Sakai Takayuki | Aogami Super Kurouchi Hammered Santoku (165mm | 6.5")
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- MADE IN JAPAN
For cooks looking for a nimble all-purpose profile that feels quick in hand, Sakai Takayuki Aogami Super Santoku 165mm is a strong choice. Its premium blue steel construction supports a sharp edge and steady handling, while the overall profile feels purposeful rather than bulky. It is an easy everyday choice for home cooks who want one knife for meat, fish, and vegetables.
| Brand | Sakai Takayuki |
|---|---|
| Knife Type | Santoku |
| Blade Length | 165 mm |
| Overall Length | 200 mm |
| Weight | 135 g |
| Steel Core | Aogami Super |
| Steel Category | Carbon Steel |
| Bevel Type | Double Bevel |
| Handle Type | Japanese (Wa) Handle |
Sakai Takayuki is a Japanese kitchen knife brand established in 1947 in Sakai, Osaka, a city with over 600 years of blade-making history. Operated by Aoki Hamono Co., Ltd., the brand collaborates with skilled craftsmen in Sakai to produce knives that reflect traditional Japanese forging and sharpening techniques. Sakai Takayuki offers a wide range of knives, from professional-grade carbon steel blades to modern stainless and Damascus constructions, serving both professional chefs and serious home cooks.
Santoku (三徳) – The Versatile Japanese Home Knife
Santoku means “three virtues,” referring to its ability to handle meat, fish, and vegetables with equal efficiency. It is one of the most popular Japanese knife types, especially for home cooking.
Compared to Gyuto knives, Santoku knives are typically shorter (usually 165mm–180mm) and have a flatter edge profile with a sheepsfoot-style tip. This design provides excellent control, balance, and precision for everyday kitchen tasks.
Santoku knives are ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping, making them a perfect all-purpose choice for both beginners and experienced cooks.
If you prefer a compact, lightweight knife with outstanding versatility, Santoku is an excellent option.
Aogami Super is a high-carbon tool steel produced by Hitachi Metals under the Yasugi Specialty Steel brand in Japan. It is considered the highest-grade variation within the Aogami (Blue Paper Steel) family, featuring increased carbon content and additional alloying elements to enhance hardness and edge retention. Known for its exceptional sharpness potential and cutting precision, Aogami Super is widely used in high-performance Japanese kitchen knives by experienced users who value edge performance and are prepared for proper maintenance.
- Origine d’expédition : Japon
- Délai de traitement : 1 à 5 jours ouvrables (hors week-ends et jours fériés japonais)
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