{"product_id":"zan-shin-akatsuki-from-seki-vg10-honesuki-knife","title":"残心 Zan Shin® Akatsuki (from Seki) - VG10 Kiritsuke (K-tip) Petty 15cm (honesuki style)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eZan shin®（残心）- Kaz's original knife brand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are proud to introduce our latest series: Zan Shin Akatsuki (暁 - Daybreak\/Sunrise). Inspired by the \"traditional Japanese technique of swordmaking handed down through generations,\" this series represents a fresh start in our collection. The deep red of the Mahogany handle meeting the layered Damascus blade evokes the striking beauty of a morning sky. Handmade in Seki using the finest skills of knife-making specialists, the Akatsuki features a high-performance VG10 core for exceptional sharpness and durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"Zanshin\" translates as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003eto keep one\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e’\u003c\/span\u003es mind\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e. It is a mindset that we should retain our tension after completing a single action and be prepared for the next. For example\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein a kendo match\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeven if you win\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethose who care Zanshin mindset do not show their joy\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emeaning that even if you defeat your opponent in front of you\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehe may still be attacking you again\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor there may be a second opponent behind him. So\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit is important to always remain focused and keep your mind calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn kitchen knives too\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewe chose this name in the hope that people will not be distracted when cooking\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esharpening knives\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor in any other situation\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand that they will safely prepare delicious food and keep their knives sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VG10 Zanshin knives represent the pinnacle of culinary craftsmanship, meticulously fashioned by Sumikama Cutlery, a venerable entity situated in Seki, Japan, with a legacy tracing back to its foundation in 1916. Inheriting the esteemed tradition of swordsmithing that spans nearly eight centuries, Sumikama has seamlessly transitioned this rich heritage into the realm of kitchen cutlery, exemplified by their globally renowned \"Kasumi series\" of premium kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"418\" width=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/9653db4a-ec96-4942-89e6-93aa2a3220f6.jpg?v=1714956009\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"680\" width=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/IMG_3079_41b67d74-4b1c-4348-bc9c-bf227d44542d.jpg?v=1714956156\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade: VG10 (stainless)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharpness　★★\u003cspan\u003e★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness\/durability　★★\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge retention  ★★★★☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEase of sharpening　\u003cspan\u003e★★★★☆ (4\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRust resistance　\u003cspan\u003e★★★★★ (5\/5)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured by Takefu Special Steel Co.,Ltd. Contains Carbon 1%, Chromium 15%, Molybdenum 1 %, V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanadium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.2%, Cobalt 1.4%, Manganese 0.5%, Rockwell Hardness 58-60 HRC. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality Stainless steel that is recently introduced to the market, used for variety of industrial tools. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of cobalt added, it can be quenched in very high temperature so that it has superior hardness. Strong to wear, distort and corrode as well as good sharpness and edge retention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"30\" width=\"365\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC reference (the higher, the better in sharpness, edge retention and longer lifetime)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice reference for general chef's knife 21cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver-3\/Ginsan-ko\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$$ ($300-500)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUX10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$$ ($200-300)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 and VG1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$$ ($100-200)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle: Mahogany\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll the knives are pre-sharpened to the optimal result. They are ready for the first cut! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnife for a Good Cause - We donate $2 for every knife sold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6JHrRC7LuMg?si=gZJxcSluvw-dd9yV\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour knife will save someone's life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe started a corporate partnership with \u003cstrong\u003eCancer Council Victoria\u003c\/strong\u003e in July 2024. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy purchasing knives from us, you will automatically participate in this campaign as we collect $2 from the sales of every knife product. Say if you purchase 2 knives, we donate $4 on behalf of you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kazsknifeonline.com.au\/pages\/knife-for-a-good-cause\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/kazsknifeonline.com.au\/pages\/knife-for-a-good-cause\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_5pbx userContent\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' id=\"js_yn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_5pbx userContent\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' id=\"js_e7\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_5pbx userContent\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' id=\"js_xv\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKaz's Knife \"No worries, Minor-Issue Warranty\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xpX_DcwSzks\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving been used for a while, even good knives can get chipped and rusty as seen in the above video, but don't worry! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the minor issues can be fixed by sharpening on a #400-#1000 whetstone. We have tutorial videos for you to learn how to use whetstone. However, it might seem a bit hard work to get it done by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaz's knife is offering \"Minor-issue warranty\" which covers small chips and rust on the knives you purchased from us. You can always contact us when you feel your knife became dull, chipped, rusty, etc. We fix those minor issues and send the sharpened knife back to you, mostly \u003cspan\u003efor free of charge!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(depending on how much work is required, also you bear the postage for sending the knife to us)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(*) Please be advised, we do not warrant major issues caused by misuses such as dropped, cutting bones or frozen food, putting too much force into hard materials, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship products from Melbourne with Australia Post. Delivery for stocked items takes 1-4 business days depending on your location. Please allow extra 2-3 business days for an international delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree shipping applies above $250 orders. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReturn policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur policy lasts 7 days. If 7 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMessage from Kaz and Harry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/kaz_and_harry_large.jpg?v=1507389013\" alt=\"\" width=\"308\" height=\"308\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Good knife will change your life\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe best shortcut to improving your cooking is to change to a good sharp kitchen knife.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the knife cuts well, the ingredients will taste delicious. And a delicious dish puts a smile on the face of the people who eat it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe want you to make life itself more fun by changing your kitchen knife. Let us guide you to choose the good knife to change your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaz's Japanese Knife and Kitchenware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46312612561092,"sku":"5061","price":245.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1787\/0351\/files\/P6260991.jpg?v=1782455576","url":"https:\/\/kazsknifeonline.com.au\/products\/zan-shin-akatsuki-from-seki-vg10-honesuki-knife","provider":"Kaz's Knife and Kitchenware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}