Sakai Kikumori GOKUJYO Santoku – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Japanese Chef’s Santoku
This Sakai Kikumori GOKUJYO Santoku is a traditional Japanese chef’s knife crafted in Sakai by Kawamura Hamono, designed for professional chefs who demand precision and refined cutting performance. The blade is made of Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel known for its exceptional sharpness, fine edge quality, and ease of sharpening. It is widely regarded as one of the most suitable steels for traditional Japanese knife-making due to its clean composition and responsive edge behavior. The core White Steel is laminated using the traditional awase (warikomi-style) construction, combining hard cutting performance with a softer iron jacket for improved durability and ease of maintenance. This knife is especially favored for precise slicing tasks, including fish preparation and detailed kitchen work where sharpness and control are essential. The handle is crafted from a professional octagonal wood handle, providing a stable grip and traditional Japanese balance. Brand Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守 Blade Type Santoku (Japanese Style Multi Purpose Knife)/Double bevel Blade Material Yasuki White Steel(Shirogami/Shiroko) #2 Series GOKUJYO 極上 Blade Length JA-600: 180 mm/7.1" Handle Octagonal Japanese Magnolia Wood Bolster Buffalo Horn *Color may vary, due to natural products. *Blade Length of the Knife defines the length from top edge of the blade(tip) to Root of the steel(Machi), not top edge of the blade(tip) to the end(Ago). ** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust. ===IMPORTANT notes before purchase!!!=== 1.Import duties, taxes(VAT, GST, etc.) and Handling Charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. 2. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to purchasing. We cannot accept any return or cancellation, due to such duties unpaid in your country.