Hatayama Hamono — Hand forged kitchen knives from Shinanomachi Japan

Model A2

This kurouchi santoku has a thicker-than-average neck which gives both heft and increased durability, while the hand-engraved signature of the blacksmith makes each knife definitively unique.

165mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥39,000
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Model B2

This kurouchi nakiri has a thicker-than-average neck which gives both heft and increased durability, while the hand-engraved signature of the blacksmith makes each knife definitively unique.

165mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥39,000
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Model C1S

Made with a satin-like finish accented by just Hatayama Hamono's signature, Model C1S is both elegant and eminently usable.

200mm, Stainless steel & Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥26,000
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Model H1

Made with a traditional polished finish and wave design, this medium-sized knife balances cutting efficiency with compactness for all-around practicality.

150mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥16,000
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Model H1S

Made with premium blue steel for the cutting edge and clad in stainless steel, this knife is easy to maintain with no compromise in sharpness.

150mm, Stainless steel & Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥20,000
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Model H2

Made with a smokey black finish, this medium-sized knife balances cutting efficiency with compactness for all-around practicality.

150mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥13,000
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Model N1

A knife with a top edge that slopes subtly down to align its point with the center axis of the handle for work that requires precise control. The unusual shape and mirror finish recall traditional Japanese swords as much as a kitchen knife. Model N1 is available exclusively via our web shop.

150mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥19,000
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Model N2

A knife with a top edge that slopes subtly down to align its point with the center axis of the handle for work that requires precise control. Finished in smokey black, the unusual shape recalls traditional Japanese swords as much as a kitchen knife. Model N2 is available exclusively via our web shop.

150mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥16,000
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Model R1

A nakiri with a rounded tip, Model R1 uses premium blue steel and like all of our knives, the blade is built with an unusually thick neck for longevity. The 15cm blade length is large enough to be efficient and small enough to be convenient for quick uses.

150mm, Hitachi Yasuki Aogami #2 Blue Steel
¥17,000
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Model R1S

A nakiri with a rounded tip, Model R1S uses premium blue steel for its cutting edge and is clad in stainless steel for easy maintenance. Like all of our knives, the blade is built with an unusually thick neck for longevity. The 15cm blade length is large enough to be efficient and small enough to be convenient for quick uses.