Forged and sharpened by the same makers of the famous Komorebi line, the Yorokobi offers a unique copper damascus cladding with the much loved SLD steel. This combination is specially developed by Hitachi for Hatsukokoro, combining excellent artistic with the great performance offered by the SLD tool steel. The overall grind and profile is heavily influenced by Sanjo area: very thick heel that aggressively tapers to a thin tip; a large blade (tip-to-heel length rather than tip-to-machi) and immaculate fit and finish. Highly recommended.
Measurements
| 210 mm | 240 mm | 270 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 213 g | 245 g |
| Total Length | 346 mm | 384 mm | 405 mm |
| Tip to Heel Length | 203 mm | 233 mm | 265 mm |
| Balde Height at Heel | 49 mm | 53.5 mm | 55 mm |
| Width of Spine Above Heel | 3.7 mm | 3.9 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Width of Spine at Middle of Blade | 2.6 mm | 2.5 mm | 2.2 mm |
| Width of Spine at about 1 cm from tip | 1.1 mm | 1.0 mm | 1.0 mm |
Steel type: SLD Core with Copper damascus
Hardness (HRC): 62-64
Handle Design: K&S Octagonal teak handle with options