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.

The Hikari Series are made of new technology SLD SEMI stainless steel that holds an edge for very long but at the same time is easy to sharpen. Polished finish with a distinct lamination line makes it look beautiful combined with a perfect fit and finish and a Mono Ebony octagonal handle. The most impressive characteristic of this series is it’s extreme, laser like, grind and blade thickness as well as it’s light weight!

With a tall blade and rounded nose, the Santoku is a versatile, all over, knife that is suitable for cutting meat, fish, or vegetables. The name Santoku means “Three-purpose” (virtues). Used mainly with chopping and push cuts.

Brand / Blacksmith Hatsukokoro
Series: Hikari
Knife type: Santoku 170
Blade Length / Total length (mm): 170 / 305
Grind: 50/50
Finish: Polished / Satin
Steel type: SLD
Forging method: San Mai
HRC hardness: 61
Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Wa / Mono Ebony
Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 1,7 / 0,25
Blade height at heel (mm): 47
Weight (gr): 134
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