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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.
Crafted in the heart of Sakai, this Santoku knife from Sakai Takayuki’s Grand Chef Hamon Damascus line is a masterful blend of tradition, precision, and refined aesthetics. Its 170 mm (6.7") blade is forged from high-performance stainless steel with a captivating Hamon-style Damascus pattern, echoing the beauty of a sword's temper line.
Paired with a luxurious ebony and rosewood octagonal handle, the knife offers a balanced, elegant grip that complements the artistry of the blade. Designed for versatility, this Santoku effortlessly handles slicing, dicing, and chopping with both finesse and power—making it a trusted companion for chefs who demand both performance and beauty.
Hamon-Style Damascus Blade
Eye-catching layered pattern with razor-sharp edge and long-lasting performance.
Versatile Santoku Profile
Ideal for vegetables, proteins, and herbs—built for everyday precision.
Premium Ebony & Rosewood Handle
Octagonal shape for a comfortable grip; each handle features its own unique grain and tone.
Sakai Takayuki Craftsmanship
Centuries-old forging traditions from one of Japan’s most respected knife makers.
Well-Balanced and Elegant
A seamless union of aesthetics, ergonomics, and cutting efficiency.
Handcrafted in Japan
Reflects the dedication, skill, and legacy of Sakai’s artisan blacksmiths.
Category: Beginner Chef, Damascus, Japanese Handle, New, Santoku, Stainless Steel
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.
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