G3 stainless steel, also called Ginsan, has built a strong reputation among budget friendly Japanese knives, and this 240mm kiritsuke from the Harukaze line shows why. The blade carries a stainless nashiji, or pear skin, cladding over the G3 core, all produced exclusively for CKTG by a mid sized factory in Tosa, Japan.
The kiritsuke profile combines the reach of a gyuto with a sharp, angled tip, giving it extra versatility for both general prep and more detailed cutting work. The edge is ground symmetrically at 50/50 and finished with kanji engraving on both sides, while the handle is an oval magnolia wood with a black pakka wood ferrule. Despite the thin grind and high hardness typical of G3, the steel takes well to regular sharpening and holds an edge for a long stretch between touch ups.
What Customers Are Saying:Reviewers single out the edge retention and the ease of sharpening for a stainless steel, with one owner reporting the knife still held a strong edge after about nine months of use. The fit between the handle and ferrule draws consistent praise, and buyers note that a thin, high hardness blade like this one rewards careful, controlled cutting rather than rough use, which keeps the edge intact over time.
Care Instructions:This kiritsuke is fully stainless, so day to day upkeep stays simple. Hand wash and dry the blade after use rather than placing it in a dishwasher, and avoid frozen foods or cutting through bone, since the thin, high hardness edge can chip under that kind of stress. Regular sharpening on quality water stones will keep the kiritsuke performing at its best.
The kiritsuke profile combines the reach of a gyuto with a sharp, angled tip, giving it extra versatility for both general prep and more detailed cutting work. The edge is ground symmetrically at 50/50 and finished with kanji engraving on both sides, while the handle is an oval magnolia wood with a black pakka wood ferrule. Despite the thin grind and high hardness typical of G3, the steel takes well to regular sharpening and holds an edge for a long stretch between touch ups.
What Customers Are Saying:Reviewers single out the edge retention and the ease of sharpening for a stainless steel, with one owner reporting the knife still held a strong edge after about nine months of use. The fit between the handle and ferrule draws consistent praise, and buyers note that a thin, high hardness blade like this one rewards careful, controlled cutting rather than rough use, which keeps the edge intact over time.
Care Instructions:This kiritsuke is fully stainless, so day to day upkeep stays simple. Hand wash and dry the blade after use rather than placing it in a dishwasher, and avoid frozen foods or cutting through bone, since the thin, high hardness edge can chip under that kind of stress. Regular sharpening on quality water stones will keep the kiritsuke performing at its best.
- Brand: Harukaze
- Location: Tosa, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
- Core Steel: G3 Stainless Steel (Ginsan)
- Cladding: Stainless
- HRC: 62
- Finish: Nashiji (Pear Skin)
- Edge Grind: 50/50
- Handle: Magnolia Wood Oval
- Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
- Engraving: Kanji Engraved
- Weight: 5.8 oz (166 g)
- Blade Length: 245 mm
- Total Length: 400 mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm
- Blade Height: 48 mm
- Photos credit: Gustavo Bermudez
Reviews
2 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Darn good knifePosted By: CS
29 people found this review helpful
The knife is excellent. Especially for the price. Looks like a previous review had an issue with chipping but if you’re used to using thin, high Rockwell knives, it shouldn’t be an issue. Wicked edge retention. Gorgeous handle and ferrule combination. A great product.
29 people found this review helpful
The knife is excellent. Especially for the price. Looks like a previous review had an issue with chipping but if you’re used to using thin, high Rockwell knives, it shouldn’t be an issue. Wicked edge retention. Gorgeous handle and ferrule combination. A great product.
Great!Posted By: John B
29 people found this review helpful
The steel is surprisingly nice. Holds an edge for a long time and is very easy to sharpen for stainless steel. Came extremely sharp with the sharpening service though. Used it for about 9 months now and keeps an edge well.
29 people found this review helpful
The steel is surprisingly nice. Holds an edge for a long time and is very easy to sharpen for stainless steel. Came extremely sharp with the sharpening service though. Used it for about 9 months now and keeps an edge well.
