The Tsunehisa Tsuchime Shirogami #2 Santoku 170mm is an all-purpose Japanese knife from Tosa, Japan. Featuring a Shirogami #2 carbon steel core with stainless cladding and a tsuchime finish, this knife excels at push-cutting vegetables, proteins, and fish with its moderate height and slightly flat profile. Its lightweight construction and balanced design make it suitable for both home cooks and professional chefs.
Crafted in Tosa, Japan for the Tsunehisa brand
Santoku: All-purpose Japanese knife excelling at push-cutting vegetables, proteins, and fish with its moderate height and slightly flat profile
Carbon steel core with stainless cladding for easier maintenance
Tsuchime (hammered) finish creating a textured surface
Oval cherry wood handle for traditional comfort and control
Blade height at heel: 47.3mm (1.86")
Weight: 119g—lightweight for comfortable control
Ideal for both home cooks and professional chefs
For right- and left-handed users
About the Brand
Tsunehisa is a knife brand founded by Shibata Takayuki, who also established Kotetsu and Masakage. The brand partners with skilled craftsmen from Japan's most celebrated knife-making regions, including Seki and Tosa, to source its high-quality blades. Tsunehisa emphasizes practicality and reliability, creating well-crafted knives that deliver exceptional value for discerning cooks.
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 170mm Tsunehisa Tsuchime Shirogami #2 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 normal.
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
