{"product_id":"kyohei-shindo-blue-2-kiritsuke-210mm","title":"Kyohei Shindo Blue #2 Kiritsuke 210mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kyohei Shindo Blue #2 Kurouchi Kiritsuke 210mm is a rare chance to experience Shindo-san’s highly sought-after work in one of his most striking profiles. Forged in Tosa, Japan, this knife uses a reactive Blue #2 carbon steel core with iron cladding and a rugged kurouchi finish. The result is a knife with serious cutting performance, strong food release character, and the handmade personality collectors love from Kyohei Shindo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tokushu Knife, we believe Shindo-san’s work should be presented at its best. That is why this kiritsuke has been paired with a comfortable burnt wood wa handle and black buffalo horn ferrule that visually complements the dark kurouchi finish. We also hand sharpen this knife in house before sending it your way, giving you the best chance to experience Shindo-san’s legendary thin grind and aggressive distal taper at their finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 217mm edge length gives this knife more reach than many standard 210mm gyuto-style knives, while the 50.15mm heel height provides useful knuckle clearance and a confident feel on the board. The pronounced k-tip is excellent for precision work, tip cuts, detail trimming, and clean push cuts through vegetables and proteins. With a thick 4.62mm spine at the heel tapering down to approximately 0.5mm near the tip, this blade carries the authority of a forged workhorse while still finishing extremely thin behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Kyohei Shindo Blue #2 Kurouchi Kiritsuke good for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially for home cooks who want a high-performance Japanese carbon steel knife and are comfortable with basic care. It is sharp, thin, and versatile enough for vegetables, herbs, boneless proteins, and daily prep, but it should be dried after use because the Blue #2 core and iron cladding are reactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes Kyohei Shindo knives so popular?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kyohei Shindo is known for delivering outstanding cutting performance, expressive forged character, and excellent value. His knives often feature a thick spine near the handle, strong distal taper, and a very thin cutting edge, giving them a distinctive mix of power and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How should I care for this Blue #2 kurouchi kiritsuke?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash and dry the knife by hand immediately after use. Do not put it in the dishwasher, do not cut frozen food or bones, and use a quality cutting board. For longer-term storage, a light coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003eTsubaki oil\u003c\/a\u003e can help protect the reactive steel. To maintain the edge between sharpenings, use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e rather than a pull-through sharpener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this knife sharpened before shipping?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Tokushu Knife hand sharpens this knife in house before shipment so the edge better reflects what Shindo-san’s grind is capable of. For future maintenance, Tokushu Knife also offers a professional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\/Blacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kyohei Shindo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tosa, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke \/ Kiritsuke Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue #2 \/ Aogami #2 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron clad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurouchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 217mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 358mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50.15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.62mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness Near Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burnt wood wa handle with black buffalo horn ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\/Bevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand sharpened in house by Tokushu Knife before shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shibata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52902167773408,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/kyohei-shindo-blue-2-kurouchi-kiritsuke-210mm-front.jpg?v=1780130227","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/kyohei-shindo-blue-2-kiritsuke-210mm","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}