Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Nakiri 120mm yoshikane-skd It's designated as a "soft

It's designated as a "soft board" but still offers a robust surface ideal for a wide range of prep jobs while being kind to your knife edges

To get the most from your sharpening stone

simply soak both the stone fixer and the whetstone you are repairing in water for a couple of minutes until no bubbles appear from either and slowly work the stone fixer over the length of your stone

A superb example of design and performance in this extremely limited mid-sized gyuto from Tanaka san

A classic larger gyuto from Shibata's iconic range and a true laser profile will make short work of any ingredients

Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue #2 Nakiri 120mm yoshikane-skd It's designated as a "softFun to use for anyone prepping smaller vegetables, the Kurogane ko nakiri is an impressive value and quality small veg knife with a robust edge and durable core steel.