Crafted in Sakai, Japan by renowned blacksmith Kikuchiyo and sharpened by Rou sharpener, these stunning knives are well finished with a beautiful mirror polish. Made from Ginsan stainless steel, these very special Gyuto represent outstanding quality and value.
- Hitohira Kikuchiyo Rou Japanese Knife
- 240mm Gyuto Knife
- Mirror Polished
- Kikuchiyo 菊千代 Blacksmith
- Rou Sharpener
- Ginsan (Silver) #3, Stainless Clad
- Ebony Handle, Buffalo Ferrule
- Hand-Crafted in Japan
- Edge Length: 197mm |Overall Length: 352mm | Blade Height: 49mm | Weight: 177g
- Blade Thickness: (A) 2.4 (B) 2.2 (C) 0.7
* As our Japanese chef knives are hand-made, small variations in size and appearance may occur, and measurements and images are a guide only.
Japanese Kitchen Knife | Gyuto (Chef Knife)
The Gyuto, or Japanese chef knife, is widely considered to be the most versatile kitchen knife for both professional chefs & home cooks alike.
With a variety of sizes and shapes available, generally the Gyuto is similar to western style chef knives in shape, however thinner, lighter, made of harder steel and retains a sharper edge. They consist of a flat mid-heel section for chopping, a curve towards the tip for rock cutting and a pointed tip for precision work.
If you are going to purchase just 1 good knife, the Gyuto (or perhaps the similar Santoku) would absolutely be the knife to choose.