{"product_id":"nao-yamamoto-aogami-kuro-uchi-santoku-165mm","title":"Nao Yamamoto Aogami Kuro-uchi Santoku Knife 165mm – Japanese Carbon Steel Kitchen Knife \/ Natural Wood Handle \/ Made in Japan","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traditional 165mm Santoku knife by Japanese knifemaker Nao Yamamoto, featuring Aogami carbon steel, a rustic Kuro-uchi finish, and a natural wood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining traditional Japanese knifemaking aesthetics with the versatility of a classic Santoku, this knife offers a distinctive balance of craftsmanship and everyday functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAogami (Blue Paper) carbon steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Japanese steel valued for its edge retention and sharpening characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKuro-uchi finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives the blade a rustic, dark appearance, creating a striking contrast with the exposed cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a blade length of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an overall length of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e305mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Santoku offers a versatile size for everyday kitchen preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe classic Santoku profile is well suited for slicing meat, preparing fish, chopping vegetables, and handling a wide range of ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5mm in thickness and gradually tapers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving it a substantial yet distinctive silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e adds warmth and character, beautifully complementing the rugged appearance of the Kuro-uchi blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e143g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Santoku combines a substantial blade profile with a relatively lightweight overall design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAogami carbon steel, a traditional Kuro-uchi finish, and the versatility of a classic Santoku — a distinctive Japanese kitchen knife by Nao Yamamoto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker: Nao Yamamoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Aogami Kuro-uchi Santoku 165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type: Japanese Santoku Kitchen Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Steel: Aogami (Blue Paper Carbon Steel; Exact Grade Unspecified)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Finish: Kuro-uchi (Black-Forged Finish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Natural Wood (Species Unknown)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: Approx. 305mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: Approx. 165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness: Approx. 5.5mm, Gradually Tapered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Approx. 143g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Important Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSale to minors is prohibited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAogami is a reactive carbon steel and requires proper care. Wash and dry the blade thoroughly after each use to help prevent rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash only. Do not soak or place in the dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural wood grain and coloration may vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid cutting frozen foods or forcing the blade through hard bones, as this may damage the cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle carefully and store securely when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"山本直","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68032334233922,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/5620\/0770\/files\/nao-yamamoto-aogami-kuro-uchi-santoku-165mm-japanese-knife.jpg?v=1793855490","url":"https:\/\/sunizumi.com\/products\/nao-yamamoto-aogami-kuro-uchi-santoku-165mm","provider":"三泉商店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}