About the Maker - KAI Group

The KAI Group is a global enterprise known for its diverse range of products, which include cutlery, kitchen utensils, beauty care products, and confectionery utensils. The company, which was established in 1908, is headquartered in Iwamoto-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The company’s offerings extend to knives, razors, surgical and industrial cutting tools, as well as beauty-care and kitchen tools. The KAI Group was originally founded in Seki city, Gifu Prefecture, a region with a history of over 800 years as a hub for forging blades.

About the Shape - Santoku

The Santoku (三徳) is a versatile multi-use Japanese knife, famous for the translation of its name, ‘three virtues’. The three virtues are said to refer to the Santoku’s versatility in use for chopping, slicing and dicing, or the primary range of ingredients that it can be used for: fish, meat and vegetables.

About the Steel - VG10

Developed by Takefu Special Steel Company in Japan, VG10 is also called V Gold 10. A stainless steel with high-carbon content which is very hard and tough, with great edge retention. Typically has an HRC of 60-61.

About the Finish - Damascus

Damascus or "Modern Damascus" finish refers to the watery or wavy light and dark pattern of the metal. Suminagashi (墨流し) which literally translates to "floating ink" is another word used for the finish.

Shun Classic VG10 Santoku 140mm

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