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Sakai Takayuki Santoku 170mm (6.7") Kurouchi Aoniko / Blue Steel #2

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Interested in boosting your kitchen experience?  

This Sakai Takayuki Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Japanese Santoku knife with Walnut handle will definitley quench that thirst! High carbon Blue Steel #2 is able to be sharpened to a razors edge and will retain the edge for a very long time. With good hand clearance and a gentle edge curve this Japanese Santoku knife is one of our most popular sellers! 

Ideal for: Chopping, slicing, dicing, and julienning.

Useful on food types: Small to medium proteins, variety of vegetables including carrots, onions, garlic, peppers, and lettuce.

Santoku Knife
Blade Material: Kurouchi Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Carbon Steel
Blade Length: 170mm (6.7") 
Edge Type: Double Bevel
Handle: Japanese Style, Walnut

Weight: 130 g
Blade Width: 46 mm
Blade Thickness: 3 mm
Handle Length: 133 mm
Handle Thickness: 18 mm

Enhance your cooking with an Aoniko (Blue Steel #2) Japanese Santoku knife

The blade has a stunning custom finish with stately atmosphere. Black finish is an old-fashioned Japanese style of kitchen knife finishing method. The method does not scrape the entire surface of the blade that has been hardened by quenching, but leaves the black portion of the side other than the blade. This blade is made of Aogami number 2 (blue steel #2) with excellent sharpness and durability.  This blade needs to be cared for more than stainless steel as it will rust easier, water should be removed immediately.



Japanese Santoku knives are typically shorter and lighter than chef knives, with a thinner blade that tapers to a point. This makes them ideal for slicing and dicing vegetables and delicate tasks like mincing garlic or ginger. 

Chef knives, on the other hand, are usually longer and heavier, with thicker blades and curved edges. This design makes them better suited for tasks such as chopping meat or crushing garlic cloves.

Please do not cut bone or frozen food. It may cause the knife to chip or other damaged. No dishwasher please.

Japanese Santoku knives are designed to be thin knives that slice, cut & chop easily through meat or vegetables to maintain the integrity of each component and freshness.

Japanese Santoku knives are also known in Japan as Bunka Bōchō.  In the U.S. the Bunka is sometimes used to describe the Kengata Santoku which has the angled tip allowing for more detailed slicing or cutting.

Sakai Knives are designated as a traditional craft item and its quality is widely recognized not only in Japan but also in the world.  They have been cultivated through a long 600-year history.

Get the ultimate cutting experience with Hasu-Seizo 

Japanese chef knives are popular worldwide for their sharpness and precision. At Hasu-Seizo, we're passionate about sharing the joy of Japanese knives with amateur and professional chefs alike. We accept several payment methods for your convenience, including Mastercard, PayPal, Google Pay, Discover, Apple Pay, and more. Plus, we offer free standard USPS shipping within the continental U.S for orders over $150. 

Check out our catalog today to find the perfect Japanese Santoku knife for your kitchen! If you have any questions about Japanese chef knives or anything else related to Hasu-Seizo, please don't hesitate to contact us — our team will be more than happy to assist you.