{"product_id":"toshihiro-wakui-white-2-kurouchi-nashiji-santoku-180mm","title":"Toshihiro Wakui White #2 Kurouchi Nashiji Santoku 180mm","description":"This item qualifies for \u003cstrong\u003eFree International Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your country doesn't show up at checkout, please contact us via \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/semiblack.sg\/\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e, we will add it for you.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCrafted in Sanjo, Niigata, by Toshihiro Wakui, the Kurouchi Nashiji series reflects the work of a highly regarded maker known for his exceptional grind and craftsmanship. A third generation blacksmith, Wakui-san transitioned from forging traditional tools like crowbars to kitchen knives, refining his skills under Kazuomi Yamamoto of Yoshikane. In just a few years, he established a reputation for producing blades with outstanding cutting performance and value.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis series features a Shirogami #2 (White #2) carbon steel core, hardened to 63 - 64 HRC, delivering excellent sharpness and a clean, precise cutting feel. The stainless steel cladding helps reduce maintenance, making it a practical option for those who want the benefits of carbon steel without the full upkeep. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWakui’s signature grind is on full display here - the blade is impressively thin behind the edge for effortless cutting, while maintaining stiffness along the spine for control and confidence. Combined with a well executed distal taper, this results in a knife that glides smoothly through ingredients with a responsive, satisfying feel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Type: Santoku\u003cbr\u003e\nCore: White #2 (Shirogami 2) Carbon Steel\u003cbr\u003e\nCladding: Stainless Steel Cladding\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle: Burnt Chestnut Octagonal Handle with Black Pakkawood Ferrule\u003cbr\u003e\nSpine Thickness at Heel: 3.1mm\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Height at Heel: 55mm\u003cbr\u003e\nHRC: 63-64\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 169g\u003cbr\u003e\nBlade Length: 183mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Length: 323mm","brand":"Toshihiro Wakui","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659017769118,"sku":"WAKUI-W2NASHI180SAN","price":390.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0478\/6313\/6414\/files\/b77e24a9d1a02b5d65b0e0ccfe576afa.jpg?v=1774952721","url":"https:\/\/www.semiblack.sg\/products\/toshihiro-wakui-white-2-kurouchi-nashiji-santoku-180mm","provider":"Semiblack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}