Hatsukokoro Kokugei Gyuto 240mm collection-handle A striking yanagiba from Nigara

A striking yanagiba from Nigara Hamono's "Anmon" line

A super all rounder that performs well in a variety of tasks as the high polish finish helps the knife glide through food like a charm

a very hard steel (66-67 HRC)

A beautiful and hard wearing heavyweight handmade Japanese selvedge denim oven mitt from West Japan Tools

wrapped around a VG10 core that takes and holds a razor-sharp edge exceptionally well

Hatsukokoro Kokugei Gyuto 240mm collection-handle A striking yanagiba from NigaraA robust mid to large size gyuto with a nice sweeping belly and good amount of height in a rustic kurouchi finish ideal for a wide range of jobs.