Experience the Legacy of Samurai Craftsmanship with Moritaka Hamono

Chasing that dream of samurai precision? Begin your journey with a Moritaka Hamono blade, crafted by a family with over 725 years of heritage and 31 generations of master blacksmiths. To maintain the extraordinary sharpness of this blade, we recommend adding our professional sharpening service for a perfect edge.

Moritaka Hamono has transformed their sword-forging roots into crafting kitchen knives of unparalleled quality on the islands of Okinawa. The Aogami Super Kiritsuke 270mm is a true testament to this tradition, built for chefs who appreciate both history and performance.

About the Knife

This 270mm Kiritsuke, with its powerful Aogami Super core, delivers a remarkable balance of toughness and edge retention, wrapped in a traditional kurouchi finish for a unique look and practical food release. The blade’s 4.4mm thickness at the heel and hardness of 65 HRC make it ideal for precise cuts and demanding kitchen tasks, perfect for the seasoned chef familiar with Japanese knives.

Specifications

Weight: 250g

Blacksmith: Moritaka Hamono

Location: Yatsushiro, Japan

Construction: Hammer Forged Warikomi (In-house Forging)

Edge Steel: Aogami Super Steel

Cladding: Iron

Finish: Kurouchi

Hardness: 65 HRC

Blade Length: 275mm

Overall Length: 436mm

Thickness at Heel: 4.4mm

Blade Height: 56.6mm

Rediscover the essence of samurai tradition with the Moritaka Aogami Super Kiritsuke 270mm—a must-have for any serious chef seeking quality and legacy in a single blade.