The Takamura VG10 Santoku serves as an all-purpose knife designed for slicing and dicing vegetables, meat, and fish. Crafted in Echizen, Japan, it features high-performance VG10 steel with Takamura's exceptional heat treatment and renowned sharpening, delivering outstanding performance without breaking the bank.
Crafted in Echizen, Japan by Takamura hamono
171mm (6.73") cutting edge length
VG10 stainless steel core at ~62 HRC
Full convex grind
Stainless steel construction for easy maintenance
Western-style handle with better fit and finish compared to their SG2 line
Ambidextrous design suitable for both right and left-handed users
Overall length: 298mm Blade length - heel to tip: 171mm (6.73") Blade height at heel: 46.5mm Spine thickness • at the handle: 1.7mm • at the heel: 1.6mm • midway: 1.4mm • 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 149g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: reinforced wood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this VG10 santoku knife from Takamura, please refer to our care guide below. b. Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives. c. Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 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 Care Guide
