Kiritsuke · 270mm
Sakai Takayuki Aogami #2 Kiritsuke 270mm
堺孝行 — 堺 (Sakai)
$250 / ¥37,000
The Kiritsuke is traditionally reserved for the head chef (Itamae) in a Japanese kitchen — it is both a status symbol and a versatile tool. This Sakai Takayuki version uses Aogami #2 carbon steel with a k-tip (sword-tip) profile that handles both the work of a yanagiba and an usuba. Single-bevel and demanding to use, but supremely rewarding.
Type Kiritsuke (切付)
Steel Aogami #2
Brand 堺孝行
Blade Length 270mm
Weight 220g
Hardness 62-63 HRC
Handle Wa (Japanese)
Origin Sakai (堺)
Best For all-purpose
Key Features
- ◆ K-tip profile — unique sword-like shape
- ◆ Traditionally reserved for head chefs only
- ◆ Aogami #2 carbon steel
- ◆ Single-bevel — yanagiba + usuba in one
- ◆ 270mm for commanding presence
