Type: Santoku Knife
Blade Material: GINSAN (rust-resistant)
Blade Length: 16.5cm
Blade Grind: Double-edged
Handle Material: Hiba wood
Handle Finish: Indigo dye + waterproof coating
Weight: Approximately 100g
Production Area: Japan (Osaka + Tokushima)

* This knife does not have a suitable sheath, so please order it without one.

What is a Santoku Knife?
The Santoku knife is widely used in general households.
Its name, "Santoku," meaning "three virtues," comes from its ability to handle meat, fish, and vegetables, and it is sometimes called an all-purpose knife because of its versatility.
The blade is wider than that of a petty knife or a chef's knife, which is designed to keep the blade in contact with larger vegetables like cabbage, allowing you to cut all the way through.
It is the ideal knife for a first purchase or as a replacement.

What is GINSAN?
GINSAN (Ginsan steel) is a steel material that offers rust resistance despite being a type of steel. The sharper a knife blade is, the harder it is considered to be, and steel is generally harder than stainless steel. Steel has a tendency to rust, so it has been said that "a blade that rusts cuts better." GINSAN is a special steel material that combines the best of both worlds, being steel yet developed to be rust-resistant.

What is Nashiji?
Nashiji refers to a rough, pear-skin-like surface. In traditional crafts, it is used as one of the processing techniques for textiles and maki-e lacquerware, and it is also widely used in textured finishes. (Although sandblasting has a similar feel and appearance, the fundamental difference is that a sandblasted finish has a concave surface, while a Nashiji finish has a convex surface.) It is a simple and matte finish that conveys the handmade feel of a craftsman and has a strong presence.

What is an Aizome Knife?
Aizome (indigo dyeing), known for its antibacterial and deodorizing effects, has supported our lives for centuries. The "Aizome Knife" was born by incorporating this technique, achieving both functionality and visual appeal. It is a product that combines Sakai cutlery, a tradition of Osaka, with indigo dyeing rooted in Tokushima's history. This "craftsman collaboration" by artisans from different regions and with different skills aims to enhance added value by combining the strengths of their respective techniques. The Aizome Knife project also aims to benefit multiple regions through a single product and revitalize traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Please enjoy the collaboration of these artisanal skills.