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Japanese Funayuki Motokane Knife – Forged Aogami No. 1, Kurouchi finish, 150 to 165 mm

Japanese Funayuki Motokane Knife – Forged Aogami No. 1, Kurouchi finish, 150 to 165 mm

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The Motokane Funayuki Japanese knife comes from the knife-making tradition of Tosa, in Japan's Kochi Prefecture. Historically used for preparing fish, the Funayuki is also appreciated as a versatile knife for everyday tasks. Its hand-forged blade combines a cutting edge made of Aogami No. 1 carbon steel with mild steel, featuring a black Kurouchi finish characteristic of traditional Japanese knives.

Narrower than a Santoku and featuring a fine tip, this Funayuki makes precise cuts of fish, vegetables, and fruit easier. Motokane gives it a straighter cutting edge profile near the heel, allowing for fine cutting techniques such as katsuramuki (shaving into thin sheets). Available in 150 and 165 mm, it is suitable for both home cooking and outdoor preparation, with care appropriate for its carbon steel.

  • Brand / Signature: Motokane
  • Type: Japanese Funayuki knife
  • Use: Fish preparation, vegetables, fruits and general-purpose cooking
  • Available lengths: 150 / 165 mm
  • Blade steel: Aogami No. 1 (carbon steel)
  • Cladding steel: Mild steel
  • Manufacturing: Hand-forged
  • Finish: Kurouchi (black forge finish)
  • Sharpening: Double bevel
  • Handle material: Walnut wood
  • Handle shape: Maru Shinogi, for right-handed users
  • Ferrule: Plastic
  • Country of manufacture: Japan (Tosa)

150 mm version

  • Overall length: approximately 285 mm
  • Blade length: approximately 150 mm
  • Blade width at the heel: approximately 43 mm
  • Blade thickness: approximately 2.5 mm
  • Weight: approximately 110 g
  • Handle dimensions: 124 × 24 × 20 mm

165 mm version

  • Overall length: approximately 305 mm
  • Blade length: approximately 165 mm
  • Blade width at the heel: approximately 44 mm
  • Blade thickness: approximately 2.5 mm
  • Weight: approximately 120 g
  • Handle dimensions: 130 × 24 × 20 mm

Care and precautions

  • Rust-sensitive carbon steel: dry the blade immediately after each use.
  • Initial rust-resistant varnish: the blade is protected before shipping by a coating that may temporarily reduce the sharpness. Initial sharpening may be necessary.
  • The blade is supplied with a versatile edge geometry that can be adapted to the user's preferences.
  • Handcrafted manufacturing may result in slight scratches, dimensional variations, irregularities in the oxidation layer, or curves.
  • The Kurouchi finish does not make the blade rustproof.
  • Hand wash only. Do not use in the dishwasher or dryer.
  • Do not soak the wooden handle.
  • Avoid thick bones, frozen foods, and twisting motions.
  • Aogami No. 1 Steel: Japanese carbon steel providing a precise edge.
  • Hand-Forged in Tosa: Traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
  • Kurouchi Finish: Black surface resulting from the forging process.
  • Two Lengths Available: 150 and 165 mm.
  • Funayuki Profile: Relatively narrow blade with a fine tip, suitable for detailed work.
  • Straight-Edge Heel: Facilitates certain cutting and fine peeling techniques.
  • Double Bevel: Versatile use for fish, fruits, and vegetables.
  • Walnut Handle: Traditional Maru Shinogi profile for right-handed users.
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