{"product_id":"jinsei-houchou","title":"mina perhonen × KAMA-ASA Knife of life","description":"\u003c!-- 案内 --\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eSales of KAMA-ASA Knife of life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eKAMA-ASA Knife of life is no longer available at this time as we have reached our planned sales volume.\n    \u003cbr\u003eThe knife is currently available at mina parhonen call stores and online.\n    \u003cbr\u003eIf you are interested, please click the link below.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ボタン --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style =\"text-align:center; \"\u003e \n    \u003cbutton style=\"background-color: #383838; border-radius: 100px; padding: 10px 40px; border-color: #383838;   color:#ffffff\" type=\"button\" onclick=\"location.href='https:\/\/www.mina-perhonen.jp\/online_store\/EV1647'\"\u003e\n      \u003cb\u003emina parhonen Online Store\u003c\/b\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eAll-purpose kitchen knife widely used in Japanese households\u003cbr class=\"hidden-tablet-and-up\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantoku is an all-purpose kitchen knife with a long, straight blade for cutting various foods, including raw meat, fish, and vegetables. The blade shape is a combination of Nakiri, a Japanese traditional kitchen knife exclusively used for cutting vegetables, and Gyuto, an all-purpose kitchen knife widely used overseas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eMade from Shirogami No.2, which maintains sharpness and is easy to sharpen\u003cbr class=\"hidden-tablet-and-up\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirogami No.2 is a steel material that balances ease of sharpening and edge retention. The blade is thin and finely sharpened by the skilled sharpener, resulting in excellent cutting performance. Although it is prone to rust because it is carbon steel, it surpasses stainless steel in terms of sharpness and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 商品特徴 テキスト＆イメージ --\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- POINT 01 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block description__flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 01\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eProduction Area\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“knife of life” are manufactured in Sakai, Osaka, a city with a tradition of over 600 years and one of Japan's leading producers of Japanese kitchen knives. Known as “Sakai Uchi Hamono (Sakai Forged Blades)”, the production involves a specialization in “blacksmithing”, “sharpening”, and “handle production.” Even today, it is made one by one by craftsmen, and has earned the utmost trust of chefs. A single knife is the culmination of the skills of the skilled craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-img\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point01_sp.jpg?v=1712480270\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"amane_point01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point01.jpg?v=1712480271\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- POINT 02 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block description__flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-img\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point02_sp.jpg?v=1712480268\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"amane_point04\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point02.jpg?v=1712480269\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 02\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eSingle-Edged Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade has a single-edged finish. It is characterized by a hollow called ‘ura-suki’ on the back side and a ‘tapered blade shape’ with varying thickness towards the cutting edge. These two characteristics enable you to cut ingredients without unnecessary scraping, and prevent deterioration. It is only with a single-edged blade that food can be easily detached and cleanly cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- POINT 03 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block description__flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 03\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is crafted with Shirogami, known for its few impurities compared to other steel materials used for Japanese kitchen knives. ‘Shirogami No.2,’ in particular, is a well-balanced steel with moderate hardness, excellent sharpness and edge retention, and is also easy to sharpen with a whetstone. Cherry wood is chosen for the handle due to its hardness and resistance to corrosion. The grain of the wood is fine and shiny, and it is also highly durable. It has a smooth touch and you can feel the warmth of wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-img\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point03_sp.jpg?v=1712480270\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"amane_point03\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_houchou_point03.jpg?v=1712543925\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- POINT 04 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block description__flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-img\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point04_sp.jpg?v=1712480269\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"amane_point02\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei_point04.jpg?v=1712480270\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePOINT 04\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eOriginal engraving and knife case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the back of the blade is an engraving of an original mark of the “choucho” design of minä perhonen above the KAMA-ASA logo. \u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, the knife comes with an original felt case embroidered with \"choucho\" and a leather sheath to cover the blade, embodying our passion for \"knife of life.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block-half\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle description__flex-item1\"\u003eType\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item2 bold\"\u003eSantoku\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kama-asa.myshopify.com\/collections\/houcho-santoku\"\u003eSee more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle description__flex-item1\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item2 bold\"\u003eMulti purpose\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kama-asa.myshopify.com\/collections\/houcho-bannou\"\u003eSee more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle description__flex-item1\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item2 bold\"\u003eShirogami No.2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kama-asa.mom\/collections\/houcho-all?sort_by=best-selling\u0026amp;filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;filter.p.m.custom.steel=%E7%99%BD%E7%B4%99%E4%BA%8C%E5%8F%B7\"\u003eSee more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle description__flex-item1\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item2 bold\"\u003eSakai, Osaka\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__flex-item3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kama-asa.mom\/collections\/houcho-all?sort_by=best-selling\u0026amp;filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;filter.p.m.custom.locality=%E5%A4%A7%E9%98%AA%E5%A0%BA\"\u003eSee more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__spec\"\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/hocho_bladespec_carbon_Shiro2_JP.png?v=1706601429\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"description__detaillist\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTotal length 310mm \/ Blade length 180mm\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWeight\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e150g \u003cbr class=\"hidden-tablet-and-up\"\u003eNOTE: Sizes and weights may vary due to the handmade nature of the products.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eKnife bevel\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSingle bevel\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDominant hand\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFor right handed\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eManufacturing process\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eForged\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eBlade structure\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eKasumi layer\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eBlacksmith\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYoshikazu Tanaka\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSharpener\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eIppei Kawakita\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHandle production\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eShuhei Koura\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMaterial\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eBlade = Carbon steel (Shirogami No.2) Handle = Cherry\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__detailnotes\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe frequently during use, as the steel material is prone to rust from exposure to moisture and acidic foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrain from cutting hard ingredients such as pumpkins, frozen foods, bones, and shells to prevent from chipping, cracking or breaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease read the enclosed user's manual before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eHandling of Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash with a mild dishwashing detergent and sponge and rinse well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash immediately after use, and wipe away any moisture before storing. \u003cbr class=\"hidden-tablet-and-up\"\u003eWhen rinsing, it is also recommended to pour boiling water to dry and also disinfect.。\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use dishwashers, bleach or dry over an open flame as they may cause damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eTypes of Rust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eReddish rust\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf left unchecked, it can erode into the inside and cause damage. Upon noticing rust of this color, remove it as soon as possible using rust erasers or cleansers available in markets. \u003cbr\u003eNOTE: To avoid the risk of injuries, use a whetstone to remove rust from the blade edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlackish rust\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHas a coating effect that can prevent the growth of reddish rust, allowing for continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe knife will gradually lose its sharpness with regular use. If you feel that the sharpness has deteriorated, sharpen it with a whetstone as soon as possible or consult KAMA-ASA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrain from using a simple knife sharpener as it may cause chipping of the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo prevent rust, avoid storing in wet or damp areas and choose a well-ventilated space instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the knife will not be used for some time, applying oil to the blade can help prevent rust.\u003cbr class=\"hidden-tablet-and-up\"\u003eDab 1 to 2 drops of cooking oil or blade oil onto a cloth and lightly rub it on. It is also recommended to wrap the blade in newspaper, which contains oil (please wash the oil applied before use).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore with caution on magnet racks as it may lead to discoloration or chipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eUser Guide for the Leather Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the natural characteristics of leather, there are individual differences in expression. Please enjoy it as the individuality and the expression of the leather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with caution when removing the leather case to prevent injuries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash the knife before every use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wipe away any moisture before storing in the leather case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo prevent mold, make sure to dry the leather case if it gets wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"description__title\"\u003eEngraving Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__block bg-dark\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__subtitle\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"description__subtitle-large\"\u003eWant a personal touch to your knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAMA-ASA offers a free hand engraving service. \u003cbr\u003ePlease choose engraving locations and enter desired characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"description__note\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease refer to the photo below for the engraving style specifically for this knife.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDelivery date cannot be specified.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill be dispatched within 7 to 10 days. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe will engrave the text as entered.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor the cursive alphabet, we highly recommend that the initial letter be capitalized.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description__insertname\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"description__insertname-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eBlade (A) \u003cbr\u003eKANJI or KATAKANA \/ Cursive alphabet \u003cspan\u003eWithin 10 letters \/ Within 20 letters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e\u003cpicture\u003e \u003c!-- sp image --\u003e \u003csource srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/naire_setsumei_ha_ja_en_A_sp_2.png?v=1707902503\" media=\"(max-width:740px)\"\u003e \u003c!-- desktop image --\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/naire_setsumei_ha_ja_en_A_2.png?v=1707902503\"\u003e\u003c\/picture\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"釜浅商店｜合羽橋の包丁とキッチン用品専門店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274819809602,"sku":"4582798050826","price":687.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/9814\/5602\/files\/jinsei.jpg?v=1750722630","url":"https:\/\/kama-asa.mom\/en-us\/products\/jinsei-houchou","provider":"釜浅商店｜合羽橋の包丁とキッチン用品専門店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}