Santoku with an 180 mm long blade. This knife features a handle made of octagonal walnut with a ferrule in black buffalo horn.

Core steel: Aogami Super (64 HRC)
Cladding: Stainless steel 
Weight: 177 grams
Thickness at base: 4.5 mm
Thickness middle spine: 1.8 mm
Blade height at heel: 52 mm
Edge length: 181 mm

Note: Measurements and weight may vary slightly as the knife is hand-forged.

Hinoura is one of the most popular blacksmiths in Japan, crafting knives in the small town of Sanjo in western Japan. All knives are hot-forged by hand, and no blade leaves Hinoura's hands until it is razor-sharp and forged to perfection. In this series, Aogami Super carbon steel is used, hardened to 64 HRC. It is a very hard carbon steel that holds its sharpness well and takes a razor-sharp edge. Hinoura's knives are extremely popular, and the delivery time is quite long.

The blade finish is called nashiji kurouchi, providing a raw and beautiful surface with a black-oxidized appearance. The handle is octagonal.

Note: Carbon steel is not stainless. Over time, the blade will develop a beautiful patina, although the black kurouchi finish provides good protection. If the blade is left in moisture, rust may occur. Also, keep in mind that the thin and hard blade can be damaged if used on hard ingredients, bones, or frozen food.