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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.

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

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

£93.19
£93.19
Hatsukokoro Hikari 160mm Nakiri Stainless Clad SLD Hinoki Handle

Hatsukokoro Hikari 160mm Nakiri Stainless Clad SLD Hinoki Handle

£108.10
£108.10
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

£85.73
£85.73
Sentan 170mm Chinese Cleaver Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki

Sentan 170mm Chinese Cleaver Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki

£96.91
£96.91
Hatsukokoro Hikari 150mm Ko-Santoku Stainless Clad SLD Hinoki Handle

Hatsukokoro Hikari 150mm Ko-Santoku Stainless Clad SLD Hinoki Handle

£99.89
£99.89
Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

£281.79
£281.79
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

£70.82
£70.82
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 135mm Ajisaki Ginsanko Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 135mm Ajisaki Ginsanko Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£234.08
£234.08
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 270mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 270mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£372.74
£372.74
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Ginsanko Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Ginsanko Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£380.20
£380.20
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 165mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 165mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

£403.31
£403.31
Hatsukokuro Kurogane 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Mono Ebony Handle

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

£93.19
£93.19
Sentan 190mm Chinese Cleaver Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi

Sentan 190mm Chinese Cleaver Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi

£104.37
£104.37
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

£512.15
£512.15
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

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

£512.15
£512.15
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony & Horn Handle

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony & Horn Handle

£434.62
£434.62
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

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

£597.88
£597.88
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£392.87
£392.87
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 330mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£464.44
£464.44
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Yanagi Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn Handle

£411.51
£411.51
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

£753.68
£753.68
Hatsukokoro Shirasagi 180mm Deba Ginsanko Wenge Handle

Hatsukokoro Shirasagi 180mm Deba Ginsanko Wenge Handle

£234.83
£234.83
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

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

£567.31
£567.31
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

£742.50
£742.50
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 180mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 180mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

£445.80
£445.80
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

£676.15
£676.15
Yoshikane Hamono 150mm Honesuki Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 150mm Honesuki Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Nashiji Teak Handle

£348.89
£348.89
Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 330mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Black Buffalo Horn

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

£644.84
£644.84
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

£2,762.01
£2,762.01
Nigara Hamono 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Karin Burl Double Horn

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

£1,634.84
£1,634.84
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

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

£520.35
£520.35
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

£753.68
£753.68
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 210mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 210mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

£574.77
£574.77