{"product_id":"hitohira-onihiro-aogami-1-nakiri-135mm-ho","title":"Hitohira Onihiro Aogami #1 Nakiri 135mm Ho","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 135 mm \u003cstrong\u003enakiri\u003c\/strong\u003e, 'leaf cutter', is purpose-built for vegetable work. Its rectangular profile and squared tip maintain full board contact on each cut, with no rocking motion. At 135 mm, it sits below the standard 165,180 mm range: a compact format suited to smaller workspaces and mid-sized produce, while retaining the blade height that naturally clears the knuckles during cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wa-handle is made from magnolia (hōnoki), a traditional Japanese handle wood valued for its low density and dimensional stability. Light and understated, it shifts the balance point toward the blade, which works naturally with the nakiri's rectangular geometry. The partial tang construction keeps overall weight low.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe steel is \u003cstrong\u003eAogami #1 (Blue Steel #1)\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced by Hitachi Metals from a Shirogami base with added chromium (0.2,0.5%) and tungsten (1.5,2.0%), and a carbon content of 1.25,1.35%. This yields a hardness of 63,65 HRC and edge retention that exceeds Aogami #2. On a water stone, Aogami #1 takes a very acute edge but requires more passes than the #2 grade to reach it. Stones of consistent quality are recommended. The steel is reactive and will develop a patina over time through contact with acidic foods, a normal characteristic of this alloy. Wiping the blade dry after each use is not optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe and dry immediately after use. Do not leave the blade in contact with moisture or acidic foods. A light coat of camellia oil protects the steel during storage. Never put in the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50510645461166,"sku":"AAA-427-2-05-DA135","price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/hitohira-onihiro-aogami-1-nakiri-135mm-ho-1_261fc04b-423d-4396-9277-c7048a378b38.jpg?v=1790105348","url":"https:\/\/staysharpmtl.com\/en\/products\/hitohira-onihiro-aogami-1-nakiri-135mm-ho","provider":"Stay Sharp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}