Vintage Japanese Santoku Knife 180mm Made in Japan 1568

Experience the Versatility of a Vintage Japanese Santoku

A beautifully preserved vintage Japanese santoku knife - high carbon steel, wood handle, and the flat-profile blade geometry that has made the santoku Japan's most versatile kitchen knife. At 180mm, this is the ideal all-rounder: long enough for most prep tasks, light enough for extended use, and precise enough for fine vegetable work. One-of-a-kind, made in Japan, and ready to earn its place in your kitchen.

The Specs

• Steel: High carbon steel, 58 HRC
• Style: Fully forged
• Blade length: 170mm
• Blade thickness: 1.4mm
• Overall length: 290mm
• Handle: Wood
• Weight: 120g
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Vintage - one-of-a-kind

The Santoku - Three Virtues in One Blade

Santoku means "three virtues" - meat, fish, and vegetables - and this knife delivers on all three. The flat profile encourages a push-cut technique that produces clean, even slices through vegetables and proteins alike. High carbon steel at 58 HRC takes a finer edge than stainless and develops a natural patina over time. The wood handle is warm and balanced in hand. This is a working knife with genuine Japanese craftsmanship behind it - and plenty of life left in it.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe mineral oil periodically
• Sharpen on a whetstone - carbon steel responds exceptionally well
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - avoid loose drawers