{"product_id":"products-kisuke-blue-2-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-kaishin-custom","title":"Kisuke Blue #2 Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm with Kaishin Custom Ebony Handle \u0026 Saya","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA special Kisuke Blue #2 Kiritsuke Gyuto featuring a custom ebony handle and handcrafted magnolia saya by Kaishin (Nakamura Knives).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForged by fifth-generation knife maker Kisuke Manaka in Sanjo, Niigata, this one-of-a-kind piece brings together the craftsmanship of two Japanese makers — Kisuke Manaka and Kaishin — in one exceptional knife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelected by Mikazuki Knives for its combination of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, Blue #2 carbon steel, and refined custom finishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Kisuke (Manaka Hamono)\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Sanjo, Niigata, Japan\u003cbr\u003eSteel: Blue Paper Steel No.2 (Aogami #2) with soft iron cladding (Warikomi)\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Tsuchime\u003cbr\u003eBlade Type: Kiritsuke Gyuto\u003cbr\u003eBevel: Double\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 240mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height (Heel): 57\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHRC: Approx. 63\u003cbr\u003eHandle: Custom ebony wood handle with white buffalo horn by Kaishin (Nakamura Knives)\u003cbr\u003eSaya: Matching handcrafted magnolia wood saya by Kaishin (Nakamura Knives)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKisuke Manaka is a fifth-generation Japanese knife maker based in Sanjo, Niigata, a region with a long history of metalworking and craftsmanship.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Blue #2 Gyuto is forged, sharpened, and finished by Kisuke Manaka using traditional techniques, reflecting his experience and dedication to Japanese knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features a custom ebony handle and handcrafted magnolia saya by Kaishin (Nakamura Knives), adding balance, refinement, and a unique finishing touch to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handmade knife has its own character, with natural variations in finish, hammer marks, and wood grain. These details are part of the beauty of handcrafted Japanese knives and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected by Mikazuki Knives, this piece represents our commitment to connecting Australian cooks with Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Steel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAogami No.2 (Blue Steel #2) is a high-carbon steel known for its excellent balance of hardness, toughness, and edge retention.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife features a Blue Paper Steel No.2 core with a softer iron cladding, a traditional Japanese construction known as Warikomi. The hard steel core provides long-lasting sharpness, while the softer outer layer creates the unique character and appearance of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a high-carbon steel, it is not stainless and will rust if left wet or exposed to moisture. Always wipe and dry the blade thoroughly after use. For long-term storage, applying a thin layer of oil is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDo not cut, hit, or chop frozen foods or bones, as the blade may chip or break.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash with warm water and dry immediately with a towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular sharpening with whetstones is recommended to maintain performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are under the age of 18 years, you cannot place orders with Mikazuki Knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mikazuki Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51473883005223,"sku":null,"price":698.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/8314\/3975\/files\/952D73B2-0564-420E-81BF-DC8675B3ACFE.jpg?v=1786326659","url":"https:\/\/mikazuki-knives.com\/products\/products-kisuke-blue-2-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-kaishin-custom","provider":"Mikazuki Knives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}