The Kazoku Kaji Black Santoku 17 cm is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a shorter blade than a standard chef’s knife, ideal for precision and control in daily kitchen tasks. The Santoku design with slightly curved edge allows chopping, slicing, and fine prep easily.

  • Santoku profile for versatile chopping, slicing, and fine work
  • 170 mm blade — compact and maneuverable
  • Suitable for meat, fish, and vegetables
  • Black-finished blade with Japanese styling
  • Comfortable handle for controlled cuts

Material & construction

The blade follows Japanese tradition, focusing on sharpness and balance.

Use & care

Use for daily kitchen tasks. Hand wash only and dry immediately. Maintain edge with a whetstone or honing rod.

Who it’s for

Home cooks and enthusiasts seeking a compact, versatile Japanese knife.

What’s in the box

  • Kazoku Kaji Black Santoku 17 cm
Handle
Handle length 128 mm
Handle Material Magnolia with Horn
Handle Type Japanese (Wa)
Right or Left Handed Left- and Right-handed
Steel
Blade finish Tsuchime
Blade height 48 mm
Blade length 165 mm
Blade Thickness (1cm from tip) 0.8 mm
Blade Thickness (heel) 3.6 mm
Blade Thickness (middle) 1.7 mm
Hardness (Rockwell HRC) 62
Origin of steel Japan
Sharpening method Double Bevel
Steel grade Stainless Steel
Steel Type SLD
Total length 310 mm
General
Category Knives
Series Kazoku Kaji
Type Knife
Type of knife Santoku
Weight 130 grams
Made in Japan

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