Tojiro DP3 3-Layers Santoku Knife 170mm

Experience a Santoku Built for Everyday Precision

The Tojiro DP3 Santoku Knife 170mm is a versatile all-rounder - equally at home slicing proteins, chopping vegetables, and handling the fine detail work that a heavier chef's knife can't. Handcrafted in Niigata, Japan, it brings professional-grade steel to everyday cooking.

The Specs

• Steel: 3-layer construction - VG10 high-cobalt core, high-chrome stainless steel cladding
• Hardness: 60 HRC
• Blade length: 170mm
• Handle: Eco-wood composite
• Origin: Handcrafted in Niigata, Japan
• Construction: Fully forged, full tang

The Santoku

The santoku - meaning "three virtues" - is designed to handle meat, fish, and vegetables with equal confidence. At 170mm, this is a medium-length blade that sits comfortably between a paring knife and a full chef's knife, making it one of the most-reached-for knives in a working kitchen. Tojiro's DP3 construction places a VG10 high-cobalt core at the cutting edge - a steel prized for its hardness and edge retention - clad in high-chrome stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. At 60 HRC, the blade holds a keen edge through heavy daily use. The knife is handcrafted in Niigata, Japan's knife-making capital, and finished by hand for an impeccable edge.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only, never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly to maintain the edge
• Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade