Made by Yasuda Hamono in Seki, Japan, this 180mm santoku belongs to the maker’s Kotetsu series, bringing distinctive detail to a versatile everyday knife. Its broad blade and relatively flat cutting edge suit chopping vegetables, slicing boneless meat and preparing fish, making it a natural choice for daily meal preparation. The VG-10 core combines lasting sharpness with easy everyday care, while layered Damascus cladding and a hammered tsuchime finish give the blade a striking mix of flowing patterns and texture. An octagonal pakkawood handle offers a comfortable grip, completing a practical all-rounder that feels at home in a busy kitchen.
