knife made for precision work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision, Craftsmanship, and Japanese Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi Kusu SG2 Petty Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a refined Japanese utility knife made for cooks who appreciate precision, excellent edge performance, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eHandcrafted in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakai, Osaka\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Japan's most renowned centers of knife making, this 150mm petty combines high-performance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSG2 powdered steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith a beautifully finished oak handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWith its slim 1mm blade and excellent balance, it is designed to feel precise and agile in the hand—making everyday detail work effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium SG2 Powdered Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAt the heart of this knife is\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/pages\/material-types\"\u003eSuper Gold 2 (SG2)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a high-performance powdered stainless steel known for its excellent edge retention, wear resistance, and ability to take a very fine edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWith a hardness of approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e64 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blade offers long-lasting sharpness while remaining stainless and relatively low-maintenance compared with traditional carbon-steel knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFor cooks who value a knife that stays sharp through frequent use, SG2 is an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ittosai Kotetsu Mark\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe blade is engraved\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Ittosai Kotetsu,”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emeaning “Kotetsu's knife,” in honor of the famous Kotetsu swordsmith of the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eKnives bearing this mark are among Takahashi Kusu's highest-ranked knives, adding a distinctive connection to Japanese blade-making history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCrafted in Sakai, Osaka\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTakahashi Kusu is based in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSakai, Osaka\u003c\/strong\u003e, a city with a centuries-old tradition of Japanese knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFounded in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1917\u003c\/strong\u003e, Takahashi Kusu has spent more than a century manufacturing and wholesaling Japanese cutlery. Now in its fourth generation, the company continues to serve as a bridge between skilled makers and the cooks who use their knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis heritage is part of what makes the knife special: it is not simply a high-performance kitchen tool, but a piece of contemporary Japanese knife-making tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Versatile Everyday Petty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAt 150mm (5.9\"), this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/petty-utility-knives\"\u003ePetty knife\u003c\/a\u003e is an exceptionally useful size for detailed kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eUse it for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlicing fruits and vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeeling and trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting garlic and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing small proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortioning smaller ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther everyday tasks where a nimble, precise knife is ideal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eIts slim blade and light 95g weight make it particularly comfortable for tasks that require control and accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKnife Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTakahashi Kusu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePetty \/ Utility Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSG2 Stainless Steel (Powdered Steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e150 mm (5.9\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApproximately 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e33 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOak Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e23 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApproximately 95 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSakai, Osaka, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTo preserve the sharpness and finish of your knife:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only and dry thoroughly after each use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not place in the dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut bones, frozen foods, or other hard materials, as they may damage or chip the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a suitable cutting board such as wood or soft synthetic material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the knife safely when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takahashi Kusu","offers":[{"title":"150 mm","offer_id":44886813933818,"sku":"TK-SG2-Petty","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/TakahashikusuSG2pettyoakhandle0.jpg?v=1702625555","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/takahashi-kusu-sg2-petty-knife-150mm-5-9-ittosai-kotetsu-oak-handle","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}