{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-kokusen-aogami-super-gyuto-210mm-with-rosewood-octagon-handle","title":"Yu Kurosaki Kokusen Aogami Super Gyuto 210mm with Rosewood Octagon Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Kokusen Aogami Super Gyuto 210mm is a high-performance Japanese chef knife forged in Echizen, Japan. Its versatile 210mm profile offers the reach needed for larger prep while remaining nimble enough for precise slicing, chopping and push cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade combines an Aogami Super (Blue Super) carbon-steel core with stainless cladding and Kurosaki-san’s distinctive Kokusen hammered finish. The hard core takes a keen edge and holds it well, while the octagonal rosewood wa handle keeps the knife balanced and responsive in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exposed carbon-steel edge is reactive and will develop a natural patina. Hand wash only, wipe dry promptly during use and never place the knife in a dishwasher. Avoid bones, frozen foods and twisting cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 210mm Gyuto best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 210mm Gyuto is an all-purpose chef knife designed for vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins. It is long enough for efficient slicing but compact enough for everyday home and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the blade fully stainless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The cladding is stainless, but the exposed Aogami Super core at the cutting edge is carbon steel. Keep the edge clean and dry to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I maintain the edge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a quality whetstone or regular stropping for maintenance. Always cut on a knife-friendly wood or synthetic board and avoid glass, stone and bamboo cutting surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Blacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yu Kurosaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kokusen Ei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto \/ Chef Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super \/ Blue Super carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel with hammered tsuchime finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness: \u003c\/strong\u003e2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal rosewood wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasurements may vary slightly because each knife is handmade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yu Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53783374463200,"sku":"TK-53783374463200","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/yu-kurosaki-kokusen-as-gyuto-210mm-angled-view.jpg?v=1785825305","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/yu-kurosaki-kokusen-aogami-super-gyuto-210mm-with-rosewood-octagon-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}