{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-epoxy-spirkle-santoku-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Epoxy Spirkle Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Santoku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aogami Blue #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Migaki (Stainless Clad)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62HRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEpoxy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~180\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~48mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~130\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kaijin Series has earned its reputation for a reason — exceptional cutting performance, refined geometry, and quality steel that delivers well beyond its price point. This 180mm Santoku brings everything people love about the Kaijin lineup into one of the most versatile and practical blade profiles in the Japanese kitchen, now paired with a striking custom handle that gives it an entirely new personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel clad in stainless steel, combining the excellent edge retention, razor-sharp cutting potential, and easy sharpening that Blue #2 is known for with the added convenience of stainless cladding. While the exposed carbon steel edge still requires proper care and drying, the stainless exterior makes everyday maintenance considerably easier. The clean, polished Migaki finish keeps the blade looking elegant and understated, allowing its performance and craftsmanship to speak for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a spine measuring just 1.8 mm, the Kaijin is impressively thin and agile. Its refined geometry glides effortlessly through vegetables, proteins, and herbs with very little resistance, delivering the kind of smooth, precise cutting experience often associated with much more expensive knives. The 180mm Santoku profile offers an excellent balance between blade length, control, and versatility. Its generous blade height provides comfortable knuckle clearance, while the gently curved cutting edge accommodates everything from controlled push cuts and fine slicing to light rocking motions. It's an exceptionally capable everyday knife, whether you're preparing a quick dinner or spending hours at the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this particular release, we've taken the already popular Kaijin blade and paired it with a bold black and yellow epoxy handle featuring sparkling accents, creating a combination that feels both modern and unmistakably custom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep black base contrasts beautifully with vivid yellow details, while the subtle metallic sparkles catch the light from different angles, adding depth and character without overwhelming the overall design. Every handle features its own unique distribution of colours and patterns, making each finished knife slightly different from the next. The result is a distinctive, premium-looking combination that contrasts beautifully with the Kaijin's minimalist polished blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight, precise, and incredibly satisfying to use, this 180mm Santoku brings together the performance of traditional Japanese carbon steel, the practicality of a versatile everyday blade, and the individuality of a custom handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67646496702697,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/HatsukokoroKaijinBlue2EpoxySpirkleSantoku180mm.png?v=1791652756","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-epoxy-spirkle-santoku-180mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}