{"product_id":"ik00044","title":"HATSU HAJIME Walnut Octagon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\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=\"\"\u003eThe Basic Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Petty knife (Tomoeba blade) by Yuji Totani, a traditional craftsman from Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotani-san highly values \"a minimal and quiet aesthetic that fits into modern life,\" \"the lightness unique to Echizen forged knives,\" and \"ease of use that complements any dish.\"\u003cbr\u003eThe design, handled by Kairi Eguchi, is simple and fits comfortably in the hand, and the pleasant ease with which it cuts through any ingredient conveys the desire for it to be a long-lasting basic knife.\u003cbr\u003eWith a resharpening service available, there's also peace of mind in continuous use.\u003cbr\u003eIt's such an exquisite item that you might involuntarily murmur, \"Nice to meet you,\" when you hold this beautifully minimalist knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e＞癶 -HATSU- \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/sharpening-four\/products\/ik00043\" title=\"癶 -HATSU- Santoku Walnut Octagonal\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eSantoku Walnut Octagonal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/sharpening-four\/products\/ik00044\" title=\"癶 -HATSU- Tomoeba Walnut Octagonal\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eTomoeba Walnut Octagonal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06574_063825cb-ba30-40f6-abca-2ecde22e6bd2.jpg?v=1740729505\" alt=\"\"\u003e癶(HATSU)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe radical \"癶 (hatsugashira)\" that \"HATSU\" takes as its motif is said to embody the meaning of \"standing with both feet together when starting something.\"\u003cbr\u003eThe moment the user picks up the knife, the story of \"cooking\" begins.\u003cbr\u003eAnd a new challenge for Totani-san begins, introducing the traditional craft of Echizen forged knives to more people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife, named \"癶\" with thoughts of various \"beginnings,\" is perfect for celebrating friends' milestones, housewarmings, and other moments of new beginnings, making it an appealing gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC06565_f1e452a3-5d54-4d18-aead-7db2fd4880ca.jpg?v=1740717471\"\u003eThe Tomoeba blade offers stability and maneuverability.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Tomoeba\" (巴刃) is a mini-knife that combines the best features of a small Santoku and a petty knife.\u003cbr\u003eMeaning \"something that possesses two characteristics equally,\" it incorporates the maneuverability of a petty knife based on the solid sharpness of a small Santoku knife.\u003cbr\u003eIts blade, which tapers towards the tip, allows for stable cutting of large ingredients and is a hybrid of a small Santoku and a petty knife, capable of intricate cutting and peeling.\u003cbr\u003eLightweight and compact, as is characteristic of Echizen forged knives, it allows for easy application of force and is useful in various situations with just one knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen actually peeling oranges or kiwis, it fits stably in the hand whether you place your finger on the base of the blade or grip it firmly, allowing for free and smooth handling and thin peeling without stress.\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to peeling, it also frequently comes in handy for cutting small ingredients like cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.\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\"\u003e\"Sharpener\" Yuji Totani\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotani-san continues to create blades daily at Takefu Knife Village as a \"sharpener,\" handling the sharpening and finishing of various blades, including double-edged knives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hibinokoto A knife that shows the beginning\" href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/vol-15\"\u003eMore details about Takefu Knife Village can be found in \"Hibinokoto\".\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe inherited the family business that was familiar to him since birth, established \"Sharpening four,\" and launched his own brand \"癶 (HATSU)\" in 2023, imbued with his aspirations.　\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Totani-san, blades 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 area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA knife is not just a tool; it is a gift infused with Totani-san's aspirations, fostering connections with like-minded individuals, contributing to the development of the production area, and creating new value for the future.\u003cbr\u003eI believe that because Totani-san is involved in craftsmanship alongside us users, dedicates himself to perfecting knives, and continuously confronts the environment around him without compromise, he continues to produce essential goods.\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\"\u003eIncrease dining satisfaction 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 days when I feel like \"Today, I'll try a slightly more serious dish!\"\u003cbr\u003eUsing a Hatsu knife, it feels like I can prevent excess water and umami from escaping from the cut surfaces of ingredients, keeping their flavor and texture in better condition, significantly improving the dish's finish and the satisfaction of eating it.\u003cbr\u003eOf course, I use it for daily cooking, but when I see a magnificent fish and want to gut 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 cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy not use a Hatsu knife to try a different recipe than usual, create a menu centered around the ingredients of that moment, and incorporate newness into your life?\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【Care Instructions】\u003cbr\u003eWe also offer resharpening and repair services.\u003cbr\u003eFor inquiries, please click \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Amenoie Contact\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-6b0734cf-7fff-3dcd-376a-c744558661bd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sharpening four","offers":[{"title":"Default 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