Hinoura Ajikataya Sujihiki Knife 240mm – Kurouchi Finish, White #2 Steel
Dishwasher Safe : No
- Forged by Mutsumi Hinoura – 4th Generation Bladesmith
The Hinoura Ajikataya Sujihiki Knife 240mm is a hand-forged Japanese slicing knife designed for effortless precision when cutting meat, fish, or large vegetables. This long, narrow blade is part of the Ajikataya (味方屋) series by Mutsumi Hinoura, a master fourth-generation bladesmith based in Sanjō, Niigata—a region celebrated for its rich blacksmithing heritage.
Crafted from premium Shirogami / White #2 carbon steel (白紙二号鋼), the blade features a traditional kurouchi (黒打ち) finish that helps protect against rust while showcasing the character of hand-forged steel. The Sujihiki’s slim profile reduces drag for clean, elegant slices—ideal for carving roasts, trimming proteins, or slicing sashimi.
The handle is made from natural chestnut wood in a traditional octagonal (八角) shape, providing a comfortable, secure grip that balances the long blade beautifully.
Every Ajikataya knife embodies shokunin (職人) tradition and precision, making it a prized tool for chefs who demand excellence in every cut.
Important Note: This knife requires special care. Please refer to our FAQ page for detailed instructions.
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Customer Reviews
Nice knife bought as a gift. Hasn’t been gifted yet. A few scuffs and scratches on the blade that I wasn’t expecting. I thought about returning, but not worth the hassle.
Thank you for your feedback! The marks you’re seeing are a natural part of the kurouchi (blacksmith) finish. This finish is intentionally left from the forging process to protect the blade and highlight its handcrafted nature. Each knife has its own unique texture and pattern, which makes it one of a kind. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the exceptional performance of your Shirogami steel knife.
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I have quality Henkel knives, but this knife has a sharpness beyond what these knives can do. It's an important tool in my knife kit. I'm hopeful that it will be durable and have lasting power. So far, I am enjoying the experience of using it!
Great seasoning right off out of the box.
I’m a salmon and trout angler. I was happy with using this tool to pin bone pink salmon as it was able to pull two out at a time. I tried it on a fresh chinook last night though and wasn’t very impressed, I think needle nose pliers would have been more effective.
Received my carbon stainless steel wok extremely fast , customer support Natalie was extremely helpful with my questions and even provided resources to help me. 10/10, amazing site I can't believe I was hesitant at first. Will definitely be buying again from here, much better than big box stores - extremely high quality product.
Outstanding service. Super fast delivery. Awesome quality knife. Everything as advertised. TOP GUN!
Amazing knife set. Even the siccors is super sharp.
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My partner and I were so amazed by how we can already slice our fruits and vegetables with ease. We plan to collect all knife types!
It's like cutting through a cloud. Worth the money.
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