{"product_id":"sakai-jikko-joker-kurouchi-wa-santoku-knife-blue-super-steel-with-hammered-finish-18cm","title":"Sakai Jikko \"Joker\" Kurouchi Wa-Santoku Knife Blue Super Steel with Hammered Finish (18cm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"translation-preview-holder\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThis knife comes with a free sharpening ticket (valid for one year, one time only) \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/370274050_179765695171493_4318283243147664014_n_480x480.jpg?v=1697248796\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/370274050_179765695171493_4318283243147664014_n.jpg?v=1697248796\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis knife is made of one of the highest quality steel. While we can assure you enjoy the excellent sharpness and edge retention\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esome users may experience chipping on the blade. In many cases it is caused by rough use of honing rods, which we do not recommend for this type of hard and razor-sharp thin blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMost of the chipping can be restored by whetstone sharpening, but this can be a little arduous. This sharpening ticket will save you from such an unfortunate case. Our professional sharpeners are here to take care of your first sharpening and maximise the performance and longevity of your knife. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sakai Jikko\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"230\" width=\"230\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/14241017_1767178060203534_563914941_a.jpg?v=1507386576\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"220\" width=\"329\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/jikko_showroom-min.jpg?v=1506221450\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSakai Jikko is Kaz's signature knife brand. Established in 1901, Jikko has more than 100 years of technology of Japanese knife making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir products are preferred by a number of professional chefs because of its superior sharpness and durability. To date, Jikko has made hundreds of thousands of knives and is widely trusted brand in Japan.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Kurouchi Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKurouchi（黒打）is a type of knives that are only polished the edge line and left with black residue appearing after forging and quenching. The black part of every Kurouchi looks different to each other and shows a little imperfection in their looks. However, this rustic design is aesthetically pleasing to eyes and feels traditional craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/products\/sakai_jikko_joker_santoku_1.jpg?v=1660097943\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade: Blue Super Steel (Aogami-Super)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/products\/sakai_jikko_joker_santoku_3.jpg?v=1660097944\u0026amp;width=700\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e・Blue Super Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpness　★★\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e★\u003cspan\u003e★ (5\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness\/durability　★★★\u003cspan\u003e★ ★ (5\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge retention  ★★★★ ★ (5\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEase of sharpening　\u003cspan\u003e★★★★☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRust resistance　\u003cspan\u003e★★★☆☆ (3\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured by Hitachi Metals,Ltd. Contains Carbon 1.4%, Tungsten 1.5%, Manganese 0.25%, Chromium 0.4%, Vanadium 0.4%, Rockwell Hardness 61-65 HRC. Very hard material made from the finest particle pure carbon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Super Steel （青鋼スーパー）is known for the highest sharpness and durability. Above the level of White Steel, Blue Steel contains smallest impurities as well as additional chrome and tungsten which makes the knives strong to wear and tear. With this mixture, Blue Steel is an ideal material for Japanese cutlery products. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a very narrow range of temperatures for hardening (Yakiire and quenching), and thus requires the blacksmith to be very skilled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"30\" width=\"365\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC reference (the higher, the better in sharpness, edge retention and longer lifetime)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice reference for general chef's knife 21cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Steel Super\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61-65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$$$ (\u003cspan\u003e$800-1500\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Steel 1 and 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61-64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$$ \u003cspan\u003e($500-1200)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Steel 1 and 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61-64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$ \u003cspan\u003e($300-800)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Japanese SK Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$ \u003cspan\u003e($100-200)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuited for both right and left handers as the blade is aligned 50:50.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle: Laurel wood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe laurel wood handle gives a mature impression and massive feeling when held in hand. This curvy shape was created in collaboration with a furniture designer, which is meant to give the most stable and comfortable grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/286491708_318342123823719_3859274714381193721_n_480x480.jpg?v=1655009432\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/286491708_318342123823719_3859274714381193721_n.jpg?v=1655009432\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife comes with an individual knife box, which is good for a storage when not used and is presentable for gift purposes. Use of knife sheath is recommended only when you take the knife outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the knives are pre-sharpened to the optimal result. They are ready for the first cut! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3 Simple Steps to keep your carbon steel knives away from rust and in a good condition.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003ewash\u003c\/span\u003e the knife after use. Use cleanser if you have one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003ePour boiling water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e onto the knife, then dry with wiping cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eRub with vegetable oil\u003c\/span\u003e and wipe it with tissue paper, this is to prevent the knife having direct contact to the air. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor everyday use you can apply step 1 and 2 only. However if you store the knife for a long period including step 3 is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnife for a Good Cause - We donate $2 for every knife sold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6JHrRC7LuMg?si=gZJxcSluvw-dd9yV\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour knife will save someone's life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe started a corporate partnership with \u003cstrong\u003eCancer Council Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e in July 2024. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy purchasing knives from us, you will automatically participate in this campaign as we collect $2 from the sales of every knife product. Say if you purchase 2 knives, we donate $4 on behalf of you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, visit https:\/\/kazsknifeonline.com.au\/pages\/knife-for-a-good-cause\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKaz's Knife \"No worries, Minor-Issue Warranty\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xpX_DcwSzks\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been used for a while, even good knives can get chipped and rusty as seen in the above video, but don't worry! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the minor issues can be fixed by sharpening on a #400-#1000 whetstone. We have tutorial videos for you to learn how to use whetstone. However, it might seem a bit hard work to get it done by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaz's knife is offering \"Minor-issue warranty\" which covers small chips and rust on the knives you purchased from us. You can always contact us when you feel your knife became dull, chipped, rusty, etc. We fix those minor issues and send the sharpened knife back to you, mostly \u003cspan\u003efor free of charge!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(depending on how much work is required, also you bear the postage for sending the knife to us)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e(*) Please be advised, we do not warrant major issues caused by misuses such as dropped, cutting bones or frozen food, putting too much force into hard materials, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship products from Melbourne with Australia Post. Delivery for stocked items takes 1-4 business days depending on your location. Please allow extra 2-3 business days for an international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eFree shipping applies above $250 orders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReturn policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur policy lasts 7 days. If 7 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree merits to have good, quality kitchen knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Better sharpness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproving the cut quality of the kitchen knife, we can promise that \"your cooking will be more delicious\", \"your cooking time will be reduced\", and \"cooking will be more fun\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. It is easy to re-sharpen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince quality kitchen knives do not have distortion, sharpening will become easier. Just as important as the cut quality of a kitchen knife is that it is easy to sharpen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. It retains its sharpness for longer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use quality kitchen knives, you can extend the intervals between when you need to re-sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMessage from Kaz and Harry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"308\" width=\"308\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/kaz_and_harry.jpg?v=1507389013\u0026amp;width=700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Good knife will change your life\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe best shortcut to improving your cooking is to change to a good sharp kitchen knife.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the knife cuts well, the ingredients will taste delicious. And a delicious dish puts a smile on the face of the people who eat it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe want you to make life itself more fun by changing your kitchen knife. Let us guide you to choose the good knife to change your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_yn\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_e7\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_5x46\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clearfix _5va3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"js_xv\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' class=\"_5pbx userContent\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sakai Jikko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48061069230243,"sku":"yee1788021219452","price":200.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8802\/3459\/files\/sakai-jikko-joker-kurouchi-wa-santoku-knife-blue-super-steel-with-hammered-finis_1.jpg?v=1788021224","url":"https:\/\/www.warmstonehouse.shop\/products\/sakai-jikko-joker-kurouchi-wa-santoku-knife-blue-super-steel-with-hammered-finish-18cm","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}