{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-santoku-170mm-blade-only","title":"Hatsukokoro Kaijin Blue 2 Santoku 170mm (Blade Only)","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 None ➛ \u003cspan style=\"color: #0066ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/collections\/handles-blanks\" title=\"Choose yours\" style=\"color: #0066ff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChoose yours\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 170\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 46mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.80mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 66\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kaijin Series is Hatsukokoro’s answer to the “modern, minimal, and seriously good value” category — a knife that looks clean and simple on the surface, but performs well above its price point. No rustic textures, no unnecessary flash. Just a sharp, streamlined blade that feels light, thin, and ready to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around an Aogami Blue #2 carbon steel core with stainless cladding, it lands right in that sweet spot between high-end cutting performance and everyday practicality. You get the sharp bite and easy sharpening feel Blue #2 is known for, while the stainless exterior keeps maintenance much simpler. The clean Migaki finish completes the look with a modern, understated feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 170mm, the Santoku is an incredibly versatile size for everyday prep. It gives you enough blade for vegetables, boneless proteins, herbs, and general kitchen work without feeling oversized or cumbersome. The profile offers a comfortable flat section for push-cutting and chopping, with just enough belly toward the front for a natural rocking motion when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin, nimble, and easy to control, this is the kind of knife that disappears in the hand and simply gets the job done. For anyone looking for a Japanese carbon steel Santoku with serious performance, low-key styling, and excellent value, the Kaijin is a very easy one to recommend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eKakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003ereach out\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67582048403689,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-santoku-170mm-blade-only-4702224.png?v=1790545687","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/hatsukokoro-kaijin-blue-2-santoku-170mm-blade-only","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}