{"product_id":"kasumi-damascus-santoku-knife-13cm-5-vg-10-steel-made-in-japan","title":"Kasumi Damascus Santoku Knife 13cm \/ 5\" - VG-10 Steel, Made in Japan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-forged in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Kasumi Damascus 13 cm (5\") Santoku is a compact, precision-grade Japanese chef knife built for cooks who value control. At this size it's nimble for delicate work - small vegetables, garnish, boneless fish - yet substantial enough to be your daily driver in a small kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from V-Gold No. 10 (VG-10) high-carbon stainless steel - one of the most respected knife steels in Japan - and finished with a stunning 33-layer Damascus pattern produced through repeated folding and forging in the traditional Japanese method. Ground to a steep 15-degree edge and hardened to 59-60 HRC, it takes and holds an exceptionally fine edge. Full-tang construction and a laminated wooden handle complete a knife built to last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-forged in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e using traditional folding techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 13 cm \/ 5\" (compact Santoku)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e33-layer Damascus stainless steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-10 (V-Gold No. 10) high-carbon stainless steel core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15-degree beveled edge angle for razor sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59-60 HRC Rockwell hardness - excellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-tang build with laminated wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetail work - garnish, herbs, small vegetables, boneless fish, and precision slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-wash only with mild soap and warm water; dry immediately. Do not put in the dishwasher. Hone regularly and sharpen with a Japanese whetstone (1000\/3000 or 1000\/6000 grit) to maintain the factory edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e - proudly forged in Seki, the historic home of Japanese cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kasumi 🇯🇵","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47665635197122,"sku":"7184013","price":329.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/6089\/3890\/files\/7184013.webp?v=1778902289","url":"https:\/\/japanchefknife.com\/fr\/products\/kasumi-damascus-santoku-knife-13cm-5-vg-10-steel-made-in-japan","provider":"JapanChefKnife.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}