{"product_id":"ik00043","title":"Hatsu Santoku Walnut Octagon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06517_bd158d7a-e35e-477b-a244-e8fdec6b20ed.jpg?v=1740717488\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA Basic Kitchen Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a santoku knife by Yuji Totani, a traditional craftsman from Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Totani values a \"minimalist and quiet presence that fits into modern life,\" \"the lightness unique to Echizen uchihamono,\" and \"ease of use that suits any dish.\"\u003cbr\u003eThe design, handled by Kairi Eguchi, is simple and fits comfortably in the hand, and the ease with which it effortlessly cuts any ingredient conveys the desire for it to be a long-lasting basic knife.\u003cbr\u003eResharpening services are also available, providing peace of mind for continued use.\u003cbr\u003eThis exquisite knife, with its beautifully uncluttered appearance, is one that will make you instinctively murmur, \"It's a pleasure to meet you.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e＞癶 -HATSU-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/products\/ik00043\" title=\"癶 -HATSU- 三徳 ウォルナット 八角\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eSantoku Walnut Octagonal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/products\/ik00044\" title=\"癶 -HATSU- 巴刃 ウォルナット 八角\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eTomoe-ba Walnut Octagonal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06577_ae527c10-b26c-4651-92a7-23b6668892a7-23b666887d0e.jpg?v=1740717469\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHatsu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe radical \"発 (hatsu),\" which \"HATSU\" is based on, is said to contain the meaning of \"standing with both feet together when starting something.\"\u003cbr\u003eThe moment a user picks up the knife, the story of \"cooking\" begins.\u003cbr\u003eMr. Totani's new challenge to make the traditional craft of Echizen uchihamono known to more people also begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife, named \"Hatsu\" with thoughts of various \"beginnings,\" is perfect for celebrating friends' milestones, housewarmings, and other starting points, making it a desirable gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06558_ed399f07-e874-47e1-b0b5-3fc1f942ae4e.jpg?v=1740717483\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn octagonal santoku knife combining rust resistance, sharpness, and toughness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \"Washiki Santoku knife\" combines the best of both Japanese and Western styles.\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is a versatile \"double-edged\" type that can be used for any ingredient, and its unique Western-style shape is easy to use for both right-handed individuals like myself and left-handed people.\u003cbr\u003eThe handle, on the other hand, adopts the shape of a Japanese knife, characterized by its lightness and soft texture, which retains the unique qualities of wood. The well-balanced weight between the blade and handle makes it comfortable to use for long periods without tiring your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile steel is considered ideal for blades, it is difficult to maintain and prone to rust.\u003cbr\u003eTherefore, by adopting a three-layer steel structure including stainless steel, this knife achieves rust resistance, sharpness, and toughness, offering high cost performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt boasts excellent sharpness, capable of thinly slicing any ingredient, from soft ripe tomatoes to hard apples.\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, it smoothly separates shredded cabbage, preserving the original texture of ingredients and allowing you to enjoy the freshness of vegetables as they are.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/6920ca04f74372be17c9948366370710_3dd1e5a8-4663-456f-9259-818c13e78d13.jpg?v=1740725893\"\u003eYuji Totani, the \"Sharpener\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Totani is a \"sharpener\" who handles the sharpening and resharpening of various cutting tools, including double-edged knives, and continuously produces blades at Takefu Knife Village.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"ヒビノコト　はじまりを魅せる包丁「癶 -HATSU-」\" href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/vol-15\"\u003eYou can find more details about Takefu Knife Village in \"Hibinokoto.\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe inherited the family business, which he had been familiar with since birth, established \"Sharpening four,\" and in 2023, launched his brand \"HATSU,\" imbued with his own aspirations.　\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Mr. Totani, cutting tools and knives are a means to connect with people around the world, work with colleagues, and inspire possibilities and dreams for craftsmanship in the region and production areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA knife is not just a tool; it is a gift infused with Mr. Totani's passion, creating connections with like-minded individuals, fostering the development of production areas, and bringing new value to the future.\u003cbr\u003eI believe that Mr. Totani's dedication to craftsmanship, working alongside us users, and his relentless pursuit of mastery in knife-making, without compromising on his surrounding environment, is precisely what allows him to continuously create authentic products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06509_40d45830-ff0b-4b7f-bcc0-1f4a35cdea14.jpg?v=1740717485\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEnhance your dining experience with a good knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also want to enjoy the changes in my daily life that I feel with the changing seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, on a day when I feel like \"Today, I'll try making something a little more authentic!\"\u003cbr\u003eUsing a Hatsu knife, I feel that it prevents excess moisture and umami from flowing out of the cut surfaces of ingredients, keeping their flavor and texture in better condition, significantly improving the dish's finish and satisfaction when eaten.\u003cbr\u003eOf course, I use it for everyday cooking too, but when I see an impressive fish and want to fillet it, or when I encounter a vegetable I've never seen before, I feel a little excited even if I think it might be difficult to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not try new recipes with a Hatsu knife and incorporate a fresh approach into your daily life by creating meals that highlight the ingredients of the moment?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e【About maintenance】\u003cbr\u003eWe also offer resharpening and repair services.\u003cbr\u003eFor inquiries, please \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/pages\/contact\" title=\"アメノイエ　お問い合わせ\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e------------------------------------\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sharpening four","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50243189539137,"sku":null,"price":19800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06570.jpg?v=1740572432","url":"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/en\/products\/ik00043","provider":"アメノイエ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}