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Yoshimi Kato tsuchime STRIX santoku 170mm
Regular price¥51,000 JPY
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Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by Yoshimi Kato, this santoku has an SPG STRIX core with a polished tsuchime finish. This is a compact Japanese multipurpose knife. The compact size adds maneuverability, useful in any kitchen. It is fully stainless, so rust and patina are not something to think about. SPG STRIX is a new steel from Takefu Special Steel, built with a different approach than older powder steels. It sharpens more easily than other powder steels while still holding an edge just as well. It runs about 65 HRC.
Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by Yoshimi Kato
171mm (6.7") cutting edge, 46mm heel height
SPG STRIX stainless steel core from Takefu Special Steel Co. (~65 HRC)
Polished tsuchime finish
Octagonal rosewood handle
For left- and right-handed users
A compact, fully stainless Japanese multipurpose knife for everyday use
Yoshimi Kato is the third-generation blacksmith at Kato Knife Manufacturing in Takefu, Echizen, a region with 700 years of knife-forging history. He learned the craft directly from his father and grandfather before them, both respected figures in the Echizen blacksmithing community. Yoshimi has been forging knives under his own name since 2012, and took over full leadership of the family workshop in 2018.
Overall length: 311mm Blade length - heel to tip: 171mm (6.7") Blade height at heel: 46.2mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 1.8mm at the heel: 1.7mm midway: 1.7mm 1cm from the tip: 0.8mm Weight: 124g Handle: octagonal rosewood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: none
Notes:
Each knife is handcrafted, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you'd like to see the exact knife you'll receive, email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in finish, surface marks, and measurements are normal in handcrafted Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 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
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.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
