Hatsukokoro Knives

Hatsukokoro kitchen knives are crafted in Japan using a wide range of premium steels including Blue #1, Blue #2, Aogami Super, SG2, SLD, and Ginsan. Available in multiple lines and finishes, these Japanese kitchen knives offer serious performance and exceptional value from skilled craftsmen.

CKTG has carried Hatsukokoro from early in the brand history and stocks the broadest US selection of their lineup. Whether you are looking for a pure carbon knife in Aogami Super, a semi-stainless workhorse in SLD or Ginsan, or a high-performance powdered steel in SG2, Hatsukokoro produces serious knives at prices that consistently surprise buyers who expect this quality to cost more.