Kurosaki Kokusen AS Santoku 170mm - Gold Ferrule

Kurosaki Kokusen AS Santoku 170mm - Gold FerruleDiscover the exceptional Kurosaki Kokusen AS Santoku 170mm, a premier Japanese kitchen knife designed for precision and performance. This exquisite blade features a core of Aogami Super (Blue Super) steel from Hitachi, renowned for its superior edge sharpness and retention, achieving a hardness of 62 65 HRC. The knife is part of the Kokusen Ei line, distinguished by its dark Kurouchi finish and signature star shaped hammer pattern on the stainless

Discover the exceptional Kurosaki Kokusen AS Santoku 170mm, a premier Japanese kitchen knife designed for precision and performance. This exquisite blade features a core of Aogami Super (Blue Super) steel from Hitachi, renowned for its superior edge sharpness and retention, achieving a hardness of 62-65 HRC. The knife is part of the Kokusen Ei line, distinguished by its dark Kurouchi finish and signature star-shaped hammer pattern on the stainless steel cladding, which simplifies maintenance while protecting the high-carbon core. Crafted by master blacksmith Yu Kurosaki, this Santoku boasts a laser-like concave grind that significantly reduces thickness behind the edge, paired with a thin spine for effortless, weightless cutting through dense ingredients. The 170mm blade length and versatile Santoku profile make it ideal for slicing, dicing, and mincing—a true all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife. The elegant octagonal handle is made from a single piece of highly polished ebony, offering a comfortable, tapered grip with minimalist elegance. Perfect for professional chefs and enthusiasts, this Japanese kitchen knife combines traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics. Experience its outstanding fit, finish, and cutting performance firsthand—we invite you to test cut in store.