Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurogane

Kurogane means black whale in Japanese, a reference to the kurouchi black forge finish and reactive iron cladding that defines this line. The Hatsukokoro Kurogane uses Blue #2 carbon steel with a soft iron cladding, finished with a rustic kurouchi coating. Octagonal ebony handle. Made through the Sakai artisan network where specialist craftsmen each contribute their expertise.