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 |
Everything you need to know about our shipping methods
| Destination | Free shipping | Standard shipping |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | Orders above € 40 | € 4,95 for orders below € 40 |
| Belgium | Orders above € 40 | € 4,95 for orders below € 40 |
| Germany | Orders above € 40 | € 4,95 for orders below € 40 |
| Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Finland, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom | Orders above € 100 | € 15 for orders below € 100 |
| Bulgaria, Cyprus, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Norway | Orders above € 150 | € 25 for orders below € 150 |
| Switzerland | Orders above € 250 | € 35 for orders below € 250 |
| United States | Orders above € 250 | € 35 for orders below € 250 |
| Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Japan | Orders above € 500 | € 50 for orders below € 500 |