Tojiro Zen Santoku 165mm

Made in Japan by Tojiro, one of the world’s most respected commercial knife makers, this santoku knife fuses the finest qualities of both Japanese and Western craftsmanship. The blade profile mirrors Western kitchen knife geometry, while the handle embraces the elegance and comfort of traditional Japanese wooden handles.

The knife features a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, celebrated for its ability to hold an extremely sharp and enduring edge. This core is clad in soft stainless 13-chrome steel, offering improved durability and easier sharpening. With a symmetrical, double-sided grind, it is suitable for both right- and left-handed use (though the handle shape naturally supports right-handed grip).

The satin-finished blade provides smooth cutting performance, ideal for slicing, dicing, chopping vegetables, fish, and meat. Its Oriental-style magnolia handle sits comfortably in the hand, offering exceptional control during extended use. Each handle has a natural variation in colour—from light to rich ochre—highlighting the organic beauty of the material.

Please Note: The handle colour varies from light to quite deep ochre. Not dishwasher safe

Features:

• Premium VG10 super-steel core for long-lasting, razor-sharp performance
• San Mai three-layer construction for durability and easier sharpening
• Smooth, satin-finished blade ideal for clean, precise cuts
• Traditional oriental wooden handle for comfort and control
• Balanced santoku design suitable for chopping, slicing, and everyday prep

Specifications:

• Blade Material: VG10 Stainless Steel
• Blade Thickness: 2.3 mm
• Handle Length: 12.7 cm
• Construction: San Mai (3-layer)
• Blade Finish: Satin
• Blade Characteristics: Smooth, plain edge
• Edge Type: Double bevel
• Sharpening Angle: 12° per side (24° total)
• Dimensions: 30.2 cm × 4.9 cm × 2.3 mm
• Hardness: 60–61 HRC
• Tang: Half tang
• Handle Material: Magnolia wood with polypropylene resin ferrule (oriental handle)
• Dishwasher Safe: No
• Suitable For: Right-handed users

Care:

• Avoid chopping hard ingredients such as bones, frozen food, or any rock-solid items.
• Not dishwasher safe! It is best to rinse your knife with clean water immediately after use, then clean and dry it.
•  Using soap/washing up liquid to clean and wipe with a sponge.
•  These knives can be easily sharpened with an M150 Water Wheel, a fine diamond steel, or a whetstone with 4000 grit or less (found in the Sharpening Accessories section). Please do not hesitate to contact our sharpeners in-store if you need any additional information about sharpening.