{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-hammered-black-finish-aogami-super-wa-sujihiki-knife-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Hammered Black Finish Aogami Super Wa Sujihiki Knife 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand\u003c\/b\u003e: Sakai Takayuki\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e: Wa Sujihiki \/ Slicer Knife (Double edged)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/b\u003e: Hammered Black Finish Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore\u003c\/b\u003e: AOGAMI(Blue) Super\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e: approx 240 mm (9.4'')\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/b\u003e: approx 395 mm (15.5'')\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/b\u003e: 34 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThickness of Spine\u003c\/b\u003e: 2.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e: approx 142 g (5 oz)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle\u003c\/b\u003e: KEYAKI Zelkova\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e※ As each knife is handcrafted, slight variations in size, weight, and finish should be expected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e　This striking knife features a traditional Japanese \"kengata\" (sword-shaped) profile. The hammered (tsuchime) black finish evokes classic Japanese craftsmanship. Its 3-layer construction combines a hard Aogami Super steel core for exceptional sharpness and edge retention with easy-care stainless steel cladding. This construction echoes the traditional forging methods of Japanese katana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Note--\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAogami steel is not rust-resistant and will rust if not properly cared for. It's crucial to wash, wipe, and dry the blade completely after each use. If rust forms on the cutting edge, it can be removed with a sharpening stone. Rust on the blade's surface can be addressed with a stainless steel cleanser (for stainless steel blades) or a scouring pad (for carbon steel blades). Be aware that scouring pads may scratch the blade. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid twisting the edge or striking the blade. Do not cut frozen foods or bones, as the thinner, sharper edge of Japanese knives may chip or break. Since Japanese knives are handcrafted, slight scratches may appear naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--About Sakai--\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #696969; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #696969; width: 100%; padding: 5px; margin-bottom: 10px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.1rem;\"\u003eAbout Sakai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e　Sakai cutlery, with a legacy spanning over 600 years, is renowned worldwide for its superior quality and sharpness. Sakai Takayuki, a company that preserves this rich tradition, integrates modern technology with masterful craftsmanship to produce high-quality kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50614761783582,"sku":"1197","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9457\/files\/phonto_b1620070-7666-4759-b48a-5eec373690a4.jpg?v=1771216311","url":"https:\/\/chefknivesjapan.com\/products\/sakai-takayuki-hammered-black-finish-aogami-super-wa-sujihiki-knife-240mm","provider":"Bay Trade Japan Knife Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}