{"title":"Top 6","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDiscover our Top 6 Knives Collection – a carefully curated selection for every kitchen. Exceptional sharpness, reliable quality, and refined design trusted by both professional and home chefs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mujun-mt-fuji-higonokami-pocket-knife-80mm","title":"Mujun Mt. Fuji Higonokami Pocket Knife 80mm (3.1\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eA knife with a view—literally. When closed, the \u003cstrong\u003eFuji Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e transforms into a miniature landscape, with the blade forming Mt. Fuji and the brass handle depicting the iconic pine grove of Miho no Matsubara in Shizuoka. 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Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or as a symbol of your admiration for Japanese craftsmanship. Give a gift that is both beautiful to behold and a pleasure to use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHigonokami is \u003cstrong\u003ethe most famous Japanese pocket knife\u003c\/strong\u003e. It enjoys the same kind of fame in Japan as the Swiss army knife does in Switzerland and around the globe. Compact and well-crafted, the Fuji Knife is ideal for slicing fruit, opening packaging, or gifting to those who value thoughtful design and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the Higonokami pocket knife is \u003cstrong\u003ebased on the katana\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is not a coincidence, since knife manufacturing is deeply embedded in the samurai tradition. The knife first appeared in 1896 in response to reforms in the 19th century, which banned the production of weapons, so blacksmiths began to produce knives, among others also these small pocket Higonokamis. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is forged from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\" title=\"Shirogami steel\"\u003eShirogami #2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a traditional high-carbon Japanese steel. Due to its balanced composition, it can achieve a hardness of over 60 HRC, resulting in a long-lasting and incredibly sharp edge. This steel is not stainless and will develop a unique protective patina over time. To maintain its performance, simply \u003cstrong\u003ewipe the blade dry\u003c\/strong\u003e after use and apply oil regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe core layer is sandwiched between two layers of softer steel This technique is called \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\" title=\"San-mai damascus\"\u003ewarikomi\u003c\/a\u003e and is used to protect the hard (but delicate) core from outside factors and physical impacts, which could lead to breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a double \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Geometry\" href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\"\u003ebevel (symmetrical) blade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINSIH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Migaki finish\" href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003ekuro-uchi finish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and features a beautiful wavy line, marking a point where different layers of steel meet and seamlessly blend into each other. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handle is made of \u003cstrong\u003ebrass with engraved decorative elements\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The main advantage of this steel is its excellent rust resistance, easy maintenance, and exceptional edge retention, ensuring a knife that remains sharp over time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGinrei series\u003c\/strong\u003e proves that great Japanese knives don’t have to be complicated. At the core lies ginsanko stainless steel (63 HRC) in san-mai construction — known for its carbon-like sharpness, excellent rust resistance, and easy sharpening. The blade features a traditional nashiji finish, whose subtle pear-skin texture was historically introduced by blacksmiths to visually connect classic carbon steels with newer stainless steels like ginsanko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/santoku-knives-multi-purpose\"\u003eSantoku\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the most versatile and efficient blade shapes in the kitchen, perfect for slicing, dicing, and chopping meat, fish, and vegetables. Its wide blade makes it easy to scoop and transfer ingredients, while the relatively flat edge excels at straight-down chopping and push-cutting on the cutting board. The slightly curved belly allows for gentle rocking, and the rounded tip adds precision for more delicate prep work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHitachi's Silver III steel, also named \u003ca title=\"Ginsanko steel\" href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\"\u003eGinsan steel or Ginsanko\u003c\/a\u003e, was hardened to around 63 HRC. Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), Ginsan steel will resist corrosion very well. Despite it being a stainless steel, it feels and behaves very similarly to carbon steels, due to its extremely pure composition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLAMINATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe core layer consisting of the harder Ginsan steel was sandwiched between two layers of softer steel. This technique is called \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\" title=\"Lamination\"\u003esan-mai\u003c\/a\u003e and is used to protect the hard (but delicate) core from outside factors and physical impacts, which could lead to breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" title=\"Geometry\"\u003edouble bevel (symmetrical) blade\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe cutting edge is sharpened to a 50\/50 angle and stays sharp even after hours of constant use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003epear‑skin (nashiji) texture\u003c\/a\u003e on the stainless cladding contrasts beautifully with the polished ginsanko core, separated by a soft kasumi line that highlights the blade’s layered construction. The etched kanji on the right side adds an extra touch of character. The textured surface also hides small scratches that appear with regular use, keeping the knife looking great over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choil and spine have been carefully smoothed, providing a comfortable grip and easy handling during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife features an \u003cstrong\u003eoctagon Japanese\u003c\/strong\u003e (Wa) style handle made out of \u003cstrong\u003eebony wood\u003c\/strong\u003e. The octagon shape of the handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, allowing for precise control during use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53434039632218,"sku":"420118251920","price":136.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Santoku_Ginsanko_Nashiji_170_mm_Mono_ebony_handle__420118251920_1.jpg?v=1770367732"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-mercury-kiri-gyuto-kurozome-damascus-210mm-mono-olivewood","title":"Hatsukokoro Mercury Kiri-Gyuto Kurozome Damascus 210mm (8.3\") [Mono Olivewood]","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfectly designed for professional kitchens, the \u003cstrong\u003eHatsukokoro Kiri-Gyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e is ultra-lightweight and exceptionally well-balanced, offering control even during long prep sessions. Its laser-thin blade, forged from SG2 powder steel, delivers precise cuts and great out-of-the-box sharpness—a truly high-performance knife. Finished with multi-layer Damascus cladding that pops with an acid-etched design, it combines performance, durability, and striking aesthetics in one heirloom-quality knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, this knife combines precision, balance, and functionality: laser-thin, excellent food release, ergonomic, and perfectly engineered geometry—truly 10\/10 in feel and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Kiri-Gyuto combines the elegance of a traditional single-bevel kiritsuke with everyday versatility of a gyuto. Perfect for slicing steak, fish, and vegetables, and handles prep with ease. Given its 210 mm length, this knife offers exceptional precision while allowing you to handle larger ingredients with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spine tapers gradually to a very thin, precise tip, allowing the blade to pass effortlessly through ingredients—one of the key reasons for its high performance. The fine tip excels at drawing cuts, enabling clean, slim slices and closer, more accurate work with excellent control. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe blade is also thin at the edge where it matters most, delivering excellent cutting efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe belly of the blade is slightly curved and the overall blade is wider, which differentiates it from a standard, flatter kiritsuke shape and makes it a sort of kiritsuke-gyuto hybrid. This means that the knife can be utilized well for rocking motions, too.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a height of nearly 50 mm, it offers generous knuckle clearance for a pinch grip and plenty of ground clearance to use on the cutting board.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe balance point sits just above the choil, resulting in a fairly neutral, well-controlled feel in hand.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*The blade measures 215mm (from heel to tip), although the manufacturer’s specifications list it as 210mm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEEL:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSG2 steel is a powder steel, renowned for its hardness and subsequent edge retention—due to a high carbon (C) content of 1.5%. The steel is also high in chromium (Cr)—around 15%, which adds to corrosion resistance and Molybdenum (Mo) that improves the blade’s wear resistance. SG2 steel blades will be able to achieve a fine sharpness due to the fine microstructure of the steel and will keep it—without having to worry about maintenance and corrosion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLAMINATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe hard SG2 core is sandwiched between 15 layers of softer stainless steel on each side, finished with a striking Damascus pattern. This \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\" title=\"Lamination\"\u003esan-mai\u003c\/a\u003e construction protects the delicate core from impacts and everyday use while keeping the blade strong, durable, and resistant to breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\"\u003econvex\u003c\/a\u003e (hamaguri) grind features an outward-curving, clam-shaped edge inspired by traditional katana blades. It improves sharpness, food release, and edge strength by keeping more steel behind the edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade features a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003eblack-etched kurozome Damascus finish\u003c\/a\u003e, which is slightly raised—\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eallowing you to glide through different ingredients without drag or resistance. The spine and corners are carefully polished, with a flawlessly finished choil and polished edges for a refined, ergonomic feel. The rounded choil and spine prevent hand fatigue, even during extended use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLE:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe knife features a Japanese (Wa) \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/understanding-japanese-knife-handle-shapes\"\u003eoctagon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e handle crafted from a single piece of olive wood—an unusual choice for Japanese knives. Its slightly lighter density shifts the balance point subtly toward the handle, so with a pinch grip it feels slightly handle-heavy, but overall remains neutral and well-balanced. The handle is expertly finished with a tight seal and flawless fit. The warm tone of the olive wood beautifully complements the dark, etched Damascus blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/Ryuhyo_Kurozome_Damascus_Mono_Olivewood_---2.jpg?v=1771945438\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53680935371098,"sku":"420103121959","price":315.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/Mercury_Kiri-Gyuto_Kurozome_Damascus_210_mm_Mono_Olivewood__420103121959_1.jpg?v=1774947196"}],"url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/collections\/black-friday-top.oembed","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}