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Crafted with precision, it delivers clean cuts whether you're preparing proteins, vegetables, or delicate herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShirogami #2 translates to: Shiro (white) and Gami (Steel) and thus; white steel #2. It is named after the color of the package it was wrapped in at Hitachi Metals. The composition of this steel is very pure and contains almost only iron and carbon (1.05%–1.2%). It is in the hands of very experienced blacksmiths that one realizes the enormous potential of Shirogami #2. The quality of the heat treatment and a lower temperature forging are key elements that can allow Shirogami #2 to compete with and even surpass many modern steels. Try a Shiro #2 blade forged by Tanaka-san, Kisuke Manaka-san or Yoshikane Forge and you will see!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Hitohira Kikuchiyo Ren White #2 Santoku 180mm is ideal for those seeking a precise and robust Japanese blade for everyday prep. With its fine grain structure and ease of sharpening, it delivers a satisfying edge retention and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hitohira brand is a guarantee of excellence and assures you that every knife sold under this name meets rigorous quality standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA White #2 Santoku knife 180mm occupies a distinct space in the Japanese knife world: its wide, flat blade and compact length make it particularly agile for the push-cutting and chopping strokes that define everyday kitchen prep. Where longer, thinner-spined profiles call for a pulling motion, the Kikuchiyo Santoku knife rewards a more direct, vertical technique — making it an intuitive choice for cooks who want precision without complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43487793512622,"sku":"AAA-017W2-05-CA","price":325.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/HitohiraKikuchiyoRenWhite_2Santoku180mmBoisdeHo_1.jpg?v=1697659452"},{"product_id":"hitohira-tp-santoku-170mm-bois-de-pakka-rouge","title":"Hitohira TP Santoku 170mm Red pakka","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLe mot Santoku se traduit par: trois vertus, pouvant faire référence à la coupe de viandes, poissons et légumes ou encore aux trois types de coupe suivante; hachage, tranchage et coupe en dés. Très polyvalent, le santoku est l’un des types de couteaux que nous recommandons comme premier couteau ou comme couteau principal dans la cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Echizen in the Fukui region by the Takamura Forge, Hitohira's TP SG2 line is as efficient as it is elegant. The powder-metallurgy Super Gold 2(SG2) steel is known for its higher-than-average cutting retention and breathtaking sharpness. 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This is due to the addition of 1.5% Cobalt which gives the steel a higher hardness with a high temperature quenching treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTakamura's V-10 Special is VG-10 heat treated to 61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43487795118254,"sku":"DAA-011-CA165","price":240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/products\/DSC_0799-scaled.jpg?v=1666793309"},{"product_id":"hitohira-td-sld-tsuchime-santoku-165mm-noyer","title":"Hitohira TD SLD Tsuchime Santoku 165mm Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe word Santoku translates as: three virtues, which can refer to the cutting of meat, fish and vegetables or to the following three types of cutting; chopping, slicing and dicing. 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The art of blacksmithing is physical; the harsh environment of working with fire and iron takes its toll on the body, and many of the masters' skills begin to fade in their forties and fifties. Because Kikuchiyo started earlier in life, he acquired most of the knowledge and skills of fine forging and tempering before his physical abilities deteriorated.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003eKikuchiyo has proactively experimented with new steels not typically used by Sakai blacksmiths, such as stainless steel. His experience and skill have made his Ginsan (Silver 3) knives popular among Japanese chefs, with many claiming, \"If you use Kikuchiyo's Ginsan once, you'll never replace it.\" Kikuchiyo is also known for his fine Honyaki temper, beautiful Hamon, and the hardness achievable only by experienced masters who reach the proper temperature. His Honyaki is supported by many Sakai sharpeners and finishers, professionals who understand what makes a good kitchen knife. When Kikuchiyo became a blacksmith, he dreamed of succeeding and becoming a great man. He continues to develop his skills as a craftsman, modeling each of his knives after the image of his master's forge.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e Kyuzo:\n \u003cbr\u003eKyuzo's father, Heihachi, is one of the busiest sharpeners in Sakai. Heihachi's workshop and hallway were always filled with knives ready to be sharpened. Although Kyuzo initially worked with his father to learn the basics of rough sharpening, he eventually became a student of Kambei, considered one of the best sharpeners in Sakai because he was more adept at sharpening wide double-bevel knives. After a few years of training, he built his style on the respective styles of his father and Kambei. 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Very versatile, the santoku is one of the types of knives we recommend as the first or main knife in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKikuchiyo, the celebrated blacksmith from Sakai, Osaka, rose to prominence in the early 2000s when he was invited to join Sakai's master craftsmen. His early start in blacksmithing allowed him to amass extensive knowledge and skills before physical limitations set in. Notably, Kikuchiyo boldly experimented with unconventional steels like stainless, resulting in his Ginsan (Silver 3) knives becoming highly coveted among Japanese chefs. His expertise extended to Honyaki quenching, producing beautiful Hamon patterns and achieving the ideal hardness and consistance. Kikuchiyo's knives gained the respect of Sakai's sharpeners and finishers, and he remains dedicated to his dream of success, paying homage to his master's forge in every blade he forges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSimply explained, Aogami #2 developed by Hitachi Metals is a steel made from Shirogami #2 in which some chromium and tungsten are added for better durability and corrosion resistance. In addition to that, the higher carbon content of the steel allows for better cutting retention. Objectively, the Aogami #2 is an improvement over the Shirogami #2. For patina lovers, however, Shirogami steel will be more reactive to oxidation and could be an advantage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43487800000686,"sku":"AAA-050B2-05-CA180","price":295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/products\/E561C69A-F46A-4185-8B4E-DEAD54D1BD57.jpg?v=1666795186"},{"product_id":"hitohira-td-sld-nashiji-santoku-165mm-noyer","title":"Hitohira TD SLD Nashiji Santoku 165mm Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe word Santoku translates as: three virtues, which can refer to the cutting of meat, fish and vegetables or to the following three types of cutting; chopping, slicing and dicing. 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This is where the story gets interesting: the president agreed that Murayama would leave his position at Fukui Co \u0026amp; Ltd to learn blade grinding, on condition that Murayama would return to the company three years later and become the company's senior grinder. He accepted the offer, and during those three years he was paid a salary and the company prepared a workshop with the best possible equipment. Afterwards, this workshop awaited only the return of the new grinder Maruyama was to become. So, add up the president's vision, mutual trust, passion and, above all, a huge amount of work, and you get Hado: a small wave in motion with far-reaching repercussions.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSince Fukui had very good contacts in the field, Maruyama learned directly from the great masters, notably Syotaro Nomura and Masaaki Nakamura. Normally, it's said that it takes at least ten years to master blade grinding, and that it also takes several years of observation before you can touch the blades. Since Maruyama was able to start straight away and, after his first three years of apprenticeship, a new workshop in which to hone his mastery of \"hatsuke\" was waiting for him, he quickly achieved a satisfactory and respected mastery in Sakai. 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