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Hatsukokoro curates knives from skilled blacksmiths across Japan, bringing diverse regional styles under one name. “Hatsukokoro” means “First Heart,” reflecting a focus on foundational craftsmanship and quality. Instead of forging in-house, they partner with trusted makers to offer a wide variety of blades—each finished and sharpened to the brand’s high standards. Whether sourced from Tosa, Sakai, or Sanjo, Hatsukokoro knives emphasize thoughtful design, practical performance, and consistent quality. It’s a brand for cooks who appreciate variety, craftsmanship, and well-selected tools from across Japan’s knifemaking regions.

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Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$180.06
$180.06
Hatsukokuro Kurogane 120mm Ko-Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 120mm Ko-Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$165.66
$165.66
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$544.50
$544.50
Hatsukokuro Kurogane 80mm Ko-Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 80mm Ko-Bunka Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$136.85
$136.85
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Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$478.24
$478.24
Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$180.06
$180.06
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$524.34
$524.34
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Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 210mm Gyuto Aogami Super Kurouchi Carbon 3 Layers Walnut Handle

Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 210mm Gyuto Aogami Super Kurouchi Carbon 3 Layers Walnut Handle

$324.11
$324.11
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Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

$645.34
$645.34
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Hatsukokuro Sumi 80mm Petty Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

Hatsukokuro Sumi 80mm Petty Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

$148.37
$148.37
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Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$180.06
$180.06
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Hatsukokuro Sumi 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

Hatsukokuro Sumi 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

$203.11
$203.11
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Hatsukokuro Sumi 120mm Petty Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

Hatsukokuro Sumi 120mm Petty Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

$165.66
$165.66
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Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

$324.11
$324.11
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Hatsukokuro Kurogane 150mm Honesuki Kaku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 150mm Honesuki Kaku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$172.86
$172.86
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Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 165mm Santoku Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 165mm Santoku Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

$280.90
$280.90
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Hatsukokuro Kurogane 120mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Kurogane 120mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

$165.66
$165.66
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Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 180mm Bunka Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

Hatsukokoro Kurosagi 180mm Bunka Aogami Super Kurouchi San Mai Walnut Handle

$280.90
$280.90
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

$989.62
$989.62
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

$989.62
$989.62
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

$1,155.27
$1,155.27
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

$1,434.73
$1,434.73
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

$1,456.33
$1,456.33
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Masuda Yoshihide Kurozome 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Masuda Yoshihide Kurozome 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn Handle

$1,401.59
$1,401.59
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Masuda Yoshihide Kurozome 240mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Masuda Yoshihide Kurozome 240mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Black Buffalo Horn Handle

$1,430.40
$1,430.40
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

$1,096.21
$1,096.21
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Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Sujihiki Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Sujihiki Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

$1,140.87
$1,140.87
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

$1,456.33
$1,456.33
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 3 Abura Honyaki Kyomen Ebony Blonde Buffalo Horn

$1,306.52
$1,306.52
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 330mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 330mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

$1,246.02
$1,246.02
Nigara Hamono 360mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 2 Mizu Honyaki Karin Burl Double Horn

Nigara Hamono 360mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 2 Mizu Honyaki Karin Burl Double Horn

$5,337.01
$5,337.01
Nigara Hamono 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Karin Burl Double Horn

Nigara Hamono 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Karin Burl Double Horn

$3,158.99
$3,158.99
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

$1,005.46
$1,005.46