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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 - Kikuchiyo x Manzo - Blue #2 - Yanagiba - 210mm - Ebony Handle - Saya
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Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Kikuchiyo x Manzo
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 205mm
Blade Height: 30mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido (diagonal pattern)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0:100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 214mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 133mm
Total Length: 350mm
Weight: 143g
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 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.
Hitohira - Kikuchiyo x Manzo - Blue #2 - Yanagiba - 300mm - Magnolia Handle - Saya
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Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Kikuchiyo x Manzo
Made in: Sakai,Osaka - Japan
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 288mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido (diagonal pattern)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0:100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 303mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mm
Handle Length: 142mm
Total Length: 452mm
Weight: 224g
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 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.
Hitohira - Tanaka x Manzo - Blue #1 - Yanagiba - 270mm - Magnolia Handle - Saya
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Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Tanaka x Manzo
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Tanaka Blacksmith 田中打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 260mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido (diagonal pattern)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0:100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 273mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 413mm
Weight: 169g
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 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.
Hitohira - Togashi - White #2 - Yanagiba - 240mm - D-Shaped Magnolia Handle - Saya
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Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: Togashi Single Bevel
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Kenji Togashi 富樫
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi 憲哉
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 233mm
Blade Height: 32mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase, Ni-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido (diagonal pattern)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: D-Shaped (maru shinogi)
Handle Material: Magnolia (ho wood)
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 244mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 133mm
Total Length: 378mm
Weight: 150g
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.