{"product_id":"motokyuuichi-nashiji-bunka-180-mm","title":"Motokyuuichi Nashiji Bunka 180 mm","description":"\u003ctable style=\"height: 195.938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBlade Length \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e210 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTotal Length \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e320 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSteel \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAogami (Blue #2) Iron Clad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eHandle \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWalnut\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFerrule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eRockwell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e61-63\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eHeight Spine to heel \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e51 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWidth at Spine \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e3.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e158 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6823%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBevel \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9567%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDouble (50\/50)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blacksmith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotokyuuichi knives are forged in Shimabara City by 4th and 5th generation smiths from the Maeda Family who took over the shop from the Kyuuichi family around 1895. Shoujirou Maeda focused on forging swords at this time but the business gradually transitioned to agricultural tools, hunting tools and craft knives as was typical at the time. They now focus much of their attention on Kitchen knives and offer affordable knives with great performance. The small team of craftsman lead by Maeda-san complete all of the knife making processes in house and use traditional techniques to complete the work including in hammer forging, sharpening and polishing. As far as we can tell, not much has changed in their shop for many years and stepping into their workspace feels like going back in time, just the way we like it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\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 class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/hEZOgRuZ8VQ\" title=\"How to Maintain an Iron Clad Knife!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Care (Iron Clad)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Knife is made from 3 layers of material; A layer of iron on each side protecting a layer of carbon steel at the core, in a process referred to as Sanmai or forge welding. Iron and carbon steel are both susceptible to rust and must be kept dry and clean at all time’s to avoid oxidation and discolouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever put your knife in the dishwasher! The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.\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":53963518705980,"sku":"MQ-23614","price":229.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3105\/2666\/files\/IMG_7005.jpg?v=1785956118","url":"https:\/\/sharpknifeshop.com\/products\/motokyuuichi-nashiji-bunka-180-mm","provider":"SHARP Knife Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}