{"title":"Line Collection For Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kouki-aogami-2-blue-2-kurouchi-bunka-150mm","title":"Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Bunka 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 150mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and gift buyers seeking a pointier Santoku profile with reactive carbon steel performance. Made by Kouki Hashimoto, this 150mm blade features Aogami #2 steel at 61–63 HRC in a san-mai soft iron clad construction with a kurouchi surface finish. The Bunka shape combines a straighter edge with a reverse tanto tip, facilitating slicing, dicing, and chopping of fruits, vegetables, and meats while enabling precision tasks like julienning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis non-stainless clad blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust, as the reactive carbon steel core contains 1.1% carbon and 0.35% chromium. The geometry measures 3.7mm at the heel, tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, and is noted as thin behind the edge. Weighing 137g with a 45mm heel height, the knife pairs this cutting profile with an octagonal teak handle and black buffalo horn ferrule. Aogami #2 offers ease of sharpening and resistance to chipping, providing distinct tactile feedback through the traditional wa-handle construction during everyday kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kouki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47695341027549,"sku":"KK_B2KU_BU150","price":149.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_3397.jpg?v=1774236685"},{"product_id":"kouki-aogami-2-blue-2kurouchi-gyuto-150mm","title":"Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Gyuto 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi Gyuto 150mm is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife featuring Aogami #2 carbon steel and soft iron san-mai cladding, best fit for enthusiasts seeking a compact general-purpose blade with traditional reactive construction. Made by Kouki Hashimoto, this gyuto measures 152mm in edge length and weighs 145g, performing mincing, slicing, and chopping tasks across vegetables and meat. The kurouchi surface finish covers the blade, while the geometry remains thin behind the edge to support precise cutting work in a smaller format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 steel achieves 61-63 HRC hardness and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention over simpler carbon steels. This reactive carbon core requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust, as the soft iron cladding is not stainless. Sharpening responds well to whetstones due to the steel composition, offering resistance to chipping during routine kitchen prep. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule, providing a durable grip that balances the 145g total weight for controlled handling during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kouki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47695430975709,"sku":"KK_B2KU_GY150","price":149.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_3411.jpg?v=1774237411"},{"product_id":"kouki-aogami-2-blue-2kurouchi-santoku-150mm","title":"Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Santoku 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 150mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and gift buyers seeking a compact everyday blade. Forged by Kouki Hashimoto, this santoku features Aogami #2 carbon steel with a kurouchi surface finish and measures 150mm in edge length. The profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience with a less aggressive tip geometry that appeals to home cooks requiring precise control during food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis san-mai construction uses soft iron cladding over a reactive carbon core, meaning the blade requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust. The Aogami #2 steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining ease of sharpening. Measuring 3.9mm at the heel and tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, the blade is thin behind the edge for efficient cutting performance. Weighing 112g with a 46mm heel height, it pairs with an octagonal WA special handle crafted by the maker. This combination delivers excellent performance in a budget-friendly package for users comfortable maintaining reactive high-carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kouki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47695510634717,"sku":"KK_B2KU_STK150","price":149.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_3423.jpg?v=1774237764"},{"product_id":"kouki-blue2-kurouchi-petty-135mm","title":"Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Petty 135mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kouki Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 150mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and gift buyers seeking a compact everyday blade. Forged by Kouki Hashimoto, this santoku features Aogami #2 carbon steel with a kurouchi surface finish and measures 150mm in edge length. The profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience with a less aggressive tip geometry that appeals to home cooks requiring precise control during food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis san-mai construction uses soft iron cladding over a reactive carbon core, meaning the blade requires immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust. The Aogami #2 steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining ease of sharpening. Measuring 3.9mm at the heel and tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, the blade is thin behind the edge for efficient cutting performance. Weighing 112g with a 46mm heel height, it pairs with an octagonal WA special handle crafted by the maker. This combination delivers excellent performance in a budget-friendly package for users comfortable maintaining reactive high-carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kouki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48125938827485,"sku":"KK_B2KU_PT135","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_7652.jpg?v=1783318912"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/line-collection-for-kouki-blue-2-kurouchi.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}