Hatsukokoro’s Blue #2 series offers excellent value with high-quality carbon steel blades, traditional kasumi or kurouchi finishes, and well-crafted handles. This particular knife stands out for its unique hybrid design—combining the thickness and heft of a deba with a double bevel edge and a bunka-style profile. It’s an ideal choice for those seeking a versatile, robust kitchen knife with traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern functionality.
Maker: Hatsukokoro
Location: Sakai, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Cladding: Stainless Steel
HRC: 61
Engraving: Laser Engraved
Handle: Oak Octagonal
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 8.6oz (244 g)
Edge Length: 155 mm
Total Length: 310 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 7 mm
Blade Height: 53 mm
We do not carry a saya that fits this knife; we recommend the blade guard instead
