{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hayabusa-vg-10-tsuchime-bread-knife-210mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG-10 Tsuchime Bread Knife 210mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG-10 Tsuchime Bread Knife 210mm is a Japanese serrated bread knife designed for clean, controlled slicing through crusty sourdough, sandwich loaves, baguettes, pastries, tomatoes, and other foods with firm exteriors and soft interiors. The VG-10 stainless steel core gives this knife practical edge retention, good corrosion resistance, and easy care, making it a strong choice for both home cooks and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hammered tsuchime finish adds texture and visual character to the blade while helping distinguish it from ordinary bread knives. This version is finished with a burnt wood wa handle and black buffalo horn ferrule, giving it a warm, traditional Japanese look with a lightweight, comfortable feel in hand. At 210mm, it has enough length for most bread and pastry work without feeling oversized or awkward on the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this knife with a gentle sawing motion and let the serrated edge do the work. It is ideal for bread, tomatoes, cakes, sandwiches, and delicate baked goods, but it should not be used on bones, frozen food, or hard squash. Hand wash and dry immediately after use, and pair it with a knife-friendly board such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e to help preserve edge performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Hatsukokoro Hayabusa VG-10 Bread Knife good for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This is an excellent Japanese bread knife for home cooks who want cleaner slices, less tearing, and a stainless steel blade that is easy to maintain. VG-10 is a practical choice because it offers strong sharpness and edge retention without the extra care demands of reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes this different from a regular bread knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hatsukokoro Hayabusa uses VG-10 stainless steel, a Japanese wa handle, and a refined tsuchime blade finish, giving it a lighter and more premium feel than many standard Western bread knives. The 210mm serrated blade is long enough for most loaves while still feeling nimble for pastries, tomatoes, and everyday kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can I sharpen a Japanese serrated bread knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serrated knives do not need sharpening as often as smooth-edged knives, but they can be maintained when performance drops. Because serrations require the right technique and tools, professional sharpening is usually the safest choice. Tokushu Knife offers a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e for maintaining high-performance Japanese knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How should I care for this VG-10 bread knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only, dry immediately, and never put it in the dishwasher. Store it in a knife guard, saya, or knife roll to protect the serrated edge. VG-10 is stainless, but good habits will keep the blade and handle looking better for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hayabusa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serrated Bread Knife \/ Pankiri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG-10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Clad San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsuchime \/ Hammered Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 355mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 123-129g\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\u003eHandle Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal Wa Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel \/ Ambidextrous Use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47012386668768,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-vg10-tsuchime-serrated-bread-knife-230mm-04_78844791-f57d-49a0-a978-8b04d7e7a6f1.jpg?v=1780759465","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hayabusa-vg-10-tsuchime-bread-knife-210mm","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}