Takamura Hamono is based in Echizen - one of Japan dedicated knife-making regions - and has built a reputation around one obsession: grinding blades thinner than anyone expects at the price. The Migaki SG2 line is their flagship. Migaki means polished in Japanese, and the name reflects the clean, refined aesthetic of a knife built entirely around cutting performance. SG2 powdered stainless steel at 62-65 HRC, san mai construction with softer stainless cladding, rosewood western handle. In high demand - limit one per customer.
The Migaki 210mm gyuto is the most popular size in the line - at 212mm blade length, 46mm height, and 5.2 oz, it balances laser-thin geometry with genuine all-purpose versatility. Bob calls it among the best out-of-the-box edges in 70 knives purchased over 8 years - perfect fit and finish, the way to go for a top quality stainless laser. Kristian says there are knives that are good tools and knives that have a soul - this one feels soulful. Andre simply calls it the best. Rosewood western handle. Limit one per customer.
What Customers Are Saying: Seventeen five-star reviews. Bob calls it among the best out-of-the-box edges in 70 knives purchased over 8 years - perfect fit and finish. Kristian says there are knives that are good tools and knives that have a soul - this one feels soulful. Andre simply calls it the best. The Migaki 210mm gyuto is the knife that CKTG customers recommend most consistently to other serious cooks looking for a stainless laser. In high demand - limit one per customer.
Care Instructions: SG2 is a fully stainless powdered steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher. Use wood or rubber cutting boards only. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and hard materials that could chip the edge at this hardness. Sharpen on quality water stones - SG2 at 62-65 HRC rewards a consistent angle and light pressure. Strop regularly between sharpenings to maintain the laser-thin edge.
The Migaki 210mm gyuto is the most popular size in the line - at 212mm blade length, 46mm height, and 5.2 oz, it balances laser-thin geometry with genuine all-purpose versatility. Bob calls it among the best out-of-the-box edges in 70 knives purchased over 8 years - perfect fit and finish, the way to go for a top quality stainless laser. Kristian says there are knives that are good tools and knives that have a soul - this one feels soulful. Andre simply calls it the best. Rosewood western handle. Limit one per customer.
What Customers Are Saying: Seventeen five-star reviews. Bob calls it among the best out-of-the-box edges in 70 knives purchased over 8 years - perfect fit and finish. Kristian says there are knives that are good tools and knives that have a soul - this one feels soulful. Andre simply calls it the best. The Migaki 210mm gyuto is the knife that CKTG customers recommend most consistently to other serious cooks looking for a stainless laser. In high demand - limit one per customer.
Care Instructions: SG2 is a fully stainless powdered steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher. Use wood or rubber cutting boards only. Avoid bones, frozen foods, and hard materials that could chip the edge at this hardness. Sharpen on quality water stones - SG2 at 62-65 HRC rewards a consistent angle and light pressure. Strop regularly between sharpenings to maintain the laser-thin edge.
- Blacksmith: Takamura Hamono
- Location: Takefu Knife Village, Echizen, Japan
- Construction: San Mai
- Steel: SG2 (R2) Powdered Stainless Steel
- Cladding: Softer Stainless
- HRC: 62-65
- Finish: Migaki (Polished)
- Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Double Bevel
- Handle: Rosewood Western (Yo)
- Limit: One Per Customer
- Weight: 5.2 oz (148g)
- Blade Length: 212mm
- Total Length: 338mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 2mm
- Blade Height: 46mm
Reviews
17 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Chef, July 25, 2025 Your last Gyuto?, July 23, 2025Posted By: Bob Z
21 people found this review helpful
Among or the best OOB edge in the last 70 knives I have purchased over last 8 years. Perfect fit and finish!
If you want a top quality stainless laser this is the way to go! This isn't the knife to cut thru frozen stuff or bones or other abusing cutting chores, use your old Henkels or Victorinox for that chore!
What would I change? I would like a Japanese handle version (Wa) or a plastic/impregnated handle version.
21 people found this review helpful
Among or the best OOB edge in the last 70 knives I have purchased over last 8 years. Perfect fit and finish!
If you want a top quality stainless laser this is the way to go! This isn't the knife to cut thru frozen stuff or bones or other abusing cutting chores, use your old Henkels or Victorinox for that chore!
What would I change? I would like a Japanese handle version (Wa) or a plastic/impregnated handle version.
Simply The Best, January 30, 2025Posted By: Andrew Wyslotsky
22 people found this review helpful
My 210 has been a best friend/workhorse for the past 10 years. A beautiful knife with perfect balance, and incredibly comfortable in the hand. Ridiculously sharp out of the box and easy to put an edge on when touching up. I’m sad to see these aren’t in stock as I wanted to surprise a friend with what I consider to be the best dang knife I’ve ever owned!
22 people found this review helpful
My 210 has been a best friend/workhorse for the past 10 years. A beautiful knife with perfect balance, and incredibly comfortable in the hand. Ridiculously sharp out of the box and easy to put an edge on when touching up. I’m sad to see these aren’t in stock as I wanted to surprise a friend with what I consider to be the best dang knife I’ve ever owned!
Cuts like a dream Favorite knife best knife I've usedPosted By: Ted Stoddard - verified customer
23 people found this review helpful
the was knife is SUPER sharp right out of the box, i touched the edge to try to feel the sharpness and shaved my finger prints off. The blade is fairly thin and light and the handle is comfortable and beautiful. I've had the knife a month now and it is holding its edge extremely well, it is still the sharpest knife I've ever held. I have a 2 sided wet stone when the time comes I will try to use it on this knife but I fear it will probably be to coarse and soft for such a hard knife. I have an 8 inch Henckle knife and there is no comparison this knife is better in every way.
23 people found this review helpful
the was knife is SUPER sharp right out of the box, i touched the edge to try to feel the sharpness and shaved my finger prints off. The blade is fairly thin and light and the handle is comfortable and beautiful. I've had the knife a month now and it is holding its edge extremely well, it is still the sharpest knife I've ever held. I have a 2 sided wet stone when the time comes I will try to use it on this knife but I fear it will probably be to coarse and soft for such a hard knife. I have an 8 inch Henckle knife and there is no comparison this knife is better in every way.
best knife Posted By: sawyer
24 people found this review helpful
I have been using this knife daily for over a year now in a busy restaurant. Three of the cooks that I work with do as well, as they were gifts from our chef. It's very easy to keep the edge and is thin yet sturdy.
24 people found this review helpful
I have been using this knife daily for over a year now in a busy restaurant. Three of the cooks that I work with do as well, as they were gifts from our chef. It's very easy to keep the edge and is thin yet sturdy.
Sharp knife! Ultra-sharp edge Takamura migaki r2 Be Carefull!Posted By: Jonathan Fein - verified customer
25 people found this review helpful
Sharpest knife I ever had. Super light. Super thin. If you are not a pro, and I am not, don't try the fancy cuts shown in the video. Got myself trying the horizontal onion cut. Not too bad though. CKTG is definitely the place to go for all things Knives.
25 people found this review helpful
Sharpest knife I ever had. Super light. Super thin. If you are not a pro, and I am not, don't try the fancy cuts shown in the video. Got myself trying the horizontal onion cut. Not too bad though. CKTG is definitely the place to go for all things Knives.
Very good 
Awesome WowPosted By: ken
29 people found this review helpful
Have had this for 2 years. Use it often and can give a full review.
This is an amazingly sharp knife. Sharpest of the 7 I currently have. Being so thin makes a big difference. I have had others cut with it and they gravitate to it.
Be careful of the cleaning. Never use the scrubber sponge as it will leave scratch marks on the semi mirror finish. Love this knife.
29 people found this review helpful
Have had this for 2 years. Use it often and can give a full review.
This is an amazingly sharp knife. Sharpest of the 7 I currently have. Being so thin makes a big difference. I have had others cut with it and they gravitate to it.
Be careful of the cleaning. Never use the scrubber sponge as it will leave scratch marks on the semi mirror finish. Love this knife.
Awesome cuts everything like butter! Beautifully sharp 
