








HITOHIRA ひとひら (一片)
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 - Rikichi - Blue #2 - 150mm Kiritsuke Yanagiba - Ho Wood Handle
AAA-055B2-05-IB150
Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Rikichi 利吉
Line: Kikuchiyo x Rikichi
Profile: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan
Edge Length: 141mm
Blade Height: 26mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad, Ni-Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ho Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 154mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 131mm
Total Length: 289mm
Weight: 83g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
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.