{"product_id":"nao-yamamoto-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-210mm-heart-shaped-ironwood-marble-horn-handle","title":"Nao Yamamoto Blue Super Kurouchi Damascus Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eNao Yamamoto is a traditional blacksmith based in Takefu Knife Village, Echizen. He trained under the late \u003cstrong\u003eMasami Asai\u003c\/strong\u003e, later worked under \u003cstrong\u003eShiro Kamo at Kamotou Hamono\u003c\/strong\u003e, and received his \u003cstrong\u003eDento Kougeishi\u003c\/strong\u003e certification in 2019. He also carries on the \u003cstrong\u003eEchizen Marukatsu\u003c\/strong\u003e lineage passed down from Masami Asai. His knives tend to show a more traditional approach to forging — substantial construction, strong taper and plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 210mm Gyuto is a perfect example. At around \u003cstrong\u003e242g\u003c\/strong\u003e, the spine starts at an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e5.0mm at the heel\u003c\/strong\u003e, measures around \u003cstrong\u003e3.7mm through the middle\u003c\/strong\u003e, then tapers dramatically to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.0mm near the tip\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is very much a \u003cstrong\u003eworkhorse\u003c\/strong\u003e, but one built around a strong distal taper rather than simply being thick from heel to tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial heel gives the knife weight, stability and authority through larger vegetables and dense produce, while the front section becomes progressively lighter and more precise. The thin tip remains agile for onions, shallots and finer work, giving the knife far more versatility than its weight might suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Super core\u003c\/strong\u003e provides excellent edge retention and a crisp, aggressive edge, while the kurouchi Damascus finish gives the blade a distinctly hand-forged appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an actual cutting edge of around \u003cstrong\u003e217mm\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e49mm heel height\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a compact but substantial Gyuto — a true Echizen workhorse defined by its weight, taper and powerful cutting feel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nao Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67714202829021,"sku":"NY-ASKUDM-GY210","price":547000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_9656.jpg?v=1790560108","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/products\/nao-yamamoto-aogami-super-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-210mm-heart-shaped-ironwood-marble-horn-handle","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}