Kohetsu White #2 Nakiri 165mm

Kurouchi means black finish in Japanese - the as-forged surface left on the blade after the blacksmith completes the forging process. On the Kohetsu White #2 line, the kurouchi finish covers soft iron cladding that wraps a White #2 carbon steel core, giving each knife a rustic, purposeful appearance that reflects the hammer-forged tradition of Sanjo City, Japan. White #2 at 62 HRC is prized among sharpeners for its purity and its response on quality water stones - it takes one of the finest edges available in a kitchen knife steel and gives it back quickly between sessions. Made exclusively for CKTG.

The nakiri is Japan's dedicated vegetable knife, with a flat edge, a tall blade, and a squared tip, built entirely for push-cutting produce. This is a substantial nakiri with excellent knuckle clearance and board coverage. White #2 in a nakiri is a rewarding combination: the edge purity and sharpness of this steel deployed in the knife format that benefits most from precise cutting. The kurouchi cladding develops a protective patina with use that adds character over time. The even, double-bevel grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks.

What Customers Are Saying: One reviewer bought this as a gift for a friend and calls it wicked sharp out of the box and nicely balanced, praising the rounded tip and overall finish as great value. Another describes it as a steal at the price - super sharp, a great chopping tool that cruises through vegetables, and good-looking on top of it. The Kohetsu fit and finish draws consistent praise across the review set.

Care Instructions: White #2 is a reactive carbon steel, and soft iron cladding is also reactive - both the edge and the cladding will patina naturally with use. The kurouchi (black forge) finish on the cladding helps protect the flanks, and the patina that develops adds further protection over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the blade. Hand wash only; never put it in the dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - White #2 at 62 HRC is one of the easiest carbon steels to sharpen and takes an exceptionally fine edge. Strop regularly between sharpenings.

Brand: Kohetsu

CKTG Exclusive - Available Only at CKTG

Location: Sanjo City, Japan

Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged

Edge Steel: White #2 (Shirogami #2) Carbon Steel

Cladding: Soft Iron

HRC: 62

Finish: Kurouchi (Black Forge)

Edge Grind: Even (50/50), Double Bevel

Handle: Walnut Octagonal

Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood

Weight: 4.9 oz (140 g)

Blade Length: 162 mm

Total Length: 308 mm

Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm

Blade Height: 50 mm