{"title":"Steel Collection For AUS-8","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tsunehira-aus8-tsuchime-sujihiki-240mm-brown-western-handle","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Tsuchime Sujihiki 240mm Brown Western Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Tsunehisa AUS-8 Tsuchime Sujihiki 240mm is a stainless clad slicer with a brown Western pakka wood handle, best fit for first-timers and students seeking an accessible Japanese slicing knife. The 246mm edge length and double bevel suit general slicing tasks, while the slim profile reduces surface contact with soft proteins to minimise friction during long drawing cuts through meat, terrines, or patés.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade features san-mai stainless clad construction with an AUS-8 core hardened to 57–59 HRC, offering corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening. A Tsuchime finish paired with a sandblasted Kasumi texture creates visual interest at the shinogi line where a wave-shaped mask defines the junction between blade surface and bevel. Spine thickness measures 1.7mm at the heel, tapering to 1.0mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeighing 147g with a 34mm heel height, this knife has a full tang design secured by a metal bolster and brown pakka wood handle. Pakka wood comprises laminated wood and resin, forming a dense material that pairs with the bolster for structural support. Finished by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this value-focused model sources regional Japanese craftsmanship to provide consistent quality for household use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46434796994781,"sku":"TNHS_A8TS_SU24_BRN","price":199.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TsunehiraAUS8TsuchimeSujihiki240mmBrownWesternHandlea.jpg?v=1747366027"},{"product_id":"tsunehira-aus8-tsuchime-santoku-180-mm-brown-western-handle","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Tsuchime Santoku 180 mm Western Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa AUS8 Tsuchime Santoku 180 mm Western Handle is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for first-timers and students seeking an accessible entry point into Japanese cutlery. Finished by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this blade features AUS-8 stainless steel with a Tsuchime hammered texture and sandblasted Kasumi finish, creating a distinct wave pattern at the Shinogi line. The 180 mm Santoku profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience for home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis sanmai stainless-clad construction pairs with a full tang Western Pakka wood handle featuring a metal bolster, weighing 169 g with a heel height of 46 mm. AUS-8 steel measures 57–59 HRC and contains molybdenum and vanadium for enhanced strength and corrosion resistance, making it easy to sharpen and maintain. The blade spine tapers from 2.0 mm at the heel to 1.0 mm at the tip, supporting precise cutting motion while remaining approachable for less experienced users requiring straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":47096142463197,"sku":"TNHS_A8TS_SA16_BRN-1","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":47096142495965,"sku":"TNHS_A8TS_SA16_BRN-2","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_1833.jpg?v=1747373356"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-aus8-yanagiba-240mm-monosteel","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 240mm Monosteel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 240mm is a single-bevel monosteel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers and students requiring an accessible entry point into raw fish preparation. Finished by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this blade features a Migaki surface finish and measures 235mm in edge length with a heel height of 33mm. The spine tapers from 3.0mm at the heel to 1.3mm at the tip, supporting the precise slicing geometry required for sashimi and seafood without unnecessary bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed entirely from AUS-8 stainless steel, this monosteel blade offers corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening suited to developing users. The steel contains 0.7% carbon, 13% chromium, and traces of molybdenum and vanadium, achieving a hardness between 57 and 59 HRC. Weighing 152g, the knife pairs with a traditional octagonal WA handle crafted from Kashi Japanese White Oak. This handle profile provides stability and durability for single-bevel operation, featuring no ferrule or spacer to maintain a direct connection between the wood and the full-tang monosteel construction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46643360071901,"sku":"TNHS-AUS8-YA240KS","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TsunehisaAUS8Yanagiba240mmMonoKashi-20250806-05.jpg?v=1754459641"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-aus8-yanagiba-247mm-monosteel","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 270mm Monosteel Kashi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 270mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife in monosteel AUS-8 stainless steel, best fit for first-timers and students requiring a dedicated raw fish slicer. This 270mm blade features a migaki surface finish and measures 264mm in edge length with a heel height of 35mm. The spine thickness is 2.9mm at the heel and mid-section, tapering to 1.2mm at the tip, while the total weight is 178g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUS-8 stainless steel offers corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening with a hardness range of 57-59 HRC. As a monosteel construction without cladding, this blade consists of one solid piece of stainless steel throughout. The handle is crafted from Kashi Japanese White Oak in an octagonal WA profile without a ferrule or spacer. Takayuki Shibata finishes this knife as part of the value-focused Tsunehisa line, which sources blades from specialist workshops across Sakai, Tosa, and Echizen to provide consistent regional quality at accessible price points.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46643451461853,"sku":"TNHS-AUS8-YA270KS","price":161.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TsunehisaAUS8Yanagiba270mmMonoKashiYaki-20250806-05.jpg?v=1754461845"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-aus8-k-tip-yanagiba-270mm-monosteel","title":"Tsunehisa Ginsan K-tip Yanagiba 270mm Monosteel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa K-tip Yanagiba 270mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife in AUS-8 monosteel construction, best fit for first-timers and students requiring a dedicated raw fish slicer. This Kiritsuke variant features a defined tip and flatter profile that enhances slicing capability while enabling fine cutting work with the front section of the blade. The 270mm length suits home use for preparing sashimi and sushi, providing the reach necessary for long draw cuts through seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUS-8 stainless steel offers balanced properties with added molybdenum and vanadium for strength and corrosion resistance. This monosteel blade measures 3.0mm at the heel and tapers to 1.1mm at the tip, weighing 175g with a 264mm edge length. The D-shaped ho wood handle with black buffalo horn ferrule is directional and pre-installed for right-hand operation. Finished by Takayuki Shibata as part of his value-focused portfolio, this knife sources regional Japanese craftsmanship to provide functional performance in a no-nonsense format suitable for learning traditional single-bevel techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46643464143069,"sku":"TNHS-Ginsan-KYA270HO","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TsunehisaAUS8K-tipYanagiba270mmMonoHoWood-20250806-05.jpg?v=1754462932"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-aus8-tsuchime-gyuto-180-mm-western-handle","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Tsuchime Gyuto 180 mm Western Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Tsunehisa AUS-8 Tsuchime Gyuto 180 mm with Western handle is a stainless-clad chef's knife best fit for first-timers and students seeking an accessible entry point into Japanese cutlery. Finished by Takayuki Shibata in Fukuyama, this double-bevel blade features san-mai stainless construction with a Tsuchime surface finish and sandblasted Kasumi texture. The wave-shaped mask at the shinogi line creates a distinct visual pattern where the blade surface meets the bevel, while the 184 mm edge length suits general-purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AUS-8 steel core measures 57-59 HRC and offers corrosion resistance with ease of sharpening, making it practical for less experienced users. This full tang knife weighs 157 g and features a Western Pakka wood handle with a metal bolster, providing a dense laminate grip that differs from natural timber. The blade spine measures 1.8 mm at the heel, tapering to 0.9 mm at the tip, with a 42 mm heel height. As part of Shibata's value-focused portfolio, this gyuto sources regional Japanese forging expertise finished to a consistent standard, delivering functional performance for household use without requiring specialized maintenance routines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":47093837463773,"sku":"TNHS_A8TS_GYT180_RED-1","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":47093837496541,"sku":"TNHS_A8TS_GYT180_RED-2","price":169.96,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TsunehisaAUS8TsuchimeGyuto180mmRedWesternHandle1.jpg?v=1765255080"},{"product_id":"tsunehisa-aus8-yanagiba-300mm-monosteel-kashi","title":"Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 300mm Monosteel Kashi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa AUS8 Yanagiba 300mm Monosteel Kashi is a single-bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers and students requiring a dedicated tool for slicing raw fish. This 300mm blade features AUS-8 stainless steel in a full monosteel construction with a migaki surface finish. The long, slender profile facilitates precision cuts for sushi and seafood preparation, while the specific steel composition offers balanced properties suitable for less experienced users learning single-bevel maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAUS-8 stainless steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains molybdenum and vanadium for enhanced strength and corrosion resistance. This monosteel build eliminates cladding layers, presenting one solid piece of steel that sharpens easily and resists rust during kitchen service. The knife weighs 196g with a spine thickness of 3.0mm at the heel, tapering to 0.8mm at the tip along its 293mm edge length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn octagonal wa handle crafted from Kashi Japanese white oak provides stability and durability without a ferrule or spacer. Takayuki Shibata finishes this knife as part of his value-focused portfolio, sourcing regional craftsmanship to deliver consistent standards. The traditional hardwood handle pairs with the functional blade geometry to support the specific drawing cut motion required for clean sashimi slices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47291664761053,"sku":"TNHS-AUS8-YA300KS","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_0280.jpg?v=1769056944"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/en\/collections\/steel-collection-for-aus-8.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}