Collection: Hatsukokoro Knives
Hatsukokoro Knives hail from Amagasaki, Japan, born from the passion of H&K Co., a tight-knit group of knife enthusiasts dedicated to preserving Japanese cutlery traditions while pushing modern boundaries.
Based just outside Osaka, they collaborate with some of Japan’s finest artisans—master blacksmiths like Satoshi Nakagawa, Yu Kurosaki, and Shiro Kamo, alongside sharpeners like Myojin Riki—sourcing talent from renowned regions such as Sanjo, Tosa, and Sakai. These partnerships yield exceptional blades forged from high-performance steels like Aogami Super, HAP-40, and VG-10, often adorned with eye-catching Damascus patterns or rustic kurouchi finishes that highlight both form and function.
The name "Hatsukokoro," translating to “don’t forget your original intention,” embodies their ethos of honoring craftsmanship’s roots while delivering tools that inspire culinary creativity. Their diverse lineup—spanning sleek Hayabusa gyutos, versatile Shinkiro santokus, and robust nakiris—caters to professional chefs and home cooks alike, balancing affordability with top-tier cutting precision. Each knife is hand-finished, reflecting meticulous heat treatment and grinding that ensure lasting sharpness and durability for everything from delicate slicing to heavy-duty chopping. Hatsukokoro offers a gateway to authentic Japanese artistry with a modern twist—perfect for anyone serious about their blades.
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165mm Hatsukokoro Kumokage Aogami Damascus Wa Nakiri
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150mm Hatsukokoro Kumokage Wa Petty Utility
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180mm Hatsukokoro Kumokage Aogami Damascus Wa Bunka
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150mm Hatsukokoro Kumokage Aogami Damascus Wa Honesuki
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180mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa AS Santoku Wenge Wa Handle
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165mm Hatsukokoro Kurogane Aogami Santoku Wa Handle
Regular price $140.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
180mm Hatsukokoro Kurokaze Shirogami Gyuto Stabilized Birch Wa Handle
Regular price $185.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
210mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa AS Gyuto Wenge Wa Handle
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240mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa AS Gyuto Wenge Wa Handle
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270mm Yoshihiro Yauji AO2 Damascus Wa Yanagiba Blade
Regular price $300.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
165mm Hatsukokoro Kurosagi Aogami Super Wa Santoku
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270mm Yoshihiro Yauji AO2 Damascus Wa Yanagiba
Regular price $400.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
180mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa AS Bunka Wa Handle
Regular price $160.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
150mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa AS Petty Utility Wa Handle
Regular price $120.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
240mm Hatsukokoro Hayabusa ZDP189 Gyuto Wa Handle
Regular price $299.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
165mm Hatsukokoro Kurogane Aogami Wa Bunka ***REGRIND***
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130mm Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Wa Petty Utility
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170mm Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Wa Santoku
Regular price $155.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
240mm Shigeki Tanaka Aogami Wa Gyuto
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150mm Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Wa Petty Utility
Regular price $180.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
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