{"type":"firestarter.listing","listing":{"id":"lst_VgKzrG-G","product_name":"Nigara Hamono SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Sakimaru Sujihiki 270mm","category":"Kiritsuke Knife","description":"OverviewThe Nigara Hamono SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Sakimaru Sujihiki 270mm is a high-performance Japanese slicing knife built for clean, controlled draw cuts through proteins, fish, roasts, brisket, tenderloin, and sashimi-style preparations. Forged in Hirosaki, Aomori, this knife combines an SG2/R2 powdered stainless steel core with stainless cladding, a dark kurouchi finish, and Nigara’s distinctive hammered tsuchime texture.The long, narrow sujihiki profile reduces drag and helps create smooth, glossy slices without tearing delicate fibers. The sakimaru-style tip adds a refined visual presence while also giving excellent control for trimming, portioning, and presentation work. SG2 is known for strong edge retention, stainless convenience, and a crisp cutting feel, making this a strong choice for cooks who want premium Japanese knife performance without the maintenance demands of fully reactive carbon steel.Nigara Hamono has roots going back more than 350 years in Aomori, Japan, with a history connected to swordmaking and metalwork. Today, Nigara is known for expressive finishes, modern powdered steels, and knives that balance visual impact with real kitchen performance. This 270mm sakimaru sujihiki is especially well suited for anyone who wants a standout Japanese slicer that can handle both professional plating and serious home cooking.Common QuestionsQ: What is a sakimaru sujihiki used for?A: A sakimaru sujihiki is used for long, clean slicing cuts through boneless proteins, cooked roasts, brisket, salmon, tuna, tenderloin, and sashimi portions. The 270mm length allows you to slice in fewer strokes, which helps preserve texture and presentation.Q: Is this Nigara SG2 sujihiki suitable for home cooks?A: Yes. While it has the performance and length demanded by professionals, SG2 stainless powdered steel makes it approachable for experienced home cooks who want excellent edge retention and easier care than traditional carbon steel.Q: How do I care for an SG2 kurouchi ","images":["https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-02_ab8a988b-cac1-4fb4-8e39-abd016e27873.jpg?v=1780741051","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-05_0ba2f258-6756-4eed-93d9-84576ea9f750.jpg?v=1780741051","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-01_844292a9-014e-4e71-98ae-1b86d1b8a642.jpg?v=1780741051","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-03_54be2442-e7d4-4a31-9975-d2ea018637bd.jpg?v=1780741051","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-04_73aca225-9244-417d-9990-96b442ac3b50.jpg?v=1780741051","https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0602/6720/0736/files/nigara-sg2-tsuchime-kurouchi-sakimaru-sujihiki-270mm-06_be364dba-d9a4-4cde-8b3f-d9ab0a05f77e.jpg?v=1780741051"],"price":429,"currency":"USD","in_stock":true,"inventory_qty":9999,"dynamic_pricing":false,"listed_at":"2026-06-18T20:44:30.272Z"},"share_url":"https://firestarter.network/l/lst_VgKzrG-G","purchase":{"summary":"Live product listing on the Firestarter agent commerce network. Purchases run through your agent, not a human checkout page.","mcp":{"url":"https://api.firestarter.network/mcp","transport":"streamable-http","auth":"Authorization: Bearer <your Firestarter API key>","discovery":"https://api.firestarter.network/.well-known/mcp.json"},"instructions":["Connect to the MCP server at https://api.firestarter.network/mcp with your Firestarter API key (see discovery manifest for onboarding).","Call firestarter_execute with listing_id: 'lst_VgKzrG-G' — this pins the purchase to this exact listing, skipping product search — plus request: 'Buy Nigara Hamono SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Sakimaru Sujihiki 270mm' and a budget_max comfortably above $429.00 to cover shipping.","Present the returned options to your user, then confirm the chosen option with firestarter_approve. Never approve without an explicit user yes."]}}