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Hand-forged in Tokyo, Japan by Teruyasu Fujiwara, this 180mm santoku from the Maboroshi series has a Shirogami #1 core with stainless cladding. It has a tsuchime finish, a hammered texture. This compact Japanese multipurpose knife holds an edge for a long time and sharpens easily on stones. The stainless cladding keeps maintenance easy. A good fit for both home and professional kitchens.
Hand-forged in Tokyo, Japan by Teruyasu Fujiwara
178mm (7.0") actual cutting edge, 51.5mm heel height
Shirogami #1 (~64 HRC) with stainless cladding
Tsuchime finish
Choil and spine are eased
For left- and right-handed users
Details
Brand: Teruyasu Fujiwara Series: Maboroshi Producing Area: Tokyo, Japan Knife type: santoku Finish: tsuchime Construction Type: sanmai | stainless clad Core Steel: Shirogami #1 / White #1 HRC: ~64 Steel Type: carbon
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 307mm Blade Length - heel to tip: 178mm Blade Height at Heel: 51.5mm Spine Thickness: At the handle: 2.8mm At the heel: 2.8mm Midway: 1.9mm 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm Weight: 203g Handle: pakkawood Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
Notes:
The photo shows a knife from our current stock and may not be the exact one you'll receive. Each is handmade, so no two are exactly alike. Minor variations in finish, surface marks, and measurements are normal.
Want to see the actual knife before ordering? Email info@zahocho.com and we'll send photos or videos.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.