Nōshū Magoroku Koryu Tsuchime Japanese Santoku Knife
The Nōshū Magoroku Koryu Tsuchime Japanese Santoku Knife embodies the spirit of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Featuring a hand-hammered (Tsuchime) finish, the blade’s surface minimizes friction and prevents food from sticking, allowing for smooth and effortless slicing.
The Shiraki wood handle offers a soft, natural touch that fits comfortably in your hand.
With a balanced design ideal for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables, this all-purpose knife brings both elegance and functionality to your kitchen.
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Key Features
Hand-Hammered Finish: The Tsuchime texture helps release food easily and enhances cutting performance.
All-Purpose Santoku Blade: Perfect for slicing meat, fish, and vegetables — a true everyday kitchen essential.
Stainless Steel Blade (HRC54–58): Provides excellent sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.
Natural Shiraki Wood Handle: Lightweight, smooth, and warm to the touch, offering a comfortable grip for long use.
Made in Seki City, Japan: Produced in Japan’s world-renowned knife-making capital with over 800 years of tradition.
Specifications
・Blade Material: Stainless Steel (HRC54–58)
・Handle Material: Shiraki (Natural Wood)
・Blade Type: Santoku (Double Bevel)
・Use: Meat, fish, vegetables – all-purpose kitchen knife
・Origin: Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Shipping｜return
・Standard shipping arrives in 10 days, with 1 to 2 business days for processing.
・Products can be returned in their original condition (unworn, unwashed, with original packaging) within 2weeks of purchase.
Knife Care
・Hand wash only; do not use dishwashers.
・Dry thoroughly after washing to prevent rust or discoloration.
・Avoid cutting frozen foods or bones.
・Store in a dry environment with a wooden sheath (Saya) or knife stand.
・Sharpen regularly with a whetstone for best performance.
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Daily precision and balance.
The Santoku is a true all-rounder—ideal for slicing meat, chopping vegetables, and mincing herbs. Its shorter, wider blade offers perfect balance and control for everyday cooking.
Hand-hammered to perfection.
Each Tsuchime pattern is carefully hand-forged by artisans in Seki City. The hammered texture isn’t just beautiful—it prevents food from sticking and glides smoothly through every cut.
Natural Shiraki wood handle.
Light, soft, and warm to the touch, the Shiraki handle provides a secure, comfortable grip. Its organic texture enhances control, making long prep sessions effortless and enjoyable.
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SEki City
Forged in Seki—the legendary center of Japanese blade-making for over 700 years.
From samurai swords to modern kitchen knives, this city’s craftsmanship lives on in every blade—renowned for precision, durability, and timeless beauty.