{"title":"Line Collection For Hatsukokoro By Yoshihiro Yauji Ginga ATS-34 Mirror Damascus","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-nakiri-165mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Nakiri 165mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji in Takefu, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise push cuts. This 165mm blade features ATS34 stainless steel with a mirror-polished san-mai stainless damascus clad construction. The nakiri profile has a relatively flat edge designed for straight, clean chopping through vegetables without rocking, ensuring full board contact to prevent food from remaining connected after the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 steel measures 60-61 HRC and offers toughness and corrosion resistance as a high-carbon stainless alloy manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel. The blade is thin behind the edge and tapers from 2.6mm at the heel to 1.3mm near the tip, weighing 169g with a 53mm heel height. An octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable timber grip with fine texture and deep brown coloration. As a certified traditional craftsman operating solo at his Kutsurogi workshop, Yauji handles every production step including forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening entirely by himself for this Ginga line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44551594049757,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-NA165","price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/7CR08641.jpg?v=1707643423"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-santoku-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Santoku 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji in Takefu, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a nimble stainless blade with artistic mirror damascus cladding. This 180mm santoku features an ATS34 stainless steel core manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC, and constructed in san-mai stainless damascus clad with a mirror polish surface finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 provides high corrosion resistance and toughness, while the thin geometry behind the edge supports precise slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks common to the santoku profile. The blade measures 3.2mm at the heel spine, tapering to 1.0mm near the tip, with a 51mm heel height and 184mm edge length. An octagonal Black Chacate handle pairs with this construction, contributing to a total weight of 157g. As a certified traditional craftsman operating a solo workshop, Yauji performs all forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening steps himself for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44551594082525,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-ST180","price":469.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2818.jpg?v=1772683050"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-petty-150mm-dyed-birch","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Petty 150mm Dyed Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Petty 150mm by Yoshihiro Yauji is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts performing precision peeling, trimming, and detail work. Forged in Takefu by a certified traditional craftsman operating a solo workshop, this double bevel blade features an ATS34 stainless steel core with mirror-polished stainless damascus cladding. The 150mm edge length suits intricate tasks such as deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes, functioning as a smaller Japanese utility profile for general purpose kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 stainless steel offers corrosion resistance and toughness within a san-mai stainless damascus construction that requires standard care. The blade measures 2.5mm at the heel spine and tapers to 0.6mm at the tip, weighing 90g total. An octagonal stabilised birch burl handle provides a distinct grain texture and durable grip for in-hand peeling or board work. This petty knife combines functional geometry with artistic mirror finishing from one of Echizen's youngest traditional craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44651003543773,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-PT150BB","price":369.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroGingaATS34DamascusPetty150mmD.jpg?v=1710033466"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-gyuto-240mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 240 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 240 mm is a stainless clad chef's knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji that best fits professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a nimble blade with artistic mirror damascus cladding. This 240 mm gyuto features an ATS34 stainless steel core hardened to 60-61 HRC, offering toughness and corrosion resistance within a san-mai stainless damascus construction. The blade has a double bevel geometry and measures 2.7 mm at the spine, tapering to 0.9 mm near the tip for thinness behind the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoshihiro Yauji handles forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening entirely solo at his Kutsurogi workshop in Takefu Knife Village. As Echizen's youngest certified traditional craftsman, he earned this designation after 16 years of training under Kitaoka Hideo before establishing his independent operation in 2021. The knife pairs this craftsmanship with a stabilised birch burl octagonal handle featuring intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through meticulous stabilisation. Weighing 165 g with a 50 mm heel height, this general-purpose gyuto suits mincing, slicing, and chopping tasks while the mirror polish finish requires maintenance to preserve its appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44651100045533,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-GY240BB","price":549.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroGinganATS34DamascusGyuto240mmD.jpg?v=1710039935"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-gyuto-210mm-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a stainless clad chef's knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji that best fits professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a nimble blade with artistic mirror polish detailing. This 210mm gyuto features an ATS34 stainless steel core manufactured by Hitachi Special Steel, hardened to 60-61 HRC within a sanmai stainless damascus clad construction. The double bevel profile measures 3.2mm at the heel, tapering to 2.2mm at mid and 0.8mm at the tip, with a 49mm heel height and 213mm edge length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 provides corrosion resistance and toughness in a stainless composition containing 1.0% carbon, 13.5% chromium, and 4.0% molybdenum. The blade weighs 194g and features a mirror polished surface finish that requires maintenance to preserve its appearance. An octagonal wa handle crafted from stabilised birch burl pairs with this geometry, offering natural grain patterns enhanced through stabilisation for durability. Yoshihiro Yauji, Echizen's youngest certified traditional craftsman, handles forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening entirely solo at his Kutsurogi workshop in Takefu Knife Village.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45677879066845,"sku":"HS-GINGAATS34DM-GY210BR","price":529.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2717.jpg?v=1772682623"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginga-ats34-damascus-bunka-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Bunka 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Bunka 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji that best fits professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a stainless blade with a pointed tip for precision tasks. This 180mm Bunka profile features a straighter edge and reverse tanto tip suited for slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. The blade is constructed from ATS34 stainless steel with a mirror-polished stainless Damascus clad san-mai construction, measuring 50mm tall at the heel and tapering from 3.0mm at the spine to 0.9mm near the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eATS34 steel offers corrosion resistance and toughness in a fully stainless package that does not require reactive care routines. The mirror polish finish provides an artistic aesthetic, though this surface can be difficult to maintain over time. Weighing 157g, the knife pairs with an octagonal Black Chacate handle known for its fine texture and durability. Yoshihiro Yauji handles every production step including forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening entirely by himself at his Kutsurogi workshop in Takefu Knife Village, having earned traditional craftsman certification after sixteen years of training.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47535230386397,"sku":"HT-GINGAATS34-BK180","price":489.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2564_0db56564-6fae-4c75-9105-bba2e5dbb973.jpg?v=1772503988"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/line-collection-for-hatsukokoro-ginga.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}