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Toyama kurouchi aogami#2 santoku 180mm

Regular price ¥57,000 JPY
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Specifications

Handforged in Sanjo, Japan by blacksmith Shuji Toyama, this santoku features Aogami#2 carbon steel core with stainless cladding and kurouchi finish. The 182mm cutting edge with 58mm heel height provides solid knuckle clearance for push cutting and general prep work. Toyama knives are known for their convex grinds. This midweight santoku handles daily kitchen tasks with reliable cutting performance. Suitable for home cooks and professional chefs seeking a versatile santoku.

  • Handforged in Sanjo, Japan by Shuji Toyama (born 1939)
  • 182mm (7.17") cutting edge length with 58mm heel height
  • Aogami #2 (Blue #2) carbon steel core
  • Stainless clad construction for easier maintenance
  • Kurouchi finish for a rustic look

Details

  • Blacksmith: Shuji Toyama
  • Producing Area: Sanjo, Japan
  • Knife Type: Santoku
  • Finish: Kurouchi
  • Core Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
  • Steel Type: Carbon Steel
  • Cladding: Stainless clad

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall length: 326mm
  • Blade length (heel to tip): 182mm (7.17")
  • Blade height at heel: 57mm
  • Spine thickness:
    • At the handle: 4.4mm
    • At the heel: 3.8mm
    • Midway: 1.7mm
    • 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
  • Weight: 169g
  • Edge/bevel: 50:50
  • Handle: burnt chestnut with plastic ferrule
  • Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

  • For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Toyama Santoku knife, please refer to our care guide below.
  • Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
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• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 30-day returns on unused items
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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
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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.

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