Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata
Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata

Hatsukokoro Blue #2 Kurouchi Hakata

£125.00

The Hakata knife is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife from the Hakata region of Fukuoka, known for its distinctive shape.

It features a tall heel, a flat to slightly curved edge, and a pointed kiritsuke-style tip. This design allows for a variety of cutting techniques—push cuts, slicing, and some rocking motions—blending elements of the Santoku, Bunka and Gyuto. The taller profile provides good knuckle clearance, while the sharp tip excels at precise tasks like trimming and scoring.

Highly adaptable, the Hakata knife is ideal for chopping vegetables, slicing proteins, and fine prep work and so is a very useful all-rounder.

ℹ️ This knife has been coated with a food-safe protective lacquer on the blade for transport and storage. It is recommended you remove it before use.

Currently out of stock

Product Code: HAT-0197-##

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 168mm / 6.61" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 322mm / 12.68" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 48.9mm / 1.93" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 4.2mm / 0.17" (Spine width above the heel) 1.9mm / 0.07" (Measured halfway along spine) 1.3mm / 0.05" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 158 grams / 5.57 oz

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: Aogami Blue #2
  • Cladding Steel: Soft Iron
  • Blade Finish: Kurouchi
  • Hardness: 62-63 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
  • Left or Right handed: Suitable for both (Double Bevel)

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Hatsukokoro - Aokitae Blue #2 Kurouchi

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

A traditionally forged Blue #2 core clad with soft iron and great value with its good quality edge finish out of the box.

Beauty

Like many knife ranges made in a traditional style at this price point, the classic looks and kurouchi finish are popular and we would note that in some instances the finishing on the cladding and handle fit, can occasionally show some scuffs but it's quite common that these small things would be where costs are reduced without impacting on performance.

In Hand

Generally quite lightweight across the range, the Blue #2 knives are easy and comfortable to use and well balanced.

Durability

At around 62-63 HRC the Blue #2 core edge retention is good and will serve you well between sharpening despite the thin edge profile.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

This is a fully reactive carbon steel knife so we recommend following our normal care tips and as with all carbon steel knives, it's important to wash and dry them properly after use to avoid rusting.

Our Verdict

Overall great value for money, there are occasionally some very minor wabi-sabi parts to the finish on the knives but they're on the cladding steel rather than the edge which is thin and well sharpened offering a good level of performance out of the box at a very competitive price point for a Blue #2 knife.

Meet the maker

Hatsukokoro

Based in Seki city, Hatsukoroko are a brand who collaborate with wide range of master blacksmiths, workshops and factories. Their knives and accessories range from entirely hand forged pieces from master blacksmiths through to products from workshops who make use of modern machinery and techniques to forge knives with extreme precision.

Thanks to their constant innovation and passion for development Hatsukokoro's knives and accessories have quickly become a favourite of our customers.

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