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Ohishi damascus shirogami#2 santoku 165mm
Regular price¥29,000 JPY
Regular priceSale price¥29,000 JPY
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Hand-forged by Tadafusa hamono in Sanjo, Japan for the Ohishi brand, this 165mm santoku has a shirogami#2 core at 62 HRC with soft iron damascus cladding. The santoku excels at precision slicing and dicing across vegetables, proteins, and herbs. Light and nimble, it won't fatigue your hand during extended prep work. The whole blade gains character as it patinas over time. Shirogami takes a keen edge and sharpens easily on stones. An all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife that delivers well above its price point.
Handcrafted in Sanjo, Japan by Tadafusa hamono
165mm (6.5") cutting edge, 47.7mm heel height
Shirogami core (~62 HRC) with soft iron damascus cladding
Octagonal zelkova handle with buffalo horn ferrule
For left- and right-handed users
A Japanese multipurpose knife for cooks taking their first step into carbon steel -- damascus cladding and shirogami performance at an accessible price.
Overall length: 308mm Blade length (heel to tip): 168mm (6.6") Blade height at heel: 47.7mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 4.1mm at the heel: 2.6mm midway: 1.3mm 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm Weight: 125g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal zelkova with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya / sheath: none
Notes:
Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in hand-forged Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
