If you could keep only one knife, what would it be?
- What is Santoku knife? -
A Japanese Santoku knife for home kitchens enabling people to cut meat, fish and vegetables with one knife. The size is around 16cm and it's really useful for general purpose. A Santoku knife, with its manageable size and adaptable shape, is highly recommended for everyone, from beginner cooks to professional Chefs.
- Kaz's selection -
・Sakai Jikko "Mille-Feuille" Santoku Knife Damascus with Hammered Finish (18cm) $195
This is one of the most popular series at our store. VG10 steels is sharp and easy to maintain.
・Seki Kanetsugu - Heptagon Wood Santoku Knife VG10 Steel hammered finish 17cm $210
A knife from Seki Kanetsugu, crafted in Seki city, Gifu prefecture, reowned for its blade-making. Beautifully crafted heptagon shape handle is the remarkable feature of this knife. Lightweight and secure grip bring you extra comfort when held in hand.
・Sakai Jikko "Loco Damascus" Wa-Santoku Knife SG2 Powdered High Speed Steel Mirror-Polished Nickel Damascus with Japanese Oak Handle (16.5cm) $430
Impressive design with beautiful 65-layer nickel damascus mirror polished blade, as well as the stylish curved spine. Available only at Kaz's outside Japan. It comes with free sharpening ticket (valid for a year, one time only).
- Kaz's original brand -
We have more Santoku by Kaz's original brand "Zan shin(残心)". "Zan shin" is an original brand created by Kazuki Hanzawa, the owner of Kaz's knife and kitchenware. It has been developed through close collaboration with a workshop in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, known for its knife-making.
・残心 Zan Shin SORA (from Seki) - VG10 Santoku Hammered Finish with Walnut Handle 16.5cm $215
You can see the beautiful sky pattern on the blade. The handle features a gentle color scheme. Made of walnut, it is lightweight and easy to handle.
・残心 Zan Shin AO (from Seki) - AUS10 Steel Kiritsuke (K-tip) Hammered Finish Santoku Knife Dark Blue Pakkawood Handle 19cm $245
This is a sharp knife made with AUS10 steel. Its design features a pointed tip, making it deal for those who frequently use the tip of the blade. A custom sheath can also be added ($45).
・残心 Zan Shin REN (from Seki) - Blue Super steel Santoku with Japanese Oak Handle 18cm $250
A lightweight handle made of Japanese Oak. The simple blade highlights its Japanese aesthetic.
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