Hitohira Hinode Nashiji White #2 Santoku 180mm Quince Handle

Hitohira Hinode knives are amongst our most prized series we have in the shop. Made by 4th generation blacksmith Mutsumi Hinoura in Sanjo, Niigata. The Hinode series is made with Shirogami #2 with an iron or stainless cladding. Hinoura’s heat treatment makes for a wonderful, easy to sharpen and long lasting steel. The edge retention is one of the best of the white twos we’ve come across. This is not only because of the steel quality but for a good part because of the grind. These knives are trademarked by their narrow wide bevel grind with amazing consistency. With this flat geometry it is also a treat to thin and polish on stones.
These are thin but very strong, easy to sharpen and easy to maintain knives with excellent cutting performance.

The edge retention is one of the best of the white twos we’ve come across. This is not only because of the steel quality but for a good part because of the grind. These knives are trademarked by their narrow wide bevel grind with amazing consistency. With this flat geometry it is also a treat to thin and polish on stones.
These knives have a steady feel to them, they’re strong but thin behind the edge for super clean and precise cuts. We carry multiple knives by Hinoura San, a variety of shapes and finishes. Restocks expected every 5-6 months.