{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kokugei-aogami-super-santoku-165mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Kokugei Blue 1 Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Kokugei Blue 1 Santoku 165mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and students seeking high-carbon performance in a compact profile. This blade features Aogami #1 steel with a reactive soft iron clad san-mai construction and kurouchi surface finish, measuring 167mm tip-to-heel with a 45mm heel height. The spine measures 3.1mm at the heel, tapering to 1.7mm at the middle and near the tip, while the knife weighs 143g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #1 carbon steel achieves 61-64 HRC and requires immediate drying after use to prevent rust, developing a protective patina over time. The santoku profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks with a less aggressive tip geometry that offers control during chopping. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a traditional wa-style grip with fine texture and durability. As part of the Kokugei line, this knife prioritises value through functional specifications and traditional forging methods from Hatsukokoro's Hyogo-based network of craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44218095435997,"sku":"HT-KSAGASSK-ST165","price":130000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroKokugeiBlue1Santoku165mma.jpg?v=1715144708","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/en\/products\/hatsukokoro-kokugei-aogami-super-santoku-165mm","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}