{"product_id":"yoshikane-skd-210mm-nashiji-gyuto","title":"Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Kiritsuke 210mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Kiritsuke 210mm is a superb example of why Yoshikane Hamono has such a strong reputation among serious cooks and knife enthusiasts. Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan, this kiritsuke-style gyuto combines a thin, high-performing grind with the toughness and edge retention of SKD semi-stainless steel. The result is a knife that feels smooth through dense vegetables, confident on proteins, and precise at the tip for detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is fitted with a burnt chestnut wa handle and black buffalo horn ferrule, giving the knife a warm, understated traditional look that pairs beautifully with the rustic nashiji finish. If you are searching for a Japanese chef knife that offers long edge life, excellent food release, and a flatter profile for controlled push cutting, this Yoshikane kiritsuke is an outstanding choice for both dedicated home cooks and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm size is especially versatile. It is long enough for onions, cabbage, herbs, and boneless proteins, but still nimble enough for daily prep in a home kitchen. Yoshikane’s grind is what makes these knives stand out: thin behind the edge for easy cutting, with enough convexity to help food separate cleanly from the blade. For best long-term edge life, use it on a soft cutting surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e, and keep the exposed edge clean and dry after use. For occasional maintenance, 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 is a smart choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is a 210mm kiritsuke good for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 210mm kiritsuke is a highly versatile all-purpose kitchen knife. It excels at slicing vegetables, trimming proteins, mincing herbs, and handling most prep tasks where you want a flatter edge profile and a very precise tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this Yoshikane knife suitable for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This knife is absolutely suitable for home cooks who want a premium Japanese chef knife with exceptional cutting feel. The SKD semi-stainless core gives you much of the performance of carbon steel with less maintenance, making it easier to live with day to day than a fully reactive blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I care for an SKD semi-stainless Japanese knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash by hand, dry it right away, and avoid leaving it wet or dirty after use. The stainless cladding helps with maintenance, but the exposed edge can still react if neglected. Use quality whetstones for sharpening, and for routine upkeep you can maintain the edge with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eleather strop\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want professional touch-ups, Tokushu also offers a \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 \/ Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoshikane Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SKD semi-stainless tool 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 Nashiji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 369mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Heel):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Mid):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 190-200g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burnt chestnut with black buffalo horn ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 63-64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43347371524320,"sku":"","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/yoshikane-kiritsuke-skd-210mm-1_1b29f81d-cfd9-48b1-b558-36997a7c43f7.jpg?v=1780856051","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/yoshikane-skd-210mm-nashiji-gyuto","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}