{"title":"Line Collection For Hatsukokoru Kaijin Blue 2","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-santoku-175mm-migaki-curly-maple","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Santoku 175mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Santoku 175mm is a stainless-clad general-purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking high-carbon performance in a compact profile. This double-bevel blade features Aogami #2 steel with a Migaki finish and measures 176mm in edge length, 49mm in heel height, and weighs 155g. The Santoku shape supports slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks with a controllable chopping motion suited to everyday kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 carbon steel achieves 61-63 HRC hardness and contains tungsten for improved edge retention and toughness within a san-mai stainless clad construction. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised blue curly maple with a stainless steel ferrule that enhances durability and balance. Spine thickness measures 2.3mm at the heel, tapering to 0.6mm at the tip. As a carbon steel core knife, the cutting edge requires drying after use to prevent rust. This Kaijin line pairs functional specifications with artistic handle materials at a competitive price point for users prioritising cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274644898013,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-STK-OTMPSS","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2Santoku-20260118-02.jpg?v=1768694422"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-petty-mm-migaki-curly-maple","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Petty 150mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Petty 150mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for professionals and enthusiasts requiring precise in-hand peeling, trimming, and detail work. This double-bevel blade features Aogami #2 carbon steel at its core with a Migaki polished finish and sandblasted bevel, measuring 155mm in edge length and weighing 87g. The spine measures 1.9mm at the heel and tapers to 0.7mm at the tip, providing a slim profile suited for intricate tasks such as deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining sharpening responsiveness. As a san-mai stainless clad construction, the reactive carbon core requires drying after use to prevent rust. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised blue curly maple with a stainless steel ferrule, enhancing durability and balance during extended prep sessions. Produced in Hyogo by Hatsukokoro, this Kaijin line prioritises functional performance through a plain aesthetic without additional design features.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274660004061,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-PT-OTMPSS","price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2Petty-20260118-01.jpg?v=1768695289"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-bunka-mm-migaki-curly-maple","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Bunka 175mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Bunka 175mm is a stainless-clad carbon steel knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking high performance in a general-purpose profile. This double-bevel blade features Aogami #2 core steel hardened to 61–63 HRC, encased in stainless cladding with a migaki finish. The 175mm edge length and distinctive reverse tanto tip provide precision for slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats, while the straighter edge profile supports controlled cutting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 steel offers improved toughness and edge retention through added chromium and tungsten, maintaining sharpness comparable to White Steel #2 with greater resistance to chipping. The san-mai stainless clad construction protects the reactive carbon core from corrosion during use, though the exposed edge requires drying after washing. Weighing 158g with a spine measuring 2.2mm at the heel and tapering to 0.7mm at the tip, this knife pairs its blade geometry with a stabilised blue curly maple octagonal handle and stainless steel ferrule for balance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274669867229,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-BU-OTMPSS","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2Bunka-20260118-01.jpg?v=1768695770"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-gyuto-210mm-migaki-curly-maple","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Gyuto 210mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Gyuto 210mm is a stainless-clad Japanese chef's knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking Aogami #2 performance in a budget-friendly package. This double-bevel gyuto features a 219mm edge length and san-mai construction with a migaki polished finish and sandblasted bevel. The blade core is Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel hardened to 61-63 HRC, offering improved toughness and edge retention through added chromium and tungsten while remaining relatively easy to sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeighing 164g with spine thickness measuring 2.3mm at the heel tapering to 0.6mm at the tip, this knife suits general-purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from dyed and stabilised blue curly maple with a stainless steel ferrule that enhances durability and balance. As a carbon steel core knife, the cutting edge requires drying after use to prevent rust despite the stainless cladding. Hatsukokoro produces this Kaijin line in Hyogo, delivering strong availability and competitive pricing within their diverse range of Japanese kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274671571165,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-GY21-OTMPSS","price":218.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2Gyuto210-20260118-01.jpg?v=1768696051"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-k-tip-gyuto-210mm-migaki-curly-maple-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 K-tip Gyuto 210mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 K-tip Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef’s knife with an angled kiritsuke tip and stainless-clad Aogami #2 core, best fit for professionals and enthusiasts seeking precise push-cutting performance in a budget-friendly line. This K-tip profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with a clipped point and flatter edge optimised for scoring, detailing, and long slicing strokes. The blade features a migaki finish with a polished edge and sandblasted bevel, measuring 210mm in length and weighing 167g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 carbon steel at 61–63 HRC contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while remaining accessible to sharpen. As a san-mai stainless-clad construction, the reactive carbon core requires drying after use to prevent rust. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from dyed and stabilised blue curly maple with a stainless steel ferrule for durability and balance. Spine thickness measures 2.3mm at the heel, tapering to 0.5mm at the tip, supporting deliberate tip-led cutting techniques. Produced by Hatsukokoro in Hyogo, this Kaijin line delivers functional performance through straightforward aesthetics without additional design features.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274672619741,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-KGY21-OTMPSS","price":198.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2K-tipGyuto210-20260118-01.jpg?v=1768696271"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-gyuto-210mm-migaki-curly-maple-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Gyuto 240mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Gyuto 240mm is a stainless-clad Japanese chef's knife featuring Aogami #2 carbon steel core and a blue curly maple handle, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking high-performance cutting tools. This 240mm gyuto profile serves as a general-purpose blade suitable for mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables, slicing meat, and disjointing large cuts in professional or enthusiast kitchen environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe san-mai stainless clad construction protects the reactive Blue 2 carbon steel core, which measures 61-63 HRC and contains 1.1% carbon with added chromium and tungsten for improved toughness and edge retention. The migaki surface finish presents a polished aesthetic on this double bevel blade, which measures 2.2mm at the heel spine and tapers to 0.5mm at the tip. Weighing 182g with a 51mm heel height, the knife features an octagonal WA handle crafted from stabilised blue curly maple with a stainless steel ferrule that enhances durability and balance during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274674225373,"sku":"HST-KAJNB2-GY24-OTMPSS","price":268.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2Gyuto240-20260118-03.jpg?v=1768696839"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-k-tip-gyuto-240mm-migaki-curly-maple","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 K-tip Gyuto 240mm Migaki Curly Maple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 K-tip Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel chef’s knife with an angled kiritsuke-style tip, best fit for professionals and enthusiasts requiring precise push-cutting performance in a stainless-clad carbon steel blade. This 240mm profile features a flatter edge optimised for clean slicing strokes and long cuts, while the sharply defined K-tip excels at scoring, detailing, and picking tasks. The Migaki polished finish presents a plain aesthetic with a sandblasted bevel, prioritising function over decorative elements within the Kaijin line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core is Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel hardened to 61–63 HRC, offering improved toughness and edge retention through added chromium and tungsten. This san-mai construction uses stainless cladding to protect the reactive carbon core, though the exposed edge requires drying after use to prevent rust. Weighing 177g with a spine measuring 2.4mm at the heel, the knife pairs this geometry with a stabilised blue curly maple octagonal handle and stainless steel ferrule. 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