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We are proud to call Hitohira ひとひら (一片) our main Japanese supplier, and for good reason. Despite being a relatively new brand in the premium Japanese knife industry, Hitohira boasts one of the most diverse, unique, and robust product lineups in the entire market. Based in Tokyo, Hitohira brings a unique focus on building trust with the craftspeople they work with. By putting the artisan’s needs first, Hitohira has been able to gain favor with the best makers all over Japan and design some of the most beautiful and rare knives we have the pleasure of handling. We are excited and humbled for our relationship and product selection to grow with Hitohira over the years.
Hitohira - Tanaka x Manzo - Blue #1 - 270mm Yanagiba - Magnolia Handle (D-Shape/ Saya)
AAA-115B1-05-IA270
Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Tanaka Blacksmith 田中打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Line: Tanaka x Manzo
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 264mm
Blade Height: 34mm
Edge Steel: Blue #1
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad, Ni-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: D-Shape
Handle Material: Ho Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 277mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 139mm
Total Length: 417mm
Weight: 163g
Saya/Guard: Included
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.
Hitohira - Togashi - White #2 - Yanagiba - 330mm - Magnolia Handle (D-Shaped) - Saya
AAA-080W2T-04-IA330
Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Togashi 富樫
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 312mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Single
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: D-Shape
Handle Material: Magnolia Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 336mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.8mm
Handle Length: 150mm
Total Length: 486mm
Weight: 2590g
Saya/Guard: Included
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.