Japanese Knives Petty Knives

Japanese petty D-900 handmade by Yoshimi Kato. The compact size and relatively narrow blade make this knife very manoeuvrable and controllable, and also ideal for making precise cuts. Blade is made of Aogami Super steel with stainless steel clad. Blade length 120 mm. Handle – cherrywood. For petty knife made by Yoshimi Kato recommended hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Avoid bones, frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.

The petty knife with a blade length of 15 cm is handcrafted by Mutsumi Hinoura. Ideal for cutting vegetables and meat that are too small for a Chef’s knife. Blade of this petty knife is made of Shirogami #2 iron clad steel. The ergonomic handle is made of oak. This  knife is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut by japanese chef knives bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products. Weight 155 gr.

Seki Kanetsugu Zuiun Petty knife 15 cm. The Zuiun is a special model manufactured to celebrate the company's centennial. Seki Kanetsugu Zuiun knives have blades with a wavy “hamon” pattern similar to Japanese swords. In its current incarnation, Seki Kanetsugu Cutlery has been making modern blades that realize the characteristics of Japanese swords--unbreakable, unbending and very sharp. The company also infused the Zuiun with the spirit of such swords. The blade is made of Damascus steel that uses powdered stainless steel SPG2 for the core material. Finely sharpened by artisans, the surface of the blade features a scudding cloud-like pattern. It is also forged into a V-shaped "hamaguri-ba" clam blade, reflecting a characteristic of Japanese swords.

The balance point is right at the heel on this 150mm Petty, which makes for a comfortable pinch grip. The handle is made this time of oak and water-resistant wenge wood, which are separated from each other by a ring of natural turquoise. Raijin, the Japanese god of thunder is the inspiration Kurosaki-san used for the hand hammered pattern on these blades; evoking a "crack!" of lightning. Folds of Damascus steel play in contrast with that unique texture creating a stunning look. With a core of high quality Cobalt Special Steel that is able to take and hold an extremely sharp edge. Cobalt Special is registered trademark of Takefu Special Steel Co Ltd. It is super high grade steel, it containing lots of cobalt. The edge retention and the sharpness are better than VG10 which has good reputation in the world. 

Handcrafted by Yu Kurosaki petty knife Raijin. The blade length is 12 cm. The octagonal handle is made this time of oak and water-resistant wenge wood, which are separated from each other by a ring of natural turquoise. Raijin, the Japanese god of thunder is the inspiration Kurosaki-san used for the hand hammered pattern on these blades; evoking a "crack!" of lightning. Folds of Damascus steel play in contrast with that unique texture creating a stunning look. With a core of high quality Cobalt Special Steel that is able to take and hold an extremely sharp edge. Cobalt Special is registered trademark of Takefu Special Steel Co Ltd. It is super high grade steel, it containing lots of cobalt. The edge retention and the sharpness are better than VG10 which has good reputation in the world. Handle is made of oak, turquoise ring.  

Petty knife hand forged by Yoshimi Kato, who is a certified traditional craftsman in Takefu, Fukui prefecture in Japan. A petty knife is a small utility designed mainly for delicate work like cutting herbs or small fruits or vegetables, you might call it an utility knife. Blade is made of Aogami super steel, stainless steel clad. Blade length 150 mm. Handle - colored red and black wood. Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.

Petty knife handmade in Japan by Mr. Shigeki Tanaka. Blade length 12 cm. The blade is made of VG-10 premium Japanese steel. This knife has red western handle.  Only hand wash allowed.

Petty knife handmade by Mutsumi Hinoura. Blade is made of Shirogami steel with iron clad. Handle - octagon walnut. Weight is 155 g. This  knife is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut by japanese chef knives bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products. 

Petty knife VG10 Damascus ST-1403 handmade in Japan by Mr. Shigeki Tanaka. Blade length 15 cm. The blade is made of VG-10 premium Japanese knife steel. Petty knife made by Shigeki Tanaka has octagonal walnut handle. Only hand wash allowed.

Vegetable knife Spyderco Minarai Petty K15PBK is designed by world-renowned knifemaker Murray Carter, official heir to a 420-year-old Japanese bladesmithing lineage, Spyderco’s Murray Carter Collection faithfully translates Carter’s coveted handcrafted designs into affordable factory-made kitchen cutlery. The newest additions to this proud family of knives are his Minarai Series. Literally meaning “to look and learn,” minarai is a quintessentially Japanese way of describing the role of an apprentice. In that spirit, the Minarai Series expresses five of Carter’s highly refined designs in an economical format featuring solid CTS® BD1N stainless steel blades and injection-molded polypropylene handles. A remarkable fusion of time-tested traditional designs and state-of-the-art modern materials.
Minarai Petty overall length 8.88" (225 mm). Blade length 4.63" (118 mm). Made in Japan.

Tojiro Petty knife F-333 with 13,5 cm blade. This knife has classic kitchen knife's handle made of reinforced laminated material. Real forged multilayered blade made by the same manufacturing process as Japanese sword making. It is very precise and has excellent sharpness. Each knife comes in an individual box.

This petty knife made by Ikeuti Hamono is good for fish and meat cutting and preparing. Ergonomic non-slip handle made of rubber. Single bevel. 15 cm blade is made of VG10 steel. Weight about 150 g.

Petty knife with 15 cm blade. Yu Kurosaki Fujin series fearture Nickel Damascus-patterned blades with a core of VG-10 stainless steel for professional with a hardness of 60-61 HRC, which provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. The handle of Fujin VG10 Damascus Series Petty knife is made of Octagonal-shaped wenge wood. Handmade by Mr. Yu Kurosaki. Yu Kurosaki works in Takefu Knife Village where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato.

Petty knife Ittetsu with 180 mm blade. This japanese kitchen knife is made from 3 layers of material: iron clad and Shirogami steel. A layer of iron on each side protecting a layer of carbon steel at the core, in a process referred to as Sanmai or forge welding. Iron and carbon steel are both susceptible to rust and must be kept dry and clean at all time’s to avoid oxidation and discolouration. Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins. Handle: waterproof mono octagonal walnut. Ittetsu knives are handmade in Echizen city, Japan. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. 

Japanese petty knife made by Yoshimi Kato. Blade is made of Aogami Super steel with stainless steel clad. Blade length 150 mm. Handle – cherrywood. For petty knife made by Yoshimi Kato recommended hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Avoid bones, frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.

 Japanese Petty knife handmade by Tsutomu Kajiwara. "Petty" is the Japanese word for a paring or utility knife, it comes from the French word “petite”. Blade 150 mm is made of Aogami 2 steel with iron damascus clad. Traditional japanese wooden handle. Please, use your Tsutomu Kajiwara knife carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

 Petty knife handmade by Tsutomu Kajiwara. Blade 120 mm is made of Aogami 2 steel with iron damascus clad. Traditional japanese wooden handle. Weight about 95g. Please, use your Tsutomu Kajiwara knife carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

Handmade japanese kitchen Petty knife by Tsutomu Kajiwara. Blade 90 mm is made of Aogami 2 steel with iron damascus clad. Traditional japanese wooden handle. Weight 80 g.
Please, use your Tsutomu Kajiwara knife carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

Spyderco Itamae Petty Murray Carter Collection is the equivalent of a Western paring knife and is ideal for peeling and slicing fruits and vegetables, making garnishes, and other detailed food-preparation tasks. Itamae literally means "in front of the cutting board," Itamae is an extremely prestigious title reserved for highly skilled sushi chefs. Consistent with that elite status, the Murray Carter Collection's Itamae Series —the highest tier in the Collection—proudly features premium materials and uncompromising craftsmanship.
The blades of Itamae Series knives are expertly crafted from laminated steel consisting of an Aogami Super Blue core clad between layers of SUS410 stainless steel. This classic three-layer construction allows the outer layers to protect and support the ultra-hard carbon-steel center layer that forms the blade's edge. Ground exceptionally thin and straight for unparalleled cutting performance, the blades also feature Murray Carter’s signature "Carter Elbow"—a distinctive taper from the spine to the point that reinforces the blade's tip.
The elite blades of the Itamae Series are paired with traditional "wa"-style (octagonal) handles made from stunning burl G10 and highlighted with black G10 ferrules.
Created for those who demand the very best, the Itamae Series faithfully captures the spirit of Murray Carter's coveted handmade knives and sets a new standard in high-performance kitchen cutlery.
Spyderco Itamae Petty overall length 8.84" (225 mm). Blade length 4.57" (116 mm). Weight 3.0 oz. (84 g). Made in Japan.

Spyderco Wakiita Petty Murray Carter Collection is the equivalent of a Western paring knife and is ideal for peeling and slicing fruits and vegetables, making garnishes, and other detailed food-preparation tasks. Wakiita literally means "near the cutting board" and is a term used to refer to senior apprentices skilled enough to assist high-ranking chefs. 
The blades of Wakiita Series knives are precision ground from CTS-BD1N – a high-carbon, nitrogen-enriched stainless steel that provides a superior balance of hardness, edge holding, and corrosion resistance. Like all knives in the Murray Carter Collection, they are ground exceptionally thin and straight for superior cutting performance and proudly feature the signature "Carter Elbow" – a distinctive taper from the spine to the point that reinforces the blade's tip.
In classic style, the knives of the Wakiita Series showcase traditional "wa-style" (octagonal) handles. Painstakingly crafted from solid black G10, a durable fiberglass and epoxy laminate, the polished handles ensure both comfort and precise control.
Wakiita Petty overall length 8.78" (223 mm). Blade length 4.52" (115 mm). Weight 2.8 oz. (79 g). Made in Japan.

New! Tojiro OBORO F-1310 Petty knife with 135 mm blade. New Tojiro OBORO series is suitable for both professional and home use. Not only practical, it is design wise superior and unique. Black and white pattern inspires image of traditional Japanese ink wash painting. Selected most popular five items are available. VG10 as core blade, covered by anti-rust 13 chrome stainless steel on both sides, which establish both professional sharpness and easy maintenance for home users. Its convex ground blade holds the edge longer, durable, and easy to re-sharpen. Handle is linen micarta which is durable, corrosion resistance, and strong against degradation over time. Its round shape perfectly fits in your hand. Weight of Tojiro OBORO Petty knife F-1310 is 80 g.
Please, use your Tojiro knives carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

New! Tojiro GAI Petty kitchen knife with 135 mm blade. New Tojiro GAI series is suitable for both professional and home use. Not only practical, it is design wise superior and unique. VG-10 premium Japanese knife steel is in the core, which forged by 37 layers low and high carbon stainless steel. The handle with uniquely designed rugged surface fixed by hex bolts. It is one of a kind. Series name “GAI” came from a Japanese word "armor", which is inspired by the handle. Weight of Tojiro GAI Petty F-1353 is 85 g.
Please, use your Tojiro knives carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

New! Tojiro OBORO F-1311 utility kitchen knife with 160 mm blade. New Tojiro OBORO series is suitable for both professional and home use. Not only practical, it is design wise superior and unique. Black and white pattern inspires image of traditional Japanese ink wash painting. Selected most popular five items are available. VG-10 as core blade, covered by anti-rust 13 chrome stainless steel on both sides, which establish both professional sharpness and easy maintenance for home users. Its convex ground blade holds the edge longer, durable, and easy to re-sharpen. Handle is linen micarta which is durable, corrosion resistance, and strong against degradation over time. Its round shape perfectly fits in your hand. Weight of Tojiro OBORO utility knife F-1311 is 140 g.
Please, use your Tojiro knives carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.

Goko Hamono petty Japanese kitchen knife with is 15 cm blade. Petty is the Japanese word for a paring or utility knife, it comes from the French word “petite". Constructed using a core of white #1 steel and covered with a stainless outer cladding, this small and nimble knife is the ideal utensil for small slicing and dicing jobs as well as a great tool for those intricate garnishes. The petty now comes with a nice upgraded oak octagonal handle and a durable pakka wood ferrule.