Kenshiro Hatono, Aogami Kurouchi Bunka 180(KH-2107)

Made in  Echizen

The Blacksmith

Kenshiro Hatono is a young and very talented smith who has been working as an apprentice under Katsuyasu Kamo in the Takefu knife village for about 5 years. He has opened his own business (2025) and will begin producing knives under his own name in larger quantities. We are very excited to have his knives in our shop and look forward to seeing him grow as a smith over the coming years. He is able to work with a variety of steels, can produce many different finishes and along with his excellent edge geometry we are expecting big things from him! 

The Knife 

This Bunka has a beautiful kurouchi finished blade -- truly a showstopper! 

Product Details:

• Steel Type: Aogami/Stainless Steel
• Hardness: Estimated HRC of 62-64
• Handle Material: Walnut// Macassar ebony
• Heel Height: 52mm
• Weight: 160g
• Edge Length: 180mm
• Handle: Wa

Care:

Carbon steel knives require immediate cleaning and thorough drying after each use to prevent rust. Hand-wash with warm soapy water, never use a dishwasher, and regularly apply food-safe mineral oil or camellia oil to the blade to protect it. A natural patina will develop over time, which helps protect the blade from corrosion. Store securely in a knife block, magnetic strip, or sheath.

Acidic Foods: Rinse immediately after cutting citrus, tomatoes, or onions to prevent discoloration.

Maintenance: Use wooden or plastic cutting boards; avoid glass, granite, steel, and bamboo. Use a ceramic honing rod regularly to maintain the edge.

Do not use for cutting bones, frozen food, or extremely hard items to avoid chipping.