Experience the Legacy of Samurai Craftsmanship with Moritaka Hamono
Chasing that dream of samurai precision? Begin your journey with a Moritaka Hamono blade, crafted by a family with over 725 years of heritage and 31 generations of master blacksmiths. To maintain the extraordinary sharpness of this blade, we recommend adding our professional sharpening service for a perfect edge.
Moritaka Hamono has transformed their sword-forging roots into crafting kitchen knives of unparalleled quality on the islands of Okinawa. The Aogami Super Kiritsuke 270mm is a true testament to this tradition, built for chefs who appreciate both history and performance.
About the Knife
This 270mm Kiritsuke, with its powerful Aogami Super core, delivers a remarkable balance of toughness and edge retention, wrapped in a traditional kurouchi finish for a unique look and practical food release. The blade’s 4.4mm thickness at the heel and hardness of 65 HRC make it ideal for precise cuts and demanding kitchen tasks, perfect for the seasoned chef familiar with Japanese knives.
Specifications
- Weight: 250g
- Blacksmith: Moritaka Hamono
- Location: Yatsushiro, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged Warikomi (In-house Forging)
- Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel
- Cladding: Iron
- Finish: Kurouchi
- Hardness: 65 HRC
- Blade Length: 275mm
- Overall Length: 436mm
- Thickness at Heel: 4.4mm
- Blade Height: 56.6mm
Rediscover the essence of samurai tradition with the Moritaka Aogami Super Kiritsuke 270mm—a must-have for any serious chef seeking quality and legacy in a single blade.
About us
We take responsibility for selecting and providing authentic quality products through our direct relationships with Japanese suppliers. Shipping trouble? We have your back and will manage it. Problem with your order? Contact us and we make it right. If you are our customer, we will not stop until we get the perfect knife in your hands.
- Tony Owner of Tokushu knife