Yamashin Tosa Hot Forged Shirogami Santoku 165mm — Made by Yamashin

• Knife Type: Santoku (multi-purpose knife)
• Blade Length: 165 mm
• Blade Material: Shirogami (White #1) Carbon Steel
• Construction: Hot-forged, hand-crafted
• Edge Geometry: Double bevel (V-edge)
• Blade Finish: Kurouchi (blacksmith finish)
• Handle Material: Walnut wood
• Ferrule Material: Pakkawood
• Handle Shape: Octagonal
• Blade Hardness: Approx. 61–62 HRC
• Weight: ~150–170g (varies due to hand-forging)
• Ideal Use: All-purpose knife for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, fish, and meat
• Maintenance: Hand wash and dry immediately; oil blade regularly to prevent rust

The Tosa Hot Forged Shirogami Santoku 165mm by Yamashin is a beautifully balanced, all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife crafted through traditional Tosa hot-forging techniques. Designed for versatility, it excels in slicing vegetables, meat, and fish with precision and ease.

Hand-forged from Shirogami (White Paper) carbon steel, this Santoku delivers outstanding sharpness, fine edge retention, and effortless sharpening. Each knife carries the distinct kurouchi (blacksmith) finish that showcases the character and craftsmanship of Yamashin’s workshop in Tosa, Japan.

The elegant walnut handle provides a warm, natural grip, while the pakkawood ferrule ensures strength and moisture resistance. Perfectly balanced and expertly finished, this Santoku is ideal for both professional chefs and home cooks seeking authentic Japanese performance and artistry.

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