{"product_id":"masutani-kokuryu-santoku-170mm-blue-pakkawood","title":"Masutani Kokuryu Santoku 170mm Blue Pakkawood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience the versatility of Japan's most popular all-purpose knife, built for home cooks and professionals alike.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: VG10 stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: 50\/50 double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 170mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 300mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade height: 44mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade thickness: 1.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 160g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Blue pakkawood, double-rivet half tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Echizen, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Masutani Kokuryu\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Santoku - meaning \"three virtues\" - excels at meat, fish, and vegetables. Masutani's Kokuryu line uses VG10 stainless steel ground to a laser-thin profile, delivering exceptional sharpness at an outstanding price point. The flat-to-slightly-curved edge suits both push-cutting and rocking techniques, making it the ideal single knife for most kitchens. The blue pakkawood handle is moisture-resistant and comfortable for extended prep sessions. Made in Echizen, Japan's historic blade-making region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only - never dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone regularly on a ceramic rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on whetstones (1000\/3000 grit recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore on a magnetic rack or in a knife block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chef \u0026 a knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52525293797667,"sku":"Kokuru Blue Santoku","price":205.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/9237E00B-82ED-4F45-A2FB-F7098BBE0A7D.jpg?v=1771825878","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/masutani-kokuryu-santoku-170mm-blue-pakkawood","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}