Hatsu – Kokoro means innocent spirit. A very important wholesaler from Amagasaki city in Hyogo prefecture cooperating with some of the best craftsmen in Japan. The Hatsukokoro brand is their house brand, crafted from undisclosed but some of the most experienced blacksmiths.

A beautiful Nashiji finish knife for the light and thin knives lovers. Forged from Ginsan steel (Silver-3), easy to sharpen and maintain. The ebony mono octagonal handle is the perfect fit for the simplicity and beauty of this knife.

The Nakiri, that looks like a small cleaver, is a specialized knife for vegetables. It is a double bevel knife and has a tall, thin blade in order to go through vegetables easily. It is a very popular knife throughout Japan as well as the rest of the world because its specialized profile makes the veggie preparation so easy. Feels nimble in the handle despite its size and its thin blade is designed for precise cuts. Perfect for chopping, slicing and push cuts.

Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro
Series: Ginrei
Knife type: Nakiri 170mm
Blade Length / Total length (mm): 164 / 312
Grind: 50/50
Finish: Nashiji
Steel type: Ginsan (Silver-3)
Forging method: San Mai
HRC hardness: 61
Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Wa / Mono Ebony
Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 2
Blade height at heel (mm): 51
Weight (gr): 186
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