Tojiro "Sakuya" VG10 Black Damascus 165mm Santoku

The Tojiro "Sakuya" Santoku is a highly versatile Japanese multipurpose knife, perfectly suited for slicing, dicing, and mincing meat, fish, and vegetables. True to the striking Sakuya collection, it boasts a premium VG10 stainless steel core, prized for its exceptional sharpness, remarkable durability, and rust resistance. This core is clad in 63 layers of beautifully patterned Damascus steel, finished with a special black oxide treatment for a deep, luxurious jet-black appearance that stunningly contrasts with the gleaming cutting edge. The knife features a traditional octagonal ebony wood handle, which ensures a secure, comfortable, and moisture-resistant grip. Masterfully balancing agility and cutting power, this 165mm Santoku is an elegant, high-performance essential for both home cooks and professional chefs.

Spec:

• Origin (Made in): Seki, Japan
• Brand: Tojiro
• Series: TOJIRO SAKUYA
• Model No.: FD-1377
• Knife Type: Santoku
• Blade
  • Construction: 63-layer stainless Damascus
  • Grind: Double-edged Blade
  • Hagane (Core Steel): VG10
  • Jigane (Cladding): Stainless steel 
• Blade Finish:
  • Damascus
  • Black Oxide
• Blade Length: 165mm (6.5")
• Overall Length: 310mm
• Weight: 150g
• Handle
  • Shape: Octagonal
  • Material: Ebony

About Tojiro

Tojiro is one of the best-known knife manufacturers from Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan, combining modern production methods with traditional Japanese knife-making sensibilities. Their knives are known for strong value, consistent quality, and approachable stainless steel performance.

Care:

Wash and dry with a soft sponge, then store safely after use. Avoid bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits, glass boards, metal surfaces, and other hard cutting surfaces. When sharpening, note that the black blade finish may wear where the stones contact the blade.