Compact Precision for Everyday Kitchen Tasks

The Kazoku Takahiro Universal Knife 13.5 cm is an exceptional Japanese utility knife that offers outstanding performance for smaller cutting tasks. Whether you're slicing vegetables, fruits, or small portions of meat, this versatile knife is the perfect tool to have on hand. With its compact 13.5 cm blade, it's ideal for tasks that require precision and control, making it a must-have for any kitchen.

Crafted from premium VG-10 Japanese steel, known for its hardness and long-lasting sharpness, the blade is both durable and able to hold an edge for extended periods. The blade’s core is protected by multiple layers of Damascus steel, which enhances its strength and resilience. The traditional tsuchime (hand-hammered) finish not only adds character to the knife but also helps reduce food sticking during cutting. The ergonomic brown pakka wood handle provides comfort and a secure grip, ensuring precision with every cut.

More details

  • Universal knife with a 13.5 cm blade: Perfect for small cutting tasks like slicing vegetables, fruits, and meats.
  • Made from Japanese VG-10 steel: Offers exceptional hardness and long-lasting sharpness, ideal for precision cutting.
  • Damascus steel layers: Protect the hard core, ensuring durability and resilience.
  • Tsuchime finish: Hammered pattern reduces food sticking while adding a unique aesthetic.
  • Brown pakka wood handle: Ergonomically designed for comfort and durability with a low-maintenance, wooden appearance.
  • Made in Seki, Japan: Crafted in Japan’s renowned knife-making city, ensuring authenticity and craftsmanship.
Handle
Handle length 97 mm
Handle Material Packing wood
Handle Type Western (Yo)
Right or Left Handed Left and Right Handed
Steel
Blade finish Damask, Tsuchime
Blade height 2.8 mm
Blade length 13.50 mm
Blade Thickness (heel) 1.93 mm
Hardness (Rockwell HRC) 61
Origin of steel Japanese
Sharpening method Double Sided Sharpened
Steel type VG-10
Total length 242 mm
General
Category Knives
Series Kazoku Takahiro
Type Knife
Type of knife Vegetable knife, Petty
UPC 7438225713710
Weight 90 grams

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