{"title":"Kurosaki Shizuku R2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eKurosaki Shizuku R2 is probably the most recommended knife by me in the K\u0026amp;S showroom. It is beautifully crafted by arguably the most talented young smith Yu Kurosaki using Takeful's signature powdered R2 stainless steel, resulting in a knife that cuts great and holds its edge for a very long time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S has a long term association with Kurosaki san and we are very proud to offer you some of his most popular knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-sg2-gyuto-270mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Gyuto 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Gyuto 270mm is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife best fit for users requiring a 271mm edge length and high wear resistance from powdered stainless steel. This general-purpose gyuto features SG2 steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC with 1.25% carbon and 14% chromium content. The powdered metallurgy ensures uniform carbide distribution throughout the blade, supporting fine edge sharpness and reducing chipping risks during kitchen tasks involving mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel construction measures 3.0mm at the heel, tapering to 2.1mm at mid and 1.0mm at the tip, with a 56mm heel height and total weight of 219g. The acute blade geometry typical of Japanese gyuto allows for sharper edge angles between 15 and 18 degrees, utilising the hardness of the SG2 core to maintain cutting performance. As a multi-purpose profile, this knife performs across differing kitchen tasks without specialising in any single application, serving as a primary tool for disjointing large cuts and processing ingredients where extended edge retention is prioritised over other characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368050966749,"sku":null,"price":599.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/YuKurosakiShizukuSG2Gyuto270mma_947ed516-bcb1-4d2a-a8e0-ac61918a40d9.jpg?v=1770353425"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-sg2-gyuto-240mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife best fit for users requiring a general-purpose blade with high wear resistance and edge retention. This 240mm gyuto features SG2 powdered stainless steel manufactured by Takefu Special Steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC. The powdered metallurgy ensures uniform carbide distribution throughout the blade, enhancing toughness and reducing chipping risks during kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a multi-purpose tool, this knife performs mincing, slicing, chopping vegetables, slicing meat, and disjointing large cuts. The blade geometry measures 3.3mm at the heel, tapering to 2.2mm at the mid-section and 1.0mm at the tip, with a heel height of 56mm and total weight of 199g. As a stainless steel construction, it offers durability without the maintenance requirements of reactive carbon cladding. The acute edge angle typical of Japanese gyuto allows for precise cutting performance across varied ingredients, while the SG2 core maintains sharpness through extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368056078557,"sku":null,"price":569.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/YuKurosakiShizukuSG2Gyuto240mma.jpg?v=1770353874"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-sg2-nakiri-165mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Nakiri 165mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife best fit for users requiring straight push cuts through produce. This 165mm blade features a relatively flat edge profile that maintains full contact with the chopping board during downward motion, ensuring clean separation without rocking. The rounded tip provides operational safety while the thin double bevel geometry allows effective penetration of firm vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed from stainless SG2 powdered steel by Takefu Special Steel, this knife measures 62-64 HRC and offers high wear resistance with uniform carbide distribution to reduce chipping risks. The blade has a 2.0mm spine thickness at the heel, tapering to 1.6mm at the mid-point and tip, with a 50mm heel height and 162g total weight. These specifications support precise vegetable preparation where edge retention and durability are prioritised, utilising a steel composition containing 1.25% carbon, 14% chromium, 2.3% molybdenum, and 1.8% vanadium for sustained sharpness in repetitive chopping tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368060993757,"sku":"KURO-SGSZK-NA165","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/YuKurosakiShizukuSG2Nakiri165mma.jpg?v=1770354690"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-sg2-petty-120mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 120mm is a double-bevel stainless utility knife best fit for users requiring precision in peeling, trimming, and detailed vegetable work. This 120mm blade features SG2 powdered steel hardened to 62-64 HRC, providing high wear resistance and edge retention for intricate tasks like deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes. The slim profile supports in-hand peeling and general purpose preparation where a smaller blade offers greater control than larger formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed with san-mai stainless clad, this knife measures 1.7mm at the heel and tapers to 1.0mm at the tip, weighing 67g. The Tsuchime hammered finish distinguishes the blade visually while reflecting Kurosaki’s signature artistic approach to functional tools. Made in Takefu by Yu Kurosaki, this petty knife combines thin geometry with advanced metallurgy for strength during fine cutting. The stainless cladding simplifies care requirements, making it suitable for kitchens prioritising both performance and ease of maintenance in a compact utility format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47389004988637,"sku":"KURO-SGSZK-PT120","price":298.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_1486.jpg?v=1770874399"},{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-shizuku-sg2-petty-150mm","title":"Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Shizuku SG2 Petty 150mm is a double-bevel stainless utility knife best fit for users requiring precision in peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables. This 150mm blade features SG2 powdered steel from Takefu Special Steel, measuring 30mm at the heel with spine thicknesses of 1.7mm at the heel, 1.5mm at mid, and 1.1mm at the tip. 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The double bevel geometry accommodates precise cutting motions across various ingredients while maintaining stability during detail-oriented kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47389022257373,"sku":"KURO-SGSZK-PT150","price":339.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_1501.jpg?v=1770875088"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.tw\/en\/collections\/kurosaki-shizuku-r2.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}