The convex 50/50 grind that defines the Moritaka Supreme line is not accidental - it is a deliberate geometry that provides exceptional ingredient separation, pushes food off the blade during cutting, and creates a more durable edge geometry than a flat grind at the same thickness. Moritaka Hamono has been developing this formula in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture for over 700 years. Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC, soft iron cladding, kurouchi (black as-forged) finish, stainless tang. CKTG is the exclusive US distributor.
The 240mm double-bevel sujihiki - labeled yanagiba by Moritaka - extends the slicing reach to the standard professional slicing length. At 240mm blade length and 35mm height with a 4mm spine this is a lean, precise slicer at 4.0 oz. Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC holds a fine reactive edge through sustained protein work. Magnolia octagonal handle. Even 50/50 convex grind. CKTG exclusive US distributor. Free US shipping over $100.
Care Instructions: Aogami Super is a reactive carbon steel and the soft iron cladding is also reactive - both the edge and the cladding will patina naturally with use. The kurouchi (black as-forged) finish on the cladding provides initial protection and the patina that develops adds further protection over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the blade. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC rewards careful technique and responds beautifully to stropping. Keep away from bones and frozen foods.
The 240mm double-bevel sujihiki - labeled yanagiba by Moritaka - extends the slicing reach to the standard professional slicing length. At 240mm blade length and 35mm height with a 4mm spine this is a lean, precise slicer at 4.0 oz. Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC holds a fine reactive edge through sustained protein work. Magnolia octagonal handle. Even 50/50 convex grind. CKTG exclusive US distributor. Free US shipping over $100.
Care Instructions: Aogami Super is a reactive carbon steel and the soft iron cladding is also reactive - both the edge and the cladding will patina naturally with use. The kurouchi (black as-forged) finish on the cladding provides initial protection and the patina that develops adds further protection over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the blade. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC rewards careful technique and responds beautifully to stropping. Keep away from bones and frozen foods.
- Maker: Moritaka Hamono
- Location: Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
- Exclusive: CKTG Exclusive US Distributor
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Paper Steel)
- Cladding: Soft Iron
- HRC: 64-65
- Finish: Kurouchi (Black As-Forged)
- Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Convex Double Bevel
- Handle: Octagonal Ho Wood
- Tang: Stainless Steel Welded Tang
- Weight: 4.0 oz (114g)
- Blade Length: 240mm
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 4mm
- Blade Height: 35mm
- Note: Even 50/50 double-bevel grind - functionally a sujihiki despite Moritaka yanagiba label
