{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-kurozome-sg2-kiritsuke-210-mm-ebony-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Kiritsuke 210 mm Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA premium Japanese Kiritsuke that combines SG2 powdered steel with Hatsukokoro's breathtaking Ryuhyo Kurozome Damascus finish. Built for chefs and passionate home cooks who demand exceptional cutting performance, outstanding edge retention, and refined Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Precision of a Japanese Kiritsuke\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKiritsuke\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Japan's most iconic knife profiles, traditionally reserved for experienced chefs. 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