Japan Knife TOKU | Santoku Knife, Black finish, Shiroichi steel, Sakura pattern, Kagoshima, Tane knife
The knife that makes cooking easier—and more enjoyable.
A perfect first step into quality Japanese craftsmanship.
For beginners, and for those ready to take the next step.
This handmade Santoku knife is forged by blacksmiths on Tanegashima Island, Japan.
It’s ideal for those buying their first real kitchen knife, or anyone looking to upgrade from mass-produced tools.
With a versatile blade perfect for vegetables, meat, and fish, this knife suits a wide range of home cooking styles.
Its distinctive kuro-uchi (black-forged) finish adds character, and its lightweight balance makes it easy to handle—even for those new to Japanese knives.
This knife is also a popular gift choice for those seeking something authentic and made to last.
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Features
Steel: White #1 (Yasuki Hagane)
Used by professionals, this high-carbon steel holds a sharp edge and can be resharpened many times.
Finish: Kuro-uchi
A traditional black-forged finish that gives each blade a unique, rustic appearance.
Handle: Natural cherry wood
Warm to the touch, slip-resistant, and easy to grip.
Blade length: 150mm / 180mm
Choose the size that best fits your cooking style.
Weight: 175g (150mm) / 240g (180mm)
Light and easy to handle—great for beginners, women, and older users.
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Recommended for:
- First-time buyers of a quality Japanese knife
- Families looking for a reliable all-purpose blade
- Gift-givers who want something authentic and made to last
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Sakai Toku's Commitment and Goal
Sakai Toku sells a wide selection of kitchen knives from all over Japan,
with a focus on "Sakai Uchihamono” made in Sakai City, Osaka.
We are committed to the quality of our knives,
and we hope that more and more people will experience the charm of our knives,
which are carefully crafted one by one,We are selling our knives directly from the makers.
so that we can offer the best quality knives,
We purchase knives directly from the manufacturers to realize reasonable prices.
We also provide after-sales service to ensure that our knives are not disposable,
but can be used for a long time by having them resharpened, We also offer after-sales service.
We can resharpen them at shop and by mail or at our affiliated stores nationwide.
We also offer after-sales service for those who are not sure if they are able to perform maintenance by themselves.
We hope that you will find your favorite one and use it for a long time.
About "TOKU"
Sakai City is home to the Nintoku Imperial Mausoleum, which has been registered as a World Heritage site.
The character for "TOKU" used in the tomb of Emperor Nintoku includes the words "acquired character,"
"socially valuable quality." "desirable attitude that broadly influences others," and "desirable attitude,
The word "TOKU" used in the tomb of Emperor Nintoku means "acquired character,"
"a socially valuable quality," and "a desirable attitude that broadly influences others.
The word "virtue" used in the imperial tomb has the meaning of “acquired character," "socially valuable quality."
and "desirable attitude that broadly influences others.
We believe this character is suitable for people around the world to know and use Sakai kitchen knives,
We decided to use the character "Toku" (virtue) as the name of the knife.panese Kitchen Knife
The logo is based on the motif of the tomb of Emperor Nintoku, with the character "Toku" designed in his own handwriting.
We wish everyone who purchases our products will be blessed with "Toku".
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