{"title":"Tetsujin Test","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-tanryusen-gyuto-210mm-240mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Tanryusen Gyuto 210mm \/ 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eK\u0026amp;S is pleased to bring the highly regarded Tetsujin (鉄人作) brand to our customers. More excitingly, we are also among the first resellers to introduce you the Tanryusen (鍛流線) Blue 2 line. Tanryusen literally translates into \"the forged wave line\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think this pic below is \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eself-explanatory: the Tanryusen features some highly visible forging cloud on the iron cladding, very similar to the much loved and elusive Shigefusa cloud. The difference is that, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eften this type of forging lines are found on knives cladded with old wrought iron, which are usually rare and expensive; in contrast, the cladding cloud on Tanryusen is formed by great forging and sharpening techniques of\u003c\/span\u003e the makers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(the highly visible cloud on the cladding of the Tetsujin Tanryusen line, resulted from Tetsujin's masterful forging and sharpening skills\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case you are not familar with the Tetsujin brand, it is a collaboration between two friends and colleagues: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToru Tamura and Naohito Myojin of Myojin Riki. It is famously\u003c\/span\u003e carried by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/tetsujin\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKonosuke Sakai as a sub-brand\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Naohito Myojin (明神 \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e直人\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e======\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaohito Myojin (明神 直人) is a young sharpener based in Kochi prefecture. While his workshop Myojin Riki Seisakusho is probably not as famous as the established brands from Sakai and Echizen, he is the sharpener behind some of the very famous knife lines in the industry; noteabley the Tetsujin brand and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/2020\/05\/09\/introducing-myojin-naohito\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'Fujiyama' line by Konosuke.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Naohito Myojin Sharpening\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153901_600x600.jpg?v=1635827976\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think 'refined' is the best word to describe Naohito's work: while featuring proven cutting performance, his knife has some of the best finishes out there. The spine is nicely chamfered, choil is well polished. By engraving his name Naohito on to the knivves, you can tell that he must be really proud of his work, and I trust you will enjoy his knife as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153917_600x600.jpg?v=1635828006\" alt=\"Naohito Myojin Portrait\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 93.3725%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46%; height: 19px;\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19%; text-align: center; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1919%; text-align: center; height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e240 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46%; 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height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19%; text-align: center; height: 19px;\"\u003e46.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1919%; text-align: center; height: 19px;\"\u003e50.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46%; height: 38px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19%; text-align: center; height: 38px;\"\u003e2.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1919%; text-align: center; height: 38px;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 38px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 46%; height: 38px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19%; text-align: center; height: 38px;\"\u003e2.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1919%; text-align: center; 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Tanryusen literally translates into \"the forged wave line\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think this pic below is \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eself-explanatory: the Tanryusen features some highly visible forging cloud on the iron cladding, very similar to the much loved and elusive Shigefusa cloud. The difference is that, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eften this type of forging lines are found on knives cladded with old wrought iron, which are usually rare and expensive; in contrast, the cladding cloud on Tanryusen is formed by great forging and sharpening techniques of\u003c\/span\u003e the makers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ethe highly visible cloud on the cladding of the Tetsujin Tanryusen line, resulted from Tetsujin's masterful forging and sharpening skills\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case you are not familar with the Tetsujin brand, it is a collabration between two friends and colleagues: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToru Tamura and Naohito Myojin of Myojin Riki. It is famously\u003c\/span\u003e carried by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/tetsujin\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKonosuke Sakai as a sub-brand\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Naohito Myojin (明神 \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e直人\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e======\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaohito Myojin (明神 直人) is a young sharpener based in Kochi prefecture. While his workshop Myojin Riki Seisakusho is probably not as famous as the established brands from Sakai and Echizen, he is the sharpener behind some of the very famous knife lines in the industry; noteabley the Tetsujin brand and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/2020\/05\/09\/introducing-myojin-naohito\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'Fujiyama' line by Konosuke.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Naohito Myojin Sharpening\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153901_600x600.jpg?v=1635827976\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think 'refined' is the best word to describe Naohito's work: while featuring proven cutting performance, his knife has some of the best finishes out there. The spine is nicely chamfered, choil is well polished. By engraving his name Naohito on to the knivves, you can tell that he must be really proud of his work, and I trust you will enjoy his knife as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153917_600x600.jpg?v=1635828006\" alt=\"Naohito Myojin Portrait\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e180 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e210 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e240 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e140 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e160 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e203 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e313 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e349 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e382 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e172 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e201 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e230 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e44.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e46.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e49.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e2.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e3.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e3.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 2cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Steel with iron damascus cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: HRC 63-64\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Design: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S Teak wood handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":42235116093661,"sku":"MYOJ_B2TR_KGY180","price":559.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm","offer_id":44062963859677,"sku":"MYOJ_B2TR_KGY210","price":659.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240 mm","offer_id":44062963892445,"sku":"MYOJ_B2TR_KGY240","price":759.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/210mm.jpg?v=1652340591"},{"product_id":"myojin-blue-2-kurouchi-single-bevel-gyuto-210mm-240mm","title":"Myojin Shirasagi  Blue 2 Kurouchi Single-Bevel Gyuto 210mm\/ 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 Sigle-Bevel Gyuto with Kurochi Finish and Teak wood handle, by Myojin Riki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e================\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin signle bevel is a line of  \"practical single bevel\" knives produced by Myojin Riki Seisakusho and comisioned by Hatsukokoro. If you are not familiar with Myojin is a father and son knife workshop based in Tosa prefecture, in the island of Shikoku. Father \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTateo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, is specialised in single bevel knife sharpening, whereas son Naohito Myojin specialises in double bevel knife sharpening, and Toru Tamura is their primary blacksmith. As a sidenote, Toru Tamura and Naohito Myojin are the makers of the Tetsujin brand which is distributed by Konosuke and a few other knife houses.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin is of very high quality with excellent fit and finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpener: Tateo Myojin (明神 健)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 240mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e240 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e277 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eTotal Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e352 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e383 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eTip to Heel Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e203 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e231 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e45.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e47.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003eWidth of spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e4.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e4.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWidth of Spine \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eat Middle of Clade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e3.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e3.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWhidth of Spine ar about 1cm from the Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e1.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e1.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Core with Soft Iron Cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness(HRC): 62-64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design: K\u0026amp;S Teak wood Handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":42509389103325,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_GY210_SGL","price":365.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":44062961664221,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_GY240_SGL","price":409.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/Myojin_Blue_2_Kurouchi_Single-Bevel_Gyuto_a.jpg?v=1646199803"},{"product_id":"myojin-blue-2-kurouchi-single-bevel-k-tip-gyuto-210mm-240mm","title":"Myojin Shirasagi Blue 2 Kurouchi Single-Bevel K-Tip Gyuto 210mm\/ 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 Sigle-Bevel K-Tip Gyuto with Kurochi Finish and Teak wood handle, by Myojin Riki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e================\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin signle bevel is a line of  \"practical single bevel\" knives produced by Myojin Riki Seisakusho and comisioned by Hatsukokoro. If you are not familiar with Myojin is a father and son knife workshop based in Tosa prefecture, in the island of Shikoku. Father \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTateo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, is specialised in single bevel knife sharpening, whereas son Naohito Myojin specialises in double bevel knife sharpening, and Toru Tamura is their primary blacksmith. As a sidenote, Toru Tamura and Naohito Myojin are the makers of the Tetsujin brand which is distributed by Konosuke and a few other knife houses.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin is of very high quality with excellent fit and finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpener: Tateo Myojin (明神 健)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 240mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e240 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e277 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eTotal Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e352 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e383 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eTip to Heel Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e203 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e231 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e45.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e47.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003eWidth of spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e4.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 20.875px;\"\u003e4.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWidth of Spine \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eat Middle of Clade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e3.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e3.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003eWhidth of Spine ar about 1cm from the Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e1.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e1.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Core with Soft Iron Cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness(HRC): 62-64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design: K\u0026amp;S Teak wood Handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":42509676708061,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_KGY210_SGL","price":395.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":44062961631453,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_KGY240_SGL","price":439.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/MyojinBlue2KurouchiSingle-BevelK-TipGyutoa.jpg?v=1646199990"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-tanryusen-petty-150mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Tanryusen Petty 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eK\u0026amp;S is pleased to bring the highly regarded Tetsujin (鉄人作) brand to our customers. More excitingly, we are also among the first resellers to introduce you the Tanryusen (鍛流線) Blue 2 line. Tanryusen literally translates into \"the forged wave line\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think this pic below is \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eself-explanatory: the Tanryusen features some highly visible forging cloud on the iron cladding, very similar to the much loved and elusive Shigefusa cloud. The difference is that, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eften this type of forging lines are found on knives cladded with old wrought iron, which are usually rare and expensive; in contrast, the cladding cloud on Tanryusen is formed by great forging and sharpening techniques of\u003c\/span\u003e the makers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ethe highly visible cloud on the cladding of the Tetsujin Tanryusen line, resulted from Tetsujin's masterful forging and sharpening skills\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case you are not familar with the Tetsujin brand, it is a collabration between two friends and colleagues: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToru Tamura and Naohito Myojin of Myojin Riki. It is famously\u003c\/span\u003e carried by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/tetsujin\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKonosuke Sakai as a sub-brand\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Naohito Myojin (明神 \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e直人\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e======\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaohito Myojin (明神 直人) is a young sharpener based in Kochi prefecture. While his workshop Myojin Riki Seisakusho is probably not as famous as the established brands from Sakai and Echizen, he is the sharpener behind some of the very famous knife lines in the industry; noteabley the Tetsujin brand and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/2020\/05\/09\/introducing-myojin-naohito\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'Fujiyama' line by Konosuke.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Naohito Myojin Sharpening\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153901_600x600.jpg?v=1635827976\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think 'refined' is the best word to describe Naohito's work: while featuring proven cutting performance, his knife has some of the best finishes out there. The spine is nicely chamfered, choil is well polished. By engraving his name Naohito on to the knivves, you can tell that he must be really proud of his work, and I trust you will enjoy his knife as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153917_600x600.jpg?v=1635828006\" alt=\"Naohito Myojin Portrait\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e165 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e81 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e300 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e160 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e32.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e2.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 2cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Steel with soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: HRC 62-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Design: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S Teak wood handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43081362473181,"sku":"MYOJ_B2TRS_PE165","price":469.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/frankmade3.jpg?v=1658818899"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-petty-165mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Petty 165mm Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Petty 165mm by Myojin Riki is a double-bevel utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precise in-hand peeling, trimming, and detail work. Forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin in Tosa, this 165mm blade features Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel with a kasumi finish and soft iron san-mai cladding. The reactive construction requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation, as the blade lacks stainless cladding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis petty profile measures 32.4mm at the heel with a spine thickness of 2.6mm, tapering to 1.0mm near the tip for intricate tasks like deveining or cutting garnishes. The octagonal ebony handle provides a geometric grip suited to detailed board work, while the 81g weight supports controlled manipulation during precision cuts. Blue 2 steel achieves 61-63 HRC hardness and offers distinct edge retention characteristics derived from its tungsten and chromium content, making it a benchmark carbon steel for users prioritising sharpening response and cutting performance in a smaller utility format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43284212089053,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KTM_PE165","price":379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2KasumiPetty165mm-20250227-01.jpg?v=1740631814"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-nakiri-180mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Nakiri 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Nakiri 180mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precise push cuts. This 180mm blade features Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel with a soft iron san-mai clad construction and kasumi finish. The flat edge profile facilitates straight downward chopping through vegetables without rocking, ensuring full board contact for clean separation of produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 steel measures 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining ease of sharpening. As a reactive carbon steel blade, it requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation. The knife weighs 169g with a 49.5mm heel height and spine thickness tapering from 2.9mm at the heel to 1.9mm near the tip. An octagonal teak handle with black buffalo horn ferrule provides a traditional grip for this Tosa-made knife produced entirely under one roof at Myojin Riki.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":43284334739677,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KTM_NA180","price":479.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/DSC00690.jpg?v=1662964144"},{"product_id":"myojin-blue-2-kurouchi-k-tip-deba-165mm-180mm-195mm","title":"Myojin Shirasagi  Blue 2 Kurouchi K-Tip Deba 165\/180\/195 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMyojin Blu2 2 Kurochi K -tip Deba 165mm with wenge wood handle, Hatsukokoro Brand.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e165 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 180mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e195 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e289 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e356 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e405 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eTotal Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e303 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e321 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e340 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Lenght\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e158 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e174 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e190 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e47.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e50.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e55 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eWidth of spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e7.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e8.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e8.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eat Middle of Clade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e5.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e6.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e6.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54%;\"\u003eWhidth of Spine ar about 1cm from the Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.7884%;\"\u003e3.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.2116%;\"\u003e3.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Core with Soft Iron Cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness(HRC): 62-64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design: K\u0026amp;S Wenge wood Handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e=============\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHatsukokoro (初心) is a new premium Japanese knife brand that work with a lot of famous makers, their goal is to introduce unique preimum kitchen knives to the market, without the establishment's premium pricing. K\u0026amp;S first introduced the Hatsukokoro by Yoshikane, featuring the icoinc\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/yoshikane\"\u003eYoshikane SKD nashiji line\u003c\/a\u003e. The latest work by them is the the single bevel line by Myojin Riki Seisakusho. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin signle bevel is a line of  \"practical single bevel\" knives produced by Myojin Riki Seisakusho and comisioned by Hatsukokoro. If you are not familiar with Myojin is a father and son knife workshop based in Tosa prefecture, in the island of Shikoku. Father \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTateo\u003c\/span\u003e, is specialised in single bevel knife sharpening, whereas son Naohito Myojin specialises in double bevel knife sharpening, and Toru Tamura is their primary blacksmith. As a sidenote, Toru Tamura and Naohito Myojin are the makers of the Tetsujin brand which is distributed by Konosuke and a few other knife houses.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro by Myojin is of very high quality with excellent fit and finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpener: Tateo Myojin (明神 健)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"165 mm","offer_id":43766739960029,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_KDE165","price":309.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"180 mm","offer_id":44062955176157,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_KDE180","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"195 mm","offer_id":44062955208925,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KU_KDE195","price":379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/DSC00991.jpg?v=1667543178"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-tanryusen-sujihiki-270mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Tanryusen Sujihiki 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eK\u0026amp;S is pleased to bring the highly regarded Tetsujin (鉄人作) brand to our customers. More excitingly, we are also among the first resellers to introduce you the Tanryusen (鍛流線) Blue 2 line. Tanryusen literally translates into \"the forged wave line\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think this pic below is \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eself-explanatory: the Tanryusen features some highly visible forging cloud on the iron cladding, very similar to the much loved and elusive Shigefusa cloud. The difference is that, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eften this type of forging lines are found on knives cladded with old wrought iron, which are usually rare and expensive; in contrast, the cladding cloud on Tanryusen is formed by great forging and sharpening techniques of\u003c\/span\u003e the makers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenGyuto180mmK_600x600.jpg?v=1695125882\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003ethe highly visible cloud on the cladding of the Tetsujin Tanryusen line, resulted from Tetsujin's masterful forging and sharpening skills\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case you are not familar with the Tetsujin brand, it is a collabration between two friends and colleagues: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToru Tamura and Naohito Myojin of Myojin Riki. It is famously\u003c\/span\u003e carried by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/tetsujin\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKonosuke Sakai as a sub-brand\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlacksmith: Toru Tamura (田村 徹)\u003cbr\u003eSharpener: Naohito Myojin (明神 \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e直人\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e======\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaohito Myojin (明神 直人) is a young sharpener based in Kochi prefecture. While his workshop Myojin Riki Seisakusho is probably not as famous as the established brands from Sakai and Echizen, he is the sharpener behind some of the very famous knife lines in the industry; noteabley the Tetsujin brand and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.konosuke-sakai.com\/index.php\/2020\/05\/09\/introducing-myojin-naohito\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e'Fujiyama' line by Konosuke.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Naohito Myojin Sharpening\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153901_600x600.jpg?v=1635827976\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think 'refined' is the best word to describe Naohito's work: while featuring proven cutting performance, his knife has some of the best finishes out there. The spine is nicely chamfered, choil is well polished. By engraving his name Naohito on to the knivves, you can tell that he must be really proud of his work, and I trust you will enjoy his knife as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/20211102153917_600x600.jpg?v=1635828006\" alt=\"Naohito Myojin Portrait\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e270 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e160 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e412 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e264 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e37.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e2.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 2cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel: Blue 2 Steel with soft iron cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness: HRC 62-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Design: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S Teak wood handle with options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43717606146269,"sku":"MYOJ_B2TRS_SU270","price":749.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/TetsujinBlue2TanryusenSujihiki270mma.jpg?v=1676436250"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-k-tip-sujihiki-270mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi K-tip Sujihiki 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi K-tip Sujihiki 270mm is a double-bevel slicer forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring a long carbon steel blade for protein work. This 270mm knife features Hitachi Blue 2 steel with a soft iron clad san-mai construction and kasumi finish, measuring 264mm in edge length and weighing 160g. The spine measures 2.3mm at the heel and middle, tapering to 1.0mm near the tip, while the blade stands 36.5mm tall at the heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 carbon steel achieves 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention over white steel variants. As this blade is not stainless clad, the reactive carbon core requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation. The thin geometry behind the edge suits slicing tasks where reduced surface contact minimises friction against soft proteins. An octagonal wa handle crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule provides a durable grip for precise handling during extended slicing sessions. Myojin Riki produces this Tetsujin line in Tosa, combining forging and finishing under one roof to deliver consistent grinding performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43717625643229,"sku":"MYOJ_B2KSM_KSU270","price":629.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/TetsujinBlue2KasumiKtipSujihiki270mma.jpg?v=1676437858"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-sujihiki-270-300-mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Sujihiki 270\/300 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e270 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e300 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e163 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e193 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e409 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e445 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e264 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e296 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e37 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e39 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1 cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel: Blue 2 core with soft iron clad\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: HRC 62-63\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Design: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S teak handle with black horn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi is the little brother of the well-known Tanryusen line. Offering the same profile, same grind, same steel, except the forging cloud of the Tanryusen. Same as Tanryusen, this Blue 2 Kasumi line is forged \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eby Toru Tamura (田村 徹) and sharpened by Naohito Myojin (明神 直人)\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e======\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaohito Myojin (明神 直人) is a young sharpener based in Kochi prefecture. While his workshop Myojin Riki Seisakusho is probably not as famous as the established brands from Sakai and Echizen, he is the sharpener behind some of the very famous knife lines in the industry; notable the Tetsujin brand and the 'Fujiyama' line by Konosuke.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"270 mm","offer_id":44083415875805,"sku":"TS-B2SANMAI-SU270","price":629.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300 mm","offer_id":44083415908573,"sku":"TS-B2SANMAI-SU300","price":749.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC09245.jpg?v=1695000718"},{"product_id":"myojin-cobalt-special-cosp-bunka-170mm","title":"Myojin Cobalt Special COSP Bunka 180mm Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Myojin Riki Cobalt Special COSP Bunka 180mm is a stainless-clad general-purpose knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs seeking a pointier Santoku profile with high edge retention. Crafted in Tosa by Naohito Myojin, this double-bevel blade features an Ukiba surface finish and measures 169mm in edge length with a 48mm heel height. The distinctive reverse tanto tip and straighter edge facilitate precise slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables and meats, while the thin geometry behind the edge supports clean cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis san-mai stainless clad construction uses Takefu Special Steel COSP, achieving 60-62 HRC through cobalt enrichment for wear resistance and corrosion stability. The blade tapers from 2.1mm at the spine to 0.8mm near the tip and weighs 131g, pairing with an octagonal Ebony handle for balanced control. As a stainless steel option, it offers easier care than reactive alternatives while maintaining the exceptional grinding standards Myojin Riki is known for. Users should note that this specific steel composition may require more frequent sharpening sessions to maintain optimal performance despite its high hardness rating.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44201114829021,"sku":"MJ-COSP-BU180","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/MyojinCOSPMigakiBunka180mmEbonyHandlea.jpg?v=1715063142"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-sujihiki-210mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Sujihiki 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Sujihiki 210mm is a double-bevel slicer forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precise protein carving. This 213mm edge length knife features Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel at 61-63 HRC within a san-mai soft iron clad construction with a kasumi finish. As the blade is not stainless clad, the reactive carbon core requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for general slicing tasks, the slim profile reduces surface contact and friction when portioning meat or slicing terrines. The blade measures 2.6mm at the heel, tapering to 0.9mm near the tip, and weighs 123g. An octagonal teak handle with a black buffalo horn ferrule provides a durable grip for this double-bevel geometry. Produced in Tosa by Myojin Riki, this knife represents a collaboration where forging and finishing are completed under one roof, utilising the workshop's established grinding expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44201116434653,"sku":"TS-B2SANMAI-SU210","price":469.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2KasumiSujihiki210mmD.jpg?v=1698140272"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-k-tip-petty-165mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi K-tip Petty 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi K-tip Petty 165mm by Myojin Riki is a double-bevel utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precise in-hand peeling, trimming, and detail work. Forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin in Tosa, this blade features Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel with a soft iron clad san-mai construction and kasumi finish. The K-tip profile provides a thinner, sharper point for picking and slicing garnishes, while the flatter edge supports controlled peeling tasks when held directly in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue 2 steel measures 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention over white steel variants. As a reactive carbon steel blade without stainless cladding, it requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent oxidation. The octagonal teak handle with black buffalo horn ferrule pairs with a 61g total weight and 2.3mm spine thickness at the heel. This geometry yields a thin behind-the-edge grind characteristic of the Tetsujin line, supporting detailed cutting performance across general purpose kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44218096320733,"sku":"TS-B2SANMAI-PT165","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TetsujinBlue2KasumiK-tipPetty165mmE.jpg?v=1698627745"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue-2-kasumi-santoku-180mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tetsujin Blue 2 Kasumi Santoku 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife forged by Toru Tamura and sharpened by Naohito Myojin, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking high-carbon cutting performance. 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Users should note the SG2 core can be brittle despite its powdered metallurgy ensuring uniform carbide distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46878559043805,"sku":"MYOJ_SGMG_GY240_AMB","price":729.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/MyojinRikiSeisakushoSG2Gyuto240mmAmboynaHandlej.jpg?v=1760676686"},{"product_id":"myojin-riki-seisakusho-sg2-k-tip-gyuto-210mm-snakewood-handle","title":"Myojin Riki Seisakusho SG2 K tip Gyuto 210mm Snakewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Myojin Riki Seisakusho SG2 K-tip Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise tip control and push-cutting performance. Crafted in Tosa by Naohito Myojin, this knife features SG2 powdered stainless steel clad in stainless san-mai construction with a kasumi finish. The K-tip profile pairs an angled point for scoring and detailing with a flatter edge optimised for clean slicing strokes, distinguishing it from single-bevel kiritsuke knives. Measuring 210mm with a 47mm heel height, the blade tapers from 2.7mm at the spine to 0.7mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness through uniform carbide distribution, providing edge retention and wear resistance while remaining stainless and resistant to rust. The blade is thin behind the edge, reflecting Naohito Myojin's sharpening expertise developed through work on Konosuke Fujiyama series knives. Weighing 176g, the knife features an octagonal snakewood handle with a blonde or marble horn ferrule and no spacer. This combination of precise grinding, stainless cladding, and dense wood handle suits users prioritising fit, finish, and deliberate cutting technique in general-purpose kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Myojin Riki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46899285262557,"sku":"MYOJ_SGMG_KGY210_SNW","price":699.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/MyojinRikiSeisakushoSG2KtipGyuto210mmSnakewoodHandlei.jpg?v=1761280812"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/tetsujin-test.oembed?page=3","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}