Sakai Takayuki | 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Wa-Style | Kengata (Kiritsuke) Santoku | 160mm | Zelkova

【Sharp Maneuverability Infused with Japanese Design】Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Wa-Style Kengata Santoku 160mm (Zelkova Handle)

Usage (Kengata Santoku 160mm): This blade fuses the versatile "Santoku"—capable of handling meat, fish, and vegetables—with the sharp, clipped-point "Kengata (Kiritsuke)" design. The nimble 160mm size is slightly more compact than a standard Santoku, offering light, effortless maneuverability that feels like an extension of your hand. From intricate decorative carving using the sharp tip to everyday slicing, this single knife delivers professional precision to your culinary work.

Blade Material: The core is forged from premium stainless steel, boasting exceptional rust resistance and incredible edge retention. The standout feature is the "Tsuchime" (hammered) finish applied to the 33-layer Damascus steel cladding. Each indentation, struck individually by a craftsman, creates air pockets between the blade and the food, ensuring excellent food release and supporting a smooth, clean cut. It achieves a high-level harmony between practicality and mystical beauty.

Handle (Zelkova Wa-Style Handle): The handle features a traditional octagonal design made from "Keyaki" (Japanese Zelkova), a precious wood long favored for Japan’s architecture and fine furniture. Extremely hard and durable, Zelkova is characterized by its powerful and beautiful grain, which deepens in luster and develops a rich character over years of use. The traditional octagonal shape provides a comfortable grip, accurately transmitting delicate feedback to the fingertips and gracefully enhancing advanced knife skills.

"A Top-Tier Companion for a Lifetime" The "sharpness" born from overwhelming hardness meets the "comfort" of Japanese craftsmanship. This masterpiece from Sakai Takayuki is built to satisfy every user—from professionals who demand uncompromising tools to home cooks who wish to incorporate the ultimate cutting edge and the warmth of natural materials into their daily lives.