{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-5-pc-kit-free-stand","title":"Hatsukokoro Hikari 5 pc kit + Free Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick the links below for more information on the included items\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-petty-130mm?_pos=2\u0026amp;amp;_sid=7615fdd1c\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePetty 130 mm \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-nakiri-160mm?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=7615fdd1c\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eNakiri 160 mm \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-bunka-170-mm?_pos=3\u0026amp;amp;_sid=7615fdd1c\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBunka 170 mm \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-kiritsuke-gyuto-205-mm?_pos=5\u0026amp;amp;_sid=7615fdd1c\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eKiri-Gyuto 205 mm \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-gyuto-210mm?_pos=4\u0026amp;amp;_sid=7615fdd1c\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eGyuto 210 mm \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/leather-knife-stand?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=9a9659178\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBlack Leather Tilt Stand \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blacksmith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHatsukokoro brings in masters of smithing, sharpening, and handle making to ensure quality, and a high attention to detail on their knives, so you know that you will be getting an amazing work knife. Based out of the industrial city of Amagasaki , Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, Hatsukokoro offers a wide breadth of handcrafted blades, sourcing from a variety of knife making regions across Japan. Their offerings are diverse in price point and profile, making them a great option for both industry guys and home cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Knife\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe petty knife is great for all the little random tasks you come across in your day to day life in the kitchen. If you're a professional looking for something compact and nimble you can use on the line during service, perform various butchery tasks and small vegetable prep this is a great option. Likewise if you're a home cook these make great knives to leave out on the counter during the day to help with small breakfast and lunch tasks like cutting up fruit, maybe slicing a tomato and cutting a sandwich in half, before getting the Chef's knife out for larger dinner prep. These are great little knives that are an essential for both home cooks and professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Nakiri is designed as a vegetable knife, its flat profile and tall blade make using an up and down, push and pull chopping motion very easy and its large surface area makes it a great scoop. Great for vegetarians and vegans or anyone who finds themselves chopping up large amounts of vegetables. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kiritsuke is very similar to the Gyuto, but has a flatter profile (less curvy blade) and the more aggressive \"reverse tanto\" or \"k-tip”. Its design helps it excel at slicing tasks and chopping vegetables large and small. It is generally used in an up and down chopping motion, so if you prefer to rock chop, a Gyuto may be a better choice. Single beveled versions are said to be the most versatile knife shape (though the Gyuto gives it a run for its money). Double beveled versions are more user friendly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bunka is a mid-sized, all-purpose knife that is compact, nimble, and handles many tasks. It's a touch shorter than the Gyuto and Kiritsuke, making it easier to wield and less intimidating to use. The \"reverse tanto\" or \"K-tip\" gives the user more travel for their guide finger toward the tip of the knife, which is super handy for tasks that require precise tip work, like brunoise shallot or garlic. It's great at slicing smaller proteins and flying through any mid-sized vegetable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Gyuto is an all purpose knife and the Japanese equivalent to the western chef's knife;  210mm is the equivalent of the standard 8 inch variation of that knife. From slicing, dicing, chopping, and carving the Gyuto can do it all. It is without question, the most versatile knife shape available and a great choice for both home cooks and professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/i1WsRFdAYmg\" title=\"How to Maintain a Stainless Steel Knife\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Care (Stainless Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough this knife is made from semi stainless steel we do still encourage our customers to keep their knives as dry and clean as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNO DISHWASHER - the high heat will ruin the wooden handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash and dry by hand using regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the knife is dry before being put away for storage and ensure the edge of the knife is protected to avoid any unnecessary dulling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SHARP Knife Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67605094957372,"sku":null,"price":777.53,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3105\/2666\/files\/Japanese-Knife-Kurogane-Kurouchi-Santoku-165mm-12.jpg?v=1790781991","url":"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-hikari-5-pc-kit-free-stand","provider":"SHARP Knife Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}