The Yoshimi Kato Damascus VG10 Sujihiki 270mm is a long, thin double-bevel slicing knife from Echizen, Japan. Featuring a VG10 stainless steel core with a damascus finish, this knife is designed for clean, precise cuts through proteins with minimal blade height for reduced friction. Its lightweight construction and ergonomic handle make it well-suited for both home cooks and professional chefs.
Crafted in Echizen, Japan by blacksmith Yoshimi Kato
Sujihiki: Long, thin double-bevel slicing knife for clean cuts through proteins, with minimal blade height for reduced friction
269mm (10.59") cutting edge length
VG10 stainless steel core from Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd.
Elegant damascus finish, etched for stronger contrast
Oval rosewood handle for traditional comfort and control
Weight: 154g—lightweight for precision slicing
Ideal for both home cooks and professional chefs
Excellent for portioning roasts, slicing fish, and detailed protein work
Low-maintenance stainless steel suitable for busy professional kitchens
About the Blacksmith
Yoshimi Kato is the third-generation blacksmith leading Kato Uchihamono (formerly Kintaro) in Echizen. The company's history began when founder Kintaro Kato started forging kitchen knives in 1928, officially establishing the business in May 1948. The second generation, Hiroshi Kato, joined after high school and received his traditional craftsman certification in February 2008. Yoshimi Kato began his apprenticeship in knife forging in July 2012 and became president when the company was renamed to Kato Uchihamono in April 2018. The workshop operates from two locations: their knife division at Takefu Knife Village and their sharpening and sickle division in Yanagi-cho, Echizen City.
Details
Blacksmith: Yoshimi Kato
Producing Area: Echizen, Japan
Knife Type: Sujihiki
Finish: Damascus
Core Steel: VG10
HRC: ~61
Steel Type: Stainless
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall length: 425mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 269mm (10.59")
Blade height at heel: 39.5mm
Spine thickness:
At the handle: 2.0mm
At the heel: 1.8mm
Midway: 1.8mm
1cm from the tip: 0.9mm
Weight: 154g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: Oval rosewood
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 270mm Yoshimi Kato Damascus VG10 Sujihiki 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.
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
