{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-kikuzuki-kuro-gyuto-knife-210mm","title":"Sakai Kikumori Kikuzuki Kuro Gyuto Knife 210mm","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] 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\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:de5c951c-48a7-4a3e-b620-7a4fb42fcdae-93\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-163\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\" style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none;\"\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 data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"c381a22a-3a65-4838-a1bf-7c3307abcefd\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" 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\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eGyuto – The Japanese Chef’s Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eThe gyuto is the Japanese answer to the Western chef’s knife, designed as a true multipurpose blade. With a gently curved edge and pointed tip, it handles slicing, chopping and rocking with ease. Compared to heavier European knives, it’s thinner and more responsive, offering a clean, precise cutting feel across a wide range of ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eAt 210mm, this is a particularly versatile size — long enough for larger vegetables and proteins, while still feeling agile and manageable on a home kitchen board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"551\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eKurouchi – Blacksmith’s Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eKurouchi is the dark, textured finish left on the blade from the forging process. It gives the knife a rustic, traditional appearance while helping to reduce reactivity on the upper section of the blade. Over time, the finish will naturally wear and soften with use, developing its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"891\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eSakai Kikumori – Centuries of Sakai Knife Making\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSakai Kikumori\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eSakai Kikumori is a long-established knife brand based in Sakai, Osaka — one of Japan’s most important centres of kitchen knife production. Drawing on the city’s long history of specialist forging, sharpening, and handle fitting, Sakai Kikumori offers a wide range of Japanese kitchen knives that balance traditional craft with practical everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eWhite #2 Steel – Pure Carbon Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eWhite #2 is a traditional Japanese carbon steel known for its fine grain structure and ability to take a very keen edge. It sharpens easily on whetstones and responds well to regular maintenance, making it a strong choice for those who enjoy keeping their knives in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eAs with all carbon steels, the exposed edge will develop a patina over time and should be dried thoroughly after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1688\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a very nice range from Sakai Kikumori, the grind line is nice and high, the thick kurouchi finish gives it that dark, traditional look,\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewhile the White #2 steel keeps things simple and rewarding to sharpen. At 210mm, it hits that sweet spot — versatile, comfortable, and capable of handling almost anything you throw at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eBlade Shape: Gyuto\u003cbr data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eBlade Length: 210mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003eBlade Height:\u003cbr data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eSteel: White #2\u003cbr data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eConstruction:\u003cbr data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eCladding:\u003cbr data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eFinish: Kurouchi\u003cbr data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eHandle: Magnolia\u003cbr data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eHandle Type:\u003cbr data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003eHRC:\u003cbr data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003eBevel:\u003cbr data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eWeight:\u003cbr data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eHand wash only. Dry thoroughly after use. As a carbon steel knife, it will develop a natural patina and can rust if left wet. Wipe during use, especially when working with acidic ingredients. Use a wooden or soft plastic chopping board and sharpen on whetstones to maintain performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2913\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003eAge Verification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eThis is an age-restricted product. Your age will be verified at checkout, and again by the courier on delivery. 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