{"product_id":"8-inch-vg10-damascus-japanese-knife-kiritsuke-chef","title":"Hinoki Kiritsuke Chef's Knife 8″ — Damascus Steel with Scabbard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA chef's-status blade in the Japanese tradition — one knife that handles fine fish work and everyday vegetable prep with equal confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurocho 8\" Kiritsuke is a hybrid shape, combining the fine, precise edge of a slicing knife with the flatter profile of a vegetable knife. It is forged from VG10 Damascus steel with 67 layers and hand-finished in a striking feather Damascus pattern, with a reverse-tanto tip that gives fine control on intricate cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is set into an ergonomic, oval-shaped wooden handle for a balanced, comfortable grip, and comes with a solid wooden scabbard to protect the edge in storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally reserved for head chefs, the Kiritsuke rewards confident, precise knife work in a home kitchen just as well as a professional one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 Damascus steel, 67 layers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReverse-tanto tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOval-shaped wooden handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid wooden scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting bone or frozen food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a Kiritsuke used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a hybrid blade suited to both precise fish work and everyday vegetable chopping, prized for its versatility and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash in warm water immediately after use, dry it fully before storing it in the scabbard, and avoid the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep the edge sharp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHone regularly between uses and sharpen on a whetstone, or via a professional sharpening service, every few months depending on how often it is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with storage?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a solid wooden scabbard is included to protect the blade when it is not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurocho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65999363375494,"sku":"662000776130","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1106\/2545\/6518\/files\/hinoki-kiritsuke-chef-knife-8-inch-slate-1.png?v=1791281932","url":"https:\/\/kurocho.com\/products\/8-inch-vg10-damascus-japanese-knife-kiritsuke-chef","provider":"Kurocho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}