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product_id: 15365076
title: "Hayate Hinoura Kurouchi Black-Forged Blue Steel Stainless Clad Santoku Multipurpose Knife (7\" (180mm) & Saya)"
brand: "yoshihiro"
price: "$823.97"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 2
category: "Yoshihiro"
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region: United States of America
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# Rockwell Hardness 63 for razor-sharp edge Handcrafted Octagonal Stabilized Maple Burl handle Durable Kurouchi finish resists corrosion Hayate Hinoura Kurouchi Black-Forged Blue Steel Stainless Clad Santoku Multipurpose Knife (7" (180mm) & Saya)

**Brand:** yoshihiro
**Price:** $823.97
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your culinary game with precision forged for pros.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hayate Hinoura Kurouchi Black-Forged Blue Steel Stainless Clad Santoku Multipurpose Knife (7" (180mm) & Saya) by yoshihiro
- **How much does it cost?** $823.97 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- yoshihiro enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yoshihiro brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Artisan Comfort Grip:** Ergonomic octagonal stabilized maple burl handle with water buffalo horn bolster ensures balanced, fatigue-free control.
- • **Elegant & Safe Storage:** Includes a handcrafted magnolia wood Saya sheath, blending style with blade protection.
- • **Precision Edge Mastery:** Blue Steel #2 core delivers unmatched sharpness and edge retention for flawless cuts every time.
- • **Ambidextrous Versatility:** Double-edged blade design crafted for both left- and right-handed chefs, maximizing kitchen efficiency.
- • **Corrosion-Resistant Durability:** Kurouchi finish shields the blade from rust and wear, keeping your knife pristine with minimal upkeep.

## Overview

The Yoshihiro Hayate Hinoura Kurouchi Santoku is a 7-inch multipurpose chef’s knife featuring a Blue Steel #2 stainless-clad core with a Rockwell hardness of 63, ensuring exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Its double-edged blade suits both left- and right-handed users, complemented by a handcrafted octagonal stabilized maple burl handle with a water buffalo horn bolster for superior grip and balance. Finished with a durable Kurouchi coating and paired with a magnolia wood Saya sheath, this knife combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern performance and elegant storage.

## Description

Our Yoshihiro Hayate ZDP-189 Super High Carbon Stainless Steel Santoku is a state of the art Handcrafted Japanese Chef’s knife. ZDP-189 is a high carbon steel that sits at the forefront of next generation steel developed in Japan to maximize cutting performance and edge retention like no other before it. With a HRC scale of 66-67, this knife will make and keep its superior edge for an extreme period of time. It is perfect for those professionals who have daily high-volume prep work for extended hours. The ZDP-189 core is clad with a softer stainless steel to add to its durability and ease of maintenance, and comes equiped with an ambidextrous Octagonal Yew wood handle. It takes a very high degree of skill to create knives of such exceptional performance and exquisite beauty with a steel of this caliber and is a testament to the extraordinary skill of the artisans. The most versatile and one of the most popular knives that a cook can have today is a Japanese all purpose chef's knife known as a Santoku knife. Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chef's knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.

Review: The Best High Carbon SS Santoku Chef Knife! - This knife is beautiful, sturdy and well balance. Also, made from the best material the ZDP-189 Super Blue Stainless Steel only Masters can forged! Love this knife!
Review: Excellent knife. It is sharp and nicely weighted - Excellent knife. It is sharp and nicely weighted. The tip is designed for just this purpose.I have to say that Yoshihiro knives are awesome! Hard steel and can cut anything you want.

## Features

- The Blue Steel #2 stainless-clad core offers exceptional sharpness and edge retention with a Rockwell hardness of 63.
- The double-edged blade design makes it versatile for a variety of cutting tasks, suitable for both left- and right-handed users.
- Features a handcrafted Octagonal Stabilized Maple Burl handle paired with a water buffalo horn bolster (color varies), ensuring comfort and a balanced grip.
- Comes with a magnolia wood Saya cover for safe and elegant blade storage.
- The stainless cladding is highly stain-resistant, except for the exposed blue steel core of the knife's edge.
- The Kurouchi finish adds durability and provides resistance to corrosion, with the edge being the only area requiring regular drying and oiling to prevent rust.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00BCOXWDK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #786,344 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #610 in Santoku Knives |
| Blade Color | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Double Edged |
| Blade Length | 7 Inches |
| Blade Material | Blue Steel #2 Stainless Clad |
| Brand | Yoshihiro |
| Color | Silver |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (2) |
| Date First Available | February 7, 2013 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00700736840795 |
| Handle Material | Stabilized Maple Burl |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Item Length | 13 Inches |
| Item Weight | 15.2 ounces |
| Item model number | ZDPSA180SVEHNR |
| Manufacturer | Yoshihiro Cutlery |
| Material | Blue Steel #2 Stainless Clad |
| Size | 7" |
| UPC | 700736840795 |

## Product Details

- **Blade Edge:** Double Edged
- **Blade Material:** Blue Steel #2 Stainless Clad
- **Brand:** Yoshihiro
- **Color:** Silver
- **Handle Material:** Stabilized Maple Burl

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best High Carbon SS Santoku Chef Knife!
*by R***G on August 17, 2021*

This knife is beautiful, sturdy and well balance. Also, made from the best material the ZDP-189 Super Blue Stainless Steel only Masters can forged! Love this knife!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent knife. It is sharp and nicely weighted
*by J***A on January 30, 2015*

Excellent knife. It is sharp and nicely weighted. The tip is designed for just this purpose.I have to say that Yoshihiro knives are awesome! Hard steel and can cut anything you want.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-12*