{"product_id":"hitohira-td-aogami-2-nashiji-yo-gyuto-240mm-noyer","title":"Hitohira TD Aogami #2 Nashiji Yo Gyuto 240mm Walnut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e 240 mm with a nashiji\u0026nbsp;finish is forged in \u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2 (Blue Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the tradition of Sanjo, Niigata. At 240 mm, the curved profile suits both push-cut and rocking techniques across vegetables, meat, and fish. The blade height keeps fingers clear of the board throughout the stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nashiji\u0026nbsp;finish gives the blade body a lightly granular texture reminiscent of Asian pear skin, contrasting with the polished edge. The wa handle in octagonal walnut adds a fine-grained, warm-toned grip with a stable cross-section. The sanmai construction directs the Aogami #2 toward the edge while the stainless cladding shields the blade body from the reactivity of the carbon core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2 (Blue Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced by Hitachi Metals from Shirogami #2, with chromium (0.2,0.5%) and tungsten (1,1.5%) added for stronger edge retention between sharpenings. It takes a very acute edge on water stones and responds readily to sharpening. For those who value patina development, Shirogami remains the more reactive option. The carbon core is reactive: wiping the blade after each use is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe dry immediately after use. A natural patina will develop gradually on the edge. Apply camellia oil for storage. Never put in the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50510645493934,"sku":"AAA-617B2NY-02-FA240","price":270.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/hitohira-td-aogami-2-yo-gyuto-240mm-noyer-1_5c476c8b-369e-4cb7-9ed1-4c9fa929b4d1.jpg?v=1790105356","url":"https:\/\/staysharpmtl.com\/en\/products\/hitohira-td-aogami-2-nashiji-yo-gyuto-240mm-noyer","provider":"Stay Sharp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}