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Yakiurushi Damascus Santoku
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A beautifully balanced Santoku knife with layered Damascus steel. Handcrafted in Sakai, Osaka—a city with over 700 years of knife-making tradition—this Santoku knife offers the perfect blend of form, function, and everyday usability. Lighter and easier to handle than a standard chef’s knife, it’s a versatile, all-purpose blade ideal for slicing meat, fish, and vegetables with precision and ease. Especially suitable for beginners or those with smaller hands.
Learn what make these Japanese knives
MATERIAL
Molybdenum
Molybdenum Vanadium Steel is a high-performance stainless steel originally developed for medical applications. The addition of molybdenum and vanadium enhances its wear resistance and corrosion resistance, making it a durable choice for daily kitchen use.
HANDLE TYPE
Japanese
The lightweight structure and center of gravity positioned close to the blade make it ideal for delicate operations and quick reversals. Wood-based designs that fit comfortably in the hand are mainstream.
BLADE TYPE
Santoku
Santoku is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife, named for its “three virtues” of cutting meat, fish, and vegetables, with a shorter, straighter blade ideal for precise chopping and slicing.
LENGTH
180mm
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180mm
blade length
130mm
Handle length
136g
Weight
Easy sharpeningRust-resistantMulti-purposeFor hobby cooksDaily cooking
BLADE
Osaka
Sakai knives from Osaka are crafted from premium steels using traditional hand-forging, with each stage handled by skilled specialists
Gentle hand-wash only
Treat the knives with love by avoiding dishwashers. Hand-wash it with care, ensuring its longevity.
Dry thoroughly
After each use, wash the knives promptly and dry it thoroughly to bid farewell to any lingering moisture.
Be mindful of hard objects
Steer clear of bones or frozen food to protect the edge from chipping.
Use the right cutting board
Wooden cutting boards are highly recommended as they are gentle on the blade. They help preserve sharpness and extend the knife’s life.
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