This 210 mm kiritsuke gyuto knife belongs to Hitohira's Imojiya TH Stainless series. This range uses monosteel stainless steel (TH Stainless), which is valued for its ease of maintenance and long-term stability. The blade has a uniform satin finish and a slightly pointed kiritsuke profile, designed to offer both precision and versatility in the kitchen.
The knife is equipped with a wa handle made of ebony, with a dark and uniform polish. This dense wood provides good inertia in the hand and a high-end feel, while ensuring excellent durability. The junction with the blade is clean and unadorned, highlighting the sleek style characteristic of Imojiya lines.
In use, this kiritsuke gyuto offers a direct and stable cut, with a rather rigid feel thanks to its monobloc stainless steel construction. The profile combines a sharp tip for fine work and a length of 210 mm suitable for most everyday tasks: vegetables, proteins, herbs, or fruit. The geometry, although thin, remains more forgiving than that of very hard carbon steel, making it a reliable knife for everyday use, while maintaining excellent precision.
TH Stainless steel does not develop a patina and requires little maintenance: simply wipe it down after use and wash it by hand. As with all Japanese knives, it is recommended that you sharpen it regularly to maintain its optimal performance.
