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■Hypothetical New Price■
EU: over 120 EUR (plus shipping and import fees)
AU: over 150 AUD (plus shipping and import fees)
US: over 100 USD (plus shipping and import fees)
*All of the above prices are hypothetical estimates that I personally calculated. Actual retail prices may vary depending on the country and legal changes. While some brands or models may adjust prices by market or exchange rates, retail prices are generally set by the manufacturer or seller. These estimates are based on Tojiro, a brand widely sold in many countries, and are provided only as a reference.
■Item Description■
Condition : Excellent- (2.5) / Sharpened (Balanced focus on sharpness and chip resistance) / No Box
Blade length : 7.9 inches (200mm)
Overall length : 13.8 inches (350mm)
Spine Thickness at Base : 3.9mm
Item Weight : 4.4 oz (124g)
Blade Edge : Single-bevel (for right-handed)
Construction/Method : Kasumi
Blade Material : Carbon Steel (exact type unknown) with Soft Iron
HRC : Probably 58-62
Handle Material : Wood
Ferrule : Plastic
Country/Region of Manufacture : Hakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
Others : Not dishwasher-safe
・About this item
This is a carbon steel Yanagiba knife made in Hakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture—one of Japan’s lesser-known but respected knife-making regions.
The manufacturer has not disclosed which of the two is used. In Japan, it’s not unusual for makers—not just this one—to withhold the exact name of the steel. This reflects the craftsmen’s desire for their knives to be evaluated not only by the materials used but also by their skill and technique.
Personally, I feel that it might be White #2, but there’s a chance it could be something else.
The right side of the blade is engraved with the Japanese characters “Kura Ichimonji Genuine Forged.” Incidentally, knives made by makers or brands with the name "Ichimonji" are generally high-priced.
・What is Hakata Kura Ichimonji?
They were established in 1930 in Hakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, which is famous for its tonkotsu ramen. In addition to kitchen knives, they also produce scissors and carpentry tools, supporting the local industry in Hakata.
・Others
Please note that this knife is prone to rust across the entire blade surface. Be sure to wipe it dry thoroughly after each use, as it will rust quickly if left wet.
