Japanese Kitchen Knives made of VG10 steel

VG10 steel was created specifically for the production of Japanese kitchen knives. The full name is V-Gold No. 10. It has all the properties of high-carbon steel, is easy to sharpen and at the same time is resistant to corrosion. Currently, Japanese knives made of VG10 steel are among the best in the world and are made by many well-known manufacturers and blacksmiths.

Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI 17cm F-1351
The Tojiro GAI Japanese Santoku knife has a 170 mm blade. The name "santoku" literally translates as "three good things" or "three uses." A Santoku knife is good not only for cutting, but also for chopping and mincing. The Tojiro GAI series of kitchen knives is distinguished by its authentic design and ergonomics. The textured handles with a unique, durable surface are made of micarta and secured with hex-head bolts. The blades of Tojiro GAI knives are made of premium Japanese VG-10 steel with a 37-layer Damascus pattern. The Tojiro GAI Santoku knife weighs 175 g. Tojiro knives are not dishwasher safe. Wipe dry after use.
€169.00

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Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kengata Kurokage 16cm 7495
The Japanese Sakai Takayuki Kengata knife has a 16 cm blade. The Kengata is a versatile kitchen knife whose name translates as "sword shape." It features a unique reverse tanto or k-tip, designed for fine slicing, chopping, and precision work. Essentially, it's a more aggressive and stylish version of the Japanese Bunka or Santoku knife. The blade is crafted from high-carbon, yet corrosion-resistant VG10 steel. Additionally, the blade is coated with a black Teflon coating. This prevents food from sticking during chopping and provides additional protection. The upper part of the blade features a hammer-forged texture (tsuchime), giving the knife a stylish, authentic look. The handle is made of wenge wood. Manufactured in Japan by Aoki Hamono Co., Ltd., this knife embodies traditional craftsmanship and modern technology.
€169.00

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Santoku Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kurokage 17cm 7492
The Sakai Takayuki Kurokage Japanese Santoku knife, with a 17 cm blade, is a multifunctional kitchen tool. Combining the functions of a chef's knife and a vegetable knife, it offers compactness and convenience. Its straight blade and wide shape make it ideal for shredding, slicing, and chopping, ensuring precise and controlled cuts. The blade is crafted from VG10 steel, characterized by high hardness, corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpness. A black Teflon coating gives the knife a stylish look and enhances its functionality. The hammer-forged texture (tsuchime) on the top of the blade reduces food sticking. The handle is made of durable, moisture-resistant wenge wood, providing a secure and comfortable grip. Manufactured in Japan by Aoki Hamono Co., Ltd., this knife embodies traditional craftsmanship and modern technology, making it an excellent choice for both professionals and home cooks. Its balanced construction and thoughtful design facilitate effortless and precise movement, minimizing hand fatigue even during intensive use.
€169.00

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Sujihiki Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kurokage 24cm 7497
The Japanese Sakai Takayuki Kurokage sujihiki slicer with a 24 cm blade is a professional knife for finely and accurately slicing meat, fish, ham, and other foods. The long, narrow blade allows for clean, even cuts without tearing the grain, which is especially important when working with delicate foods and for beautifully presenting dishes. The double-beveled blade makes the knife versatile and comfortable for both right- and left-handed users. The blade is made of high-quality VG10 steel, renowned for its high hardness, excellent corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpness. A black Teflon coating gives the knife a modern, distinctive look and further protects the blade's surface. The hammer-forged texture (tsuchime) on the upper part of the blade is accented. The traditional Japanese handle is made of durable wenge wood, known for its high density, moisture resistance, and durability. The knife was made in Japan by Aoki Hamono Co., Ltd.
€199.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kengata Nanairo Pearl Gold 19cm 14596
The Japanese Sakai Takayuki Gyuuto Kengata knife features a 190mm blade. The high-quality VG10 steel blade boasts exceptional hardness, excellent corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpening. The knife's distinctive feature is its Kengata Gyuto shape, which combines the versatility of a classic gyuto with a sharp K-tip. Thus, this knife resembles a bunka, but with a longer blade. The Japanese-style "wa" handle is made of durable ABS plastic in a pearl-gold color, adding elegance to the knife and allowing it to blend harmoniously into any interior. Crafted with respect for Japanese aesthetics, it is free from the disadvantages of wood: it is moisture-resistant, does not crack, and is easy to clean.
€163.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kengata Nanairo Pearl Blue 19cm 14598
The Japanese chef's knife, the Sakai Takayuki Gyuuto Kengata, with its 190mm blade, is the perfect blend of centuries-old tradition and modern innovation. Its VG10 steel blade guarantees exceptional hardness, superior corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpness, making it a reliable companion in both professional kitchens and at home, requiring little maintenance. The unique shape of the Kengata Gyuto combines the versatility of a classic gyuto with a sharp, reverse-tanto (K-tip) tip. The straight blade profile is ideal for quick chopping and slicing, while the elongated tip ensures precise cutting of small items, meat, or fish. Similar to the bunka, but with a longer blade, this knife becomes a fully functional all-purpose tool for any culinary task. The ergonomic Japanese "wa" style handle is crafted from durable ABS plastic with a captivating pearlescent blue shimmer. Handcrafted with respect for Japanese aesthetics, it is free from the drawbacks of wood: it is moisture-resistant, crack-resistant, and easy to clean. This knife offers unrivaled comfort, hygiene, and precision thanks to thoughtful ergonomics, durable materials, and a stylish design.
€163.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Kengata Nanairo Wine Red 19cm 14607
The Sakai Takayuki Japanese Gyuto Kengata Chef's Knife. The 190 mm blade is crafted from VG10 steel. This steel is corrosion-resistant and retains its sharpness for a long time. The Kengata Gyuto is a Japanese chef's knife that combines the versatility of the Gyuto with a reverse tanto (K-tip) edge. Its distinctive feature is its nearly straight blade profile and pointed tip, ideal for precise slicing and chopping. This knife is similar in shape to the Bunka but has a longer blade. The Sakai Takayuki Gyuto Kengata's handle is made of ABS plastic in a beautiful burgundy-red color. Thanks to its modern materials, this Japanese kitchen knife is suitable for both professional kitchens and home use.
€163.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Nanairo Retro Gold 21cm 14586
The Japanese chef's knife, the Sakai Takayuki Nanairo, is suitable for use in professional kitchens. Thanks to modern materials, it requires no special care, making it ideal for those just beginning their acquaintance with Japanese knives. The blade of the Sakai Takayuki gyuto chef's knife is 21 cm long and crafted from VG10 steel. The "G" (for "gold") stands for the "gold standard" to which this grade of steel is considered to correspond. VG-10 steel is manufactured by Takefu Special Steel in Fukui, Japan. This steel retains an edge for a long time and is highly resistant to rust. The knife's "wa"-shaped handle is made of ABS plastic. Craftsmen create these handles by hand. This knife features a unique Retro Gold handle, reminiscent of aged wood. Dishwasher safe.
€161.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Sakai Takayuki Nanairo Wine Red 21cm 14592
The Japanese chef's knife Sakai Takayuki Nanairo combines ancient traditions with modern materials. Maintaining the shape and style of the classic Japanese gyuto chef's knife, this model, unlike traditional ones, requires no special care. The 21 cm long blade is crafted from VG10 steel. Offering all the advantages of carbon steel, it is also corrosion-resistant. The handle of this chef's knife has a traditional wa shape. However, instead of wood, it is made of a special ABS plastic, making it moisture-resistant, crack-resistant, and weather-resistant. Craftsmen handcraft these handles using traditional Japanese coloring.
€161.00

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Santoku Kitchen knife Ittetsu Medium VG-10 Damascus 15cm IWZ-112
The Japanese santoku kitchen knife is suitable for slicing and shredding most foods. Its compact size and blade length of just 15 cm make it suitable for long kitchen tasks. The blade is crafted from beautiful multilayered Damascus steel with a VG10 core. The handle is made of stabilized pakka wood. The Ittetsu IWZ-112 santoku weighs approximately 270 g. Although VG10 steel is corrosion-resistant and pakka wood is moisture-resistant, the knife is not dishwasher safe.
€135.00

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Santoku Kitchen knife Ittetsu Small VG-10 Damascus 13cm IWZ-111
This small Japanese Ittetsu santoku knife with a 13 cm blade is perfect for delicate cooking tasks. The blade is made of VG10 Damascus steel. The handle is laminated Pakka wood. This is a great choice for those new to Japanese knives. Weighing approximately 200 g, this knife also makes a wonderful and useful gift for those who love to cook. Ittetsu knives are not dishwasher safe.
€129.99

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Nakiri Kitchen knife Ittetsu VG10 16cm IWC-003
The Ittetsu nakiri knife has a 16 cm blade. The blade is made of three-ply steel. The core is made of VG10 with stainless steel sheaths. This nakiri has a European handle with mahogany scales. Weighs approximately 330 g. The nakiri is designed for chopping vegetables. Ittetsu knives are handcrafted in Echizen, Japan. Hand wash with warm water and dry with a towel.
€119.00

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Kitchen knife TOJIRO Pro Petty Service en Salle 15cm FD-703
A professional kitchen knife crafted under the guidance of the French Center for Culinary Culture, a respected organization promoting French cuisine and culture in Japan. The Tojiro Petty Service en Salle knife has a blade length of 15 cm and weighs only 85 g. Multiple forgings of steel of two different hardnesses create an elegant wave pattern, while the highly uniform VG10 steel core ensures maximum sharpness. The handle is shaped to suit the grip of professional chefs. It is made of hygienic stainless steel with a "tornado" texture that prevents slippage even in wet or oily hands.
€119.00

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Nakiri Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen 16.5cm FD-568
The traditional Japanese Nakiri vegetable knife from the Zen series. Tojiro's ZEN series chef's knives are a worthy continuation of the popular Tojiro Shippu series of kitchen knives, which combines traditional Japanese handles with European-style blades. The cutting surface of the three-layer ZEN blades is made of corrosion-resistant VG-10 steel and boasts a unique sharpness. The series includes a full range of professional culinary tools: from a chef's knife and a utility knife to models designed for sushi making and paring vegetables.
€131.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen Black 18cm FD-1563
Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife with 18 cm blade. VG10 as core steel, clad by 13-chrome stainless steel, it has achieved both professional sharpness and easy maintenance. Black oxide processing, which is the technology often used for medical equipment, has been applied on blade. The blade thus has both outstanding corrosion resistance and beautiful visual aspect. Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife FD-1563 weights 120g. Chestnut handle has excellent durability, and additionally applied fire treatment on surface makes it even stronger. Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife FD-1563 is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. It has very hard, but thin blade and not allowed to cut bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products.
€140.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI 18cm F-1352
The Tojiro GAI F-1352 Japanese gyuto chef's knife has a 180 mm blade. The new Tojiro GAI series features authentic design and ergonomics. The textured handle with a unique, durable surface is made of micarta and secured with bolts. The blades of Tojiro GAI knives are made of premium Japanese VG-10 steel with a 37-layer Damascus pattern. The Tojiro GAI Gyuto knife weighs 170 g. Tojiro knives are not dishwasher safe. Wipe dry after use.
€169.00

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Petty Kitchen knife Tojiro Classic Damascus 15cm F-651
Knife Tojiro Petty F-651 with a double-beveled blade 15 cm long. Damascus Japanese knives are usually most popular as a beautiful gift. The Damascus knife series has improved practicality and durability by adapring a bolster handle. The knife has a classic kitchen knife handle made of reinforced laminated material. Reinforced laminated handle is very durable and tough, not easily deformed and strong against deterioration over time. Metal bolster is very hygienic and prevents stain and dirt from being accumulated between blade and handle. A real forged VG10 multi-layer blade (37 layers) made using the same manufacturing process used to make Japanese swords. It is very accurate and has excellent sharpness. Regardless of what materials the Japanese kitchen knife is made of, it cannot be washed in the dishwasher. Hot water and detergents damage the materials of the handle and blade. We recommend washing the knife by hand and wiping it dry immediately after use.  Each knife comes in an individual box. Weight is 85 gr.
€108.00

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Kitchen knife TOJIRO VG10 Hammered Petty 13cm F-1111
Tojiro VG10 Hammered Petty knife has 13 cm blade. The blade is constructed from VG10 and a san mai sandwich of a soft stainless steel. Weight of Tojiro VG10 Hammered Petty knife is 105 g.VG10 Hammered is a new line of Tojiro knives. VG10 is the most favored of all stainless steels in Japanese knife making. It was developed by the Takefu Specialty Steels Company so it only makes sense that most of the local smiths employ it.
€86.00

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Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO VG10 Hammered 17cm F-1112
The Tojiro VG10 Hammered Santoku is a knife that plays outside of its price box in many ways. First up are the materials. VG10 is one of the best stainless steels used in the making of Japanese knives. It is highly regarded for it good edge retention, toughness, and superior stain resistance. It also gets really sharp. Blade lenght of Tojiro VG10 Hammered Santoku knife is 17 cm. This is a well-proportioned santoku and a knife that will find favor in many home kitchens or with professionals who prefer a smaller chef style knife for close quarters or detail work. Weight is 215 g.VG10 Hammered is a new line of Tojiro knives.
€130.00

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Kiritsuke Kitchen knife TOJIRO Classic 21cm F-796
The TOJIRO Kiritsuke F-796 knife from the Classic series is an extremely durable and corrosion-resistant utility kitchen knife, crafted to professional standards. The blade is crafted from VG10 steel coated with chrome-plated stainless steel, ensuring professional sharpness and easy cleaning. The reinforced laminate handle is extremely durable, resists deformation, and resists wear over time. The metal bolster is highly hygienic and prevents dirt from accumulating between the blade and handle. The TOJIRO Kiritsuke F-796 is a versatile knife suitable for large vegetables, meat, and fish. Its K-shaped blade tip makes it ideal for fine cutting tasks. Weight: 220 g.
€149.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid Splash Damascus 24cm HZ2-3007DS
Japanese chef's knife MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash HZ2-3007DS with a 24 cm blade. This kitchen knife is suitable for any task and can be used by both professional and amateur chefs. The MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash knife is a beautiful and useful gift for both men and women. The blade has a Damascus steel inner surface with a matte finish. The core is made of VG-10 steel and has a mirror polish. This makes the blade look particularly aesthetically pleasing. The handle of this Japanese chef's knife is made of octagonal stabilized ebony (pakkawood). The handle is made of nickel silver. The handle has a mosaic pin and a red elegant ring. The weight of the MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash Gyuto knife is 198 g. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Wash by hand and wipe dry immediately. Delivered in branded packaging.
€329.00

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Paring Kitchen knife Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid Splash Damascus 8.9cm HZ2-3000DS
Japanese vegetable knife MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash with a 9 cm blade. The blade has damascus steel linings with a matte finish. The core is made of VG-10 steel and has a mirror polish. The handle of this knife is made of stabilized ebony (pakkawood) in the shape of an octagon. The bolster is made of nickel silver. The handle is equipped with elegant decorative elements, such as a mosaic pin and a red ring. The weight of the MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash Petty HZ2-3000DS knife is 65 g. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Hand wash and wipe dry immediately. Comes in a branded box.
€169.00

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Paring Kitchen knife Mcusta Zanmai Hybrid Splash Damascus 11cm HZ2-3001DS
The MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash Petty knife is designed for precision work such as peeling vegetables, fruits, removing seeds and cutting small products. Its blade is made using sanmai technology with Damascus steel facings that form a unique "splash" pattern. The blade core is made of high-quality VG-10 stainless steel. The core has a mirror polish, while the Damascus steel facings are matte, which further emphasizes the beauty of the blade pattern.
The knife handle is made of stabilized ebony (pakkawood) in the traditional Japanese WA octagon style. The bolster is made of nickel silver. Decorative elements such as a mosaic pin and a red ring add to its aesthetic appeal. The blade length of the MCUSTA Zanmai Hybrid Splash Petty knife is 110 mm. It weighs only 70 g. It is not allowed to be washed in a dishwasher. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
€179.00

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Gyuto Kitchen knife Seki Kanetsugu Shiun 20cm 6502
The luxurious Japanese chef knife Gyuto from Shiun Series can easily handle any task in your kitchen. Offering both sharpness and durability, this elegant knife is sure to become your favorite in no time- The VG-10 core steel is forged between three layers of softer steel. The outer layer ensures that the core steel is well protected against possible damage and oxidation. The outer layer is also equipped with a beautiful hammer blow (Tsuchime) pattern so that products stick to the blade less quickly. Beautiful handle is made from oak. Gyuto means an all-purpose knife, including meat, fish, and vegetables.  Japanese Seki Kanetsugu knives are supplied in branded boxes.
€159.00

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