Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Extra Tall Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple

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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Extra Tall Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple

Name: Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Extra Tall Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple
Brand: Yoshikane
SKU: YxH-SKD-ETG240-DM
Price: 539.0 GBP
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Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Extra Tall Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple

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Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel

SKD Core w/Stainless Nashiji Clad

Hardness

63 HRC

54 Soft 67 Hard

Maintenance

Moderate

3 / 5

How to care for this steel

Style

Gyuto

Blade Material

SKD Core w/Stainless Nashiji Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Dark Maple

Bevel

Double Bevel

Edge Length

~244mm

Overall Length

400mm

Spine Thickness Heel/Mid

3.2mm/2.4mm

Blade Height @ Heel

56.5mm

Weight

223g

An In Depth Look

Blade Type

The Gyuto is the do-it-all, general purpose chef's knife. If you are looking for an all-rounder that can handle daily veg and protein prep and portioning, this is the one! A 210mm edge length is the most common, but try a 240mm if you prefer larger knives.

Steel Type Read

Japanese SKD steel is a high-carbon, semi stainless steel much like Aogami 2 in it’s performance and sharpening feel. It can take an extremely fine edge, has excellent edge retention and is a joy to use when crafted by experienced craftsman. It will still patina lightly over time like other semi-stainless steels, without the added corrosion risk.

Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Sanjo·Blacksmith

Yoshikane

Sanjo, Niigata

The 4th generation of the Yoshikane forging line, working continuously from Sanjo since 1919.

Coordinates

37.7°N · 138.9°E

Signature

SKD and White #2 steel knives

Steels

Shirogami #2SKD-11

With a history spanning over 100 years, Yoshikane Hamono stands among Japan’s most revered knifemakers, a name synonymous with exceptional craftsmanship and understated refinement. Based in Sanjo, Niigata, their blades have earned global recognition for their performance, balance, and meticulous finish.

One of their most celebrated offerings is the SKD steel series, featuring a semi-stainless high-carbon core clad in stainless steel. The blades showcase a distinctive wide-bevel grind with a shallow hammer texture that sits stylistically between nashiji and kurouchi finishes. Paired with traditional burnt chestnut handles, each knife reflects Yoshikane’s dedication to consistency, craftsmanship, and timeless design.

Built for serious cooks who value cutting performance as much as aesthetic harmony, Yoshikane knives represent the finest of Japan’s blacksmithing legacy.

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Perfect!

This knife is absolutely gorgeous! Hair splitting sharp out of the box with perfect fit and finish. Do not hesitate to purchase, if you can manage to get your hands on one! 😉

Excellent knife

Extremely sharp out the box. Decent food release, maintenance seems easier than my other carbon steel knives. I like the blade height and the transition from the spine to the edge.