A Sakai Hokushin-branded Honyaki Santoku knife, crafted by master blacksmith Yoshikazu Ikeda and sharpened by Hideki Ino in Sakai, Japan. The blade is forged from Shirogami #3 (White #3) steel, known for its superior sharpness and toughness. It is a well-balanced steel, especially for Honyaki. Among the Shirogami steels, Shirogami #3 has the best toughness.
Note: This knife is smaller than your typical Santoku. It can actually be considered a tall petty.
Details
Brand: Sakai Hokushin
Blacksmith: Yoshikazu Ikeda
Sharpener: Hideki Ino
Location: Sakai, Japan
Knife Type: Santoku
Finish: Mirror finish on hardened steel (ha), satin on the ji
Construction Type: Abura-Honyaki
Core Steel: Shirogami #3 / White #3
Steel Type: Carbon
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 303mm
Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 156mm
Blade Height at Heel: 41.6mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 2.8mm
At the heel: 2.7mm
Midway: 2.3mm
1cm from the tip: 1.1mm
Weight: 144g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: Octagonal ebony with horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes:
Japanese knives, like this Yoshikazu Ikeda Shirogami #3 Santoku, benefit from extra care. Check out our care instructions to keep your knife in great shape.
Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
Minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs, are common in handcrafted knives.
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 Complete Care Guide
