{"product_id":"miyazaki-kajiya-ats-34-damascus-tsubaki-220mm-with-prisma-knife-handle","title":"Miyazaki Kajiya ATS-34 Damascus Tsubaki 200mm with Prisma Knife Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Miyazaki Kajiya ATS-34 Damascus Tsubaki 200mm with Prisma Knife Handle is a striking handmade Japanese kiritsuke gyuto from Haruki Miyazaki of Miyazaki Kajiya in Nagasaki, Japan. The “Tsubaki” name refers to the camellia flower, reflected in the dramatic damascus patterning and the camellia-style stamp on the blade. This piece combines a high-performance stainless ATS-34 core with a bold custom Prisma handle, making it both a capable kitchen tool and a standout collector-grade knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATS-34 is a Japanese stainless steel closely related to 154CM, known for strong edge retention, good toughness, and better corrosion resistance than carbon steels. On this knife, it is paired with stainless damascus cladding and a kiritsuke-style gyuto profile that gives the blade a clean, aggressive tip while still keeping the versatility of a chef knife. The 200mm measured blade length and 51.9mm heel height make it nimble for a larger gyuto, while the 196g weight gives it enough presence for confident prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom Prisma handle adds a unique Tokushu Knife touch, pairing stabilized wood tones with vivid purple resin and orange spacer accents. This is a strong choice for cooks who want a handmade Japanese knife that performs well, looks exceptional, and does not require the same level of reactive maintenance as carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Miyazaki Kajiya ATS-34 Damascus Tsubaki good for professional cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. ATS-34 offers practical stainless performance, solid edge retention, and good toughness, making it suitable for serious home cooks and professional users who want a refined handmade Japanese knife without heavy carbon steel upkeep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is this knife best used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kiritsuke gyuto is best for slicing, push cutting, chopping vegetables, portioning proteins, and general chef knife work. The pointed kiritsuke-style tip is especially useful for detail cuts, trimming, and precise work around proteins or vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How should I care for an ATS-34 damascus Japanese knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash by hand, dry immediately, and avoid the dishwasher. Use a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e, and maintain the edge with careful sharpening or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e. For best performance out of the box or long-term edge care, Tokushu Knife also offers a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eprofessional knife 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 Miyazaki Kajiya \/ Haruki Miyazaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsubaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e ATS-34 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 353mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51.9mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness Near Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.46mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 196g \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom Prisma Knife Handle with stabilized wood, purple resin, and orange spacer accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel, 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60–61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagasaki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51728650207456,"sku":null,"price":629.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/miyazaki-kajiya-ats-34-damascus-tsubaki-220mm-prisma-handle-3_48ad2610-b4aa-4cbb-91e6-2f04173da4e6.jpg?v=1780738024","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/miyazaki-kajiya-ats-34-damascus-tsubaki-220mm-with-prisma-knife-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}