{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku-2-rainbow-damascus-santoku-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku 2 Rainbow Damascus Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHatsukokoro Hinotori V-Toku 2 Rainbow Damascus Santoku 180mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Hinotori Santoku pairs a keen V-Toku 2 carbon-steel core with dramatic multi-metal rainbow Damascus cladding. Its versatile 180mm profile is sized for everyday vegetable, boneless meat, and fish preparation, while the thin grind and approximately 45mm heel height give it an agile, controlled feel on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hinotori name means “bird of fire,” an apt description for the copper, brass, nickel, and stainless layers that move through the cladding like embers. Every Damascus pattern and custom handle is unique, so small variations in color and figure are part of the knife’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Current-production Hinotori blades no longer receive the previous extra-dark acid etch over the exposed core steel. Hatsukokoro made this change to produce a cleaner, more consistent finish from knife to knife. The lighter core transition shown in the current photos is intentional and does not change the steel, heat treatment, grind, or cutting performance.\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 Hinotori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 322mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeel height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45mm\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 midpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness 1cm from tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132g with a standard handle; Prisma variants will vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e V-Toku 2 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-metal rainbow Damascus with copper, brass, nickel, and stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San-mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, approximately 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updated lighter etched rainbow Damascus finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony with black horn; Prisma Pink Hybrid; Prisma Rainbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyogo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandle Variants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEbony \u0026amp; Black Horn:\u003c\/strong\u003e The understated standard model balances the colorful blade with a classic dark octagonal wa handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrisma Pink Hybrid:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-of-a-kind Prisma Knife custom handle combining warm natural wood, vivid pink resin, and decorative metallic accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrisma Rainbow:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-of-a-kind Prisma Knife custom handle with a pastel rainbow-stabilized wood appearance and contrasting spacer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV-Toku 2 is reactive carbon steel and can develop a patina or rust if left wet. Hand wash only, wipe the blade dry immediately after use, and apply a light coat of food-safe oil before extended storage. Do not use this knife on bones, frozen food, glass, stone, or ceramic cutting surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs V-Toku 2 stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. V-Toku 2 is a high-carbon steel valued for its keen edge and sharpening response. The exposed core requires prompt drying and normal carbon-steel care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat changed about the Hinotori finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e Current knives omit the former extra-dark acid etch on the core steel. The result is a lighter, more consistent transition while retaining the same rainbow Damascus construction and cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a 180mm santoku best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife designed for vegetables, boneless proteins, and fish. Its shorter length makes it easy to control in home and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill every knife look exactly like the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Damascus patterns, natural materials, and Prisma custom handles vary, making each finished knife visually unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Ebony \u0026 Black Horn","offer_id":53639333544160,"sku":"HATS-HINO-VT2-SA180-EBONY","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prisma Pink Hybrid","offer_id":53639333576928,"sku":"HATS-HINO-VT2-SA180-PRISMA-PINK","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prisma Rainbow","offer_id":53639333609696,"sku":"HATS-HINO-VT2-SA180-PRISMA-RAINBOW","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku-2-rainbow-damascus-santoku-180mm-ebony-black-horn-handle-angle.jpg?v=1784920623","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hinotori-v-toku-2-rainbow-damascus-santoku-180mm","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}