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The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length:210mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length:340mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine:1.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:0.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle ma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eterial:S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003etabilized mahogany \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531777196169,"sku":"SATA_33VG_GY210","price":279.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_7209.jpg?v=1782092301"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-gyuto-240mm-9-4-33-layer-hammered-damascus","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 Gyuto 240mm (9.4\") 33 Layer Hammered Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Sakai Takayuki 240mm Gyuto features a VG10 stainless steel core with 33-layer hammered Damascus cladding and best fits first-timers or students seeking an easy-to-maintain Japanese chef's knife. The blade measures 240mm and utilises a double bevel gyuto profile designed for general purpose tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife represents a collaborative manufacturing approach that delivers consistent quality through skilled craftsmen working together to uphold traditional knife-making standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VG10 core achieves 59-61 HRC hardness and contains 15% chromium for stain resistance alongside molybdenum and vanadium for wear resistance and edge retention. This sanmai stainless Damascus construction is clad in stainless steel, making the blade easy to look after without reactive care requirements. The tsuchime hammered surface finish distinguishes the 33-layer Damascus aesthetic while the blade geometry sits on the thicker side. 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The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. 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The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. 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Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, Japan, this double bevel blade features a VG10 core clad in 33-layer hammered Damascus stainless steel. The 240mm length provides balanced cutting agility for artful thin carving of proteins, terrines, and patés, while the slim profile reduces surface contact and friction during slicing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVG10 stainless steel achieves 59-61 HRC hardness and offers high stain resistance through 15% chromium content. This sanmai stainless Damascus construction is easy to look after and suits users prioritising straightforward care. The tsuchime hammered finish complements the durable build oriented towards non-professional household use. As a slicer with a generally flat profile, this knife pairs well with portioning large meat pieces or acting as a melon cutter. 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The K-tip profile pairs a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the blade for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed tip work such as scoring or picking. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife represents a collaborative manufacturing approach delivering consistent quality within the 33 Layers VG10 Damascus Tsuchime line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VG10 core measures 59-61 HRC and contains 15% chromium for stain resistance, offering balanced performance that is easy to sharpen and maintain. Sanmai stainless Damascus construction ensures the blade remains fully stainless and suitable for household care without reactive maintenance requirements. The tsuchime hammered finish provides visual texture across the 33-layer cladding. This model sits on the thicker side of chef's knife profiles, contributing to its durable build and fit for non-professional users. 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Comes with four sizes: Petty (up to 160mm), Santoku \/ Nakiri (up to 220mm), Gyuto (up to 270mm), and Yanagiba (up to 310mm). A very cost effective way to protect your knife!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knives and Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31586078359689,"sku":"TAKAYUKI_KNIFEGUARD_SANTOKU","price":7.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_6631.jpg?v=1780637390"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kurokage-vg10-petty-150mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe all new Takayuki Kurokage line, state-of-the-art VG10 steel with Teflon coating. The unique Teflon coatings gives an superb food release while the high carbon VG10 provides an tough and long listing edge. Comes with a Takayuki exclusive octagonal wenge handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTakayuki is the leading Japanese kithcen knife manufacturer based in Sakai, Osaka. With more than 600 years of knife making history, Sakai knife makers collectively produce most of the professional kitchen knives in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Maintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, NO DISHWASHER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozen food, and not as screw driver \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 411px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e82 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e286 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e155 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e30 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.0 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.1 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.3 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVG10 steel with Teflon coating\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 60:61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWenge wood octagonal hanlde\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32557095944329,"sku":"ST_KUROKAGE_PT150","price":248.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/P1088220.jpg?v=1583300359"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kurokage-vg10-santoku-180mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Santoku 170mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Santoku 170mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for home cooks seeking a compact everyday blade for slicing, dicing, and mincing. This 170mm profile features a less aggressive tip than a gyuto, offering greater control during chopping tasks while maintaining versatility across common kitchen preparations. The blade measures 174mm from tip to heel with a 48.4mm height at the heel and weighs 132g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVG10 stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel forms the core, hardened to HRC 60-61 with 15% chromium for stain resistance and vanadium additions that refine the microstructure for wear resistance. The steel supports easy sharpening and retains edge well during extended use. A Teflon coating covers the blade surface, complementing the Kurokage line's functional characteristics. Spine thickness measures 2.1mm at both the heel and middle, tapering to 1.1mm near the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn octagonal wenge wood handle with a black ferrule provides a durable grip designed to withstand moisture, heat, and frequent handling in kitchen environments. The WA handle profile pairs with the 303mm total length to create a balanced tool suited to the santoku's intended general-purpose cutting style. This construction supports the knife's role as a controllable option for daily food preparation tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32675680911497,"sku":"ST_KUROGAKE_ST170","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiKurokageVG10Santoku170mma.jpg?v=1740545494"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-syousin-gin-sakura-wa-gyuto-270mm-ginsanko-with-saya","title":"K\u0026S Special Sakai Takayuki Syousin Gin-Sakura Wa Gyuto 270mm (Ginsanko) with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eForged and sharpened by the best smith in Sakai. Syousin represents the best possible workmanship. To qualify for the Syousin badge, both the bladesmith and sharpener have to be highly regarded masters. For this particular Syousin Sakura, the bladesimth is Master. Suogo Yamatuka and the sharpener is Master. Norikatsu Nishimura. Both of them are among the elite group (currently less than 30) of the Dentou Kougeishi (Traditional Craftsman). Basically, you know that you are getting a blade that comes with a guaranteed workmanship. The blade is hand sharpened by Nishimura san back in Sakai using natural stone, and thanks to the extremely thinness behind the edge, you could expect the OOTB edge is quite pleasant to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eYou can read more about the Dentou Kougeishi \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/brand.sen-shu.com\/sakai_utihamono\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003e(Japanese).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAbout the F\u0026amp;F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUsually, knives produced in Sakai, even by the best guys, do not automatically mean the best fit and finish that we, the KKFers, pay particular attention. For instance, the spine and choil are likely not rounded nor polished. The handle is sometimes installed rather badly. Apart from the QC problem, is perhaps due to that the Japanese chefs traditionally do not care too much about these aspects. For Syousin, we specifically asked for the top F\u0026amp;F. For example, spine and choil are rounded and polished in all Syousin knives. In fact the choil of the Sakura has some of the best work that I have seen in Sakai knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAbout the handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eI also want to take time to talk about the handle that comes with the Sakura. As a keen woodworker, I am often quite picky about the detail of the handle, such as the wood, the finish, the straightness after installation. I particular dislike the through mortise and tenon joint employed by the traditional Japanese WA handles (uneven tenon), and the burn in process can sometimes ruin the knife entry point to the handle (badly burnt). I much prefer the custom handles that we often seen here in KKF made by our own hobbyists and pro craftsmen. I wanted something like those. As a result, after closely working with a handle manufacturer that are willing to listen and accommodate our requests for the past few months, I am proud to offer you the K\u0026amp;S semi-custom handles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWhy I call it \"Semi-custom\"? Well, they are manufactured accordingly our specifications (custom) and are made in batches (semi). So while I may not have a unique handle for each individual knives, I do offer these handles to you, which are normally only seen in ultra high-end Japanese kitchen knives, and I offer them with K\u0026amp;S \/ Syousin quality: blind mortise and tenon construction ensures the knife entry to the handle is a neat slot; the polish job is insanely neat (no polyurethane) and use the best wood that I can get my hands to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 451px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e247 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e418 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e260 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e55.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eGinsanko core with stainless clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 60-61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eK\u0026amp;S ebony handle with black horn ferrule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33123669934217,"sku":"ST_SAKU_G3GYU240","price":999.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiSyousinGin-SakuraWaGyuto270mmwithSayaa.jpg?v=1585633949"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-s-s-aus8-nakiri-180mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki S\/S AUS8 Nakiri 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Takayuki S\/S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis line is also perfect for young chefs \/ students \/ apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUtilizing the state-of-the-art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard yet not very chippy. It is super easy to sharpen and is able to get to a crazy sharp edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33408598147209,"sku":"ST_SSAUS8_NA18","price":109.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/P1088365.jpg?v=1587015893"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-s-s-aus8-sujihiki-slicer-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki S\/S AUS8 Sujihiki \/ Slicer 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Takayuki S\/S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis line is also perfect for young chefs \/ students \/ apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUtilizing the state-of-the-art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard yet not very chippy. It is super easy to sharpen and is able to get to a crazy sharp edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33409073447049,"sku":"ST_SSAUS8_SJ27","price":141.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/P1088375.jpg?v=1587018375"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-s-s-aus8-gyuto-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki S\/S AUS8 Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Takayuki S\/S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis line is also perfect for young chefs \/ students \/ apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUtilizing the state-of-the-art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard yet not very chippy. It is super easy to sharpen and is able to get to a crazy sharp edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33409113817225,"sku":"ST_SSAUS8_GY240","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/P1088370.jpg?v=1587018684"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-s-s-aus8-gyuto-210mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki S\/S AUS8 Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Takayuki S\/S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis line is also perfect for young chefs \/ students \/ apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUtilizing the state-of-the-art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard yet not very chippy. It is super easy to sharpen and is able to get to a crazy sharp edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36218512408728,"sku":"ST_SSAUS8_GY210","price":130.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiAUS8Gyuto210mm.jpg?v=1599630747"},{"product_id":"kenji-togashi-honyaki-gyuto-240mm-western-handle-by-sakai-takayuki-sp2","title":"Kenji Togashi Honyaki Gyuto 240mm Western Handle by Sakai Takayuki SP2","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of a kind special Kenji Togashi White 2 Mizu-Honyaki Gyuto 240mm. Mirror polished blade, wave hamon. Western handle is made of stabilized burl and pearl resin with two mosaic pins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKenji Togashi (Dento-Kogeshi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKenji Togashi is one of the most skilled craftsmen in Sakai. No matter what type of steel or profile I ask him to do, he will always handle it with ease. Blue Frost (Blue 1 Mizu-Honyaki) and White Fame (White 1 Mizu-Honyaki) are both forged by Togashi-san. Togashi-san runs a small workshop. Strictly speaking I can’t really call it small, since three sons and a couple apprentices are also working for him there (\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.city.sakai.lg.jp\/naka\/jichikai\/chiikijoho\/h27\/utihamonodesi.html\"\u003esource\u003c\/a\u003e), hence the Togashi-hamono should probably be called a big workshop. His workshop can handle pretty much everything in house: forging, heat-treating and even sharpening. I still remember the first time I went into his workshop, the very first thing that caught my sight was the huge number of knife profile templates, there are probably a hundred of them, each with their manufacturer, model and length written, and there are a lot of highly regarded brands amongst them (we probably all know the Suisin Densho line is one of many).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother very interesting find at his workshop is the forge that is specifically designed for those super long tuna knives. By long, I mean really LONG! I handled a couple of them that is taller than me (requires two persons to operate)! I have no idea how difficult to forge one of these extra long blades but think a­­­­bout the required sharpness, straightness and toughness; I am sure it can only be done by someone really knows his stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogashi-san started knife forging back in 1967 and was awarded the prestigious Dento-Kogeshi in 1996, which is quite early considering he is just in his 60s. With the older generation of master either retired or approaching retirement, Togashi-san is one of those very few masters in Sakai that are able to foget top quality blades with relative higher quantity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHirosugu Tosa (Dento-Kogeshi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHirosugu Tosa started his career in 1967 and was honored with Dento-Kogeshi in 1990, he is the main sharpener of the more premium blades at Aoki Hamono. The entire Syousin blades by Sakai Takayui (apart from Syousin Sakura) are carefully shaprened by Tosa-san.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI probably don’t need to go into details on how divine his sharpening skill is, since the years of experience just speaks for it. What I am particularly impressed by how open-minded he is. I have encountered many craftsmen, while very skillfully, has a hard time listen to what I really want, and are slow to make minor adjustments on the details that we ask for, particular on the fit and finish side of things. It is understandable because the Japanese market is not too fussed about the details we care for, which means often the sharpeners don’t understand the need of paying extra attention on the F\u0026amp;F. This was never an issue for Tosa-san. No matter how minor the details are, the message always gets through. For example, we often have many custom shapes (diamond shaped usuba honyaki is just one of many) and polishing requirements (a batch of knives would have full mirror, half mirror, different kanji engraving); he always gets the job done without any error. That just shows how he pays his attention to all the details of each knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 424px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e252 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e373 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e235 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e53 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.2 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.0 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.3 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWhite 2 Mizu-Honyaki\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e63\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39488297500824,"sku":"ST_TOGSHI_WEST_GY240_SP2","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/DSC01758.jpg?v=1616581965"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-kurokage-kengata-k-tip-santoku-160mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 Kurokage Kengata (K-tip) Santoku 160mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe all new Takayuki Kurokage line, state-of-the-art VG10 steel with Teflon coating. The unique Teflon coatings gives an superb food release while the high carbon VG10 provides an tough and long listing edge. Comes with a Takayuki exclusive octagonal wenge handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTakayuki is the leading Japanese kithcen knife manufacturer based in Sakai, Osaka. With more than 600 years of knife making history, Sakai knife makers collectively produce most of the professional kitchen knives in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Maintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, NO DISHWASHER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozen food, and not as screw driver \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 411px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e128 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e313 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e160 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e44.3 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.1 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.1 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.1 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVG10 steel with Teflon coating\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 60:61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWenge wood octagonal hanlde\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39977594519704,"sku":"SATA_VGKU_KST160","price":289.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiVG10KurokageKengataSantoku160mma.jpg?v=1620958804"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kurokage-vg10-gyuto-210-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Gyuto 210\/240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife best fit for users requiring a general-purpose blade with stainless steel construction and an octagonal wenge handle. This gyuto profile features a 244mm tip-to-heel length and 52mm heel height, supporting tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, cutting meat, and disjointing large cuts. The blade geometry follows traditional Japanese acute angles between 15 and 18 degrees, distinguishing it from wider Western edge geometries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakefu Special Steel VG10 stainless steel forms the core, measuring 59-61 HRC hardness with 15% chromium, 1% molybdenum, and vanadium additions that produce hard carbides for wear resistance and stain resistance. This composition supports edge retention while remaining easy to sharpen and suitable for surface coating treatments up to 450°C. The octagonal wenge wood handle pairs with a black ferrule, offering durability against moisture, heat, and frequent handling in kitchen environments. Weighing 204g with a 398mm total length, this knife maintains consistent spine thickness of 2.1mm at both the heel and middle before tapering to 1.1mm near the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":43781588517085,"sku":"SATA_VGKU_GY210","price":309.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":44062964777181,"sku":"SATA_VGKU_GY240","price":359.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiKurokageVG10Gyuto210a.jpg?v=1740546870"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-petty-utility-120mm-33-layer-hammered-damascus","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 Petty -  Utility 120mm 33 Layer Hammered Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOne of the best selling family oriented line. The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood handle. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC 60 - 61.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length:119mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length:234mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine:1.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:0.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material:Stabilized mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40842789814424,"sku":"SATA_33VG_PE120","price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiVG10Petty120mm33LayerHammeredDamascusa_ffa560b4-cc43-4cde-855d-bde5069f2cd3.jpg?v=1630561146"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-s-s-aus8-petty","title":"Sakai Takayuki S\/S AUS8 Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Takayuki S\/S line is probably the very first choice for those of you who is thinking of giving the famous Japanese kitchen knives a try. If you have been using the much thicker German knives forever, then the thinner Japanese knives will bring you into a whole new world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThis line is also perfect for young chefs \/ students \/ apprentices with limited budget looking for performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eUtilizing the state-of-the-art AUS8 steel, the knife is relatively hard yet not very chippy. It is super easy to sharpen and is able to get to a crazy sharp edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42517493711069,"sku":"SATA_AUSS_PE150","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/AUS8pettya.jpg?v=1646366620"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tus-steel-santoku-180mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki TUS Steel Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki TUS Steel Santoku 180mm is a stainless clad monosteel knife best fit for first-timers and students seeking an entry point into Japanese kitchen cutlery. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this 180mm santoku features the proprietary TUS house steel and a migaki surface finish. The blade measures 212mm from tip to heel with a 46.9mm height at the heel, providing adequate clearance for knuckles during vertical chopping tasks on cutting boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis santoku weighs 156g with a total length of 333mm and spine widths measuring 1.7mm above the heel, 1.2mm at the middle, and 0.8mm near the tip. The stainless clad monosteel construction requires standard washing and drying after use without the maintenance demands of reactive carbon steel. As part of the TUS line, this knife serves as a straightforward option for household food preparation where consistent performance is required. The collaborative production approach at Sakai Takayuki ensures reliable fit and finish across their extensive range of classic Sakai knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42596108861661,"sku":"SATA_TUS_SA180","price":129.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/TUSSantokua.jpg?v=1648611267"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-stainless-steel-nakiri-160mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Stainless Steel Nakiri 160mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length:158mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length:280mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel:49mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine:1.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:1.3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material: Black micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43576869093597,"sku":"SATA_07220_NA160","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/DSC00954.jpg?v=1670214531"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-stainless-steel-santoku-165mm-1","title":"Sakai Takayuki Stainless Steel Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length:158mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length:280mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel:49mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine:1.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:1.3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle material: Black micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43576871747805,"sku":"SATA_07219_SA165","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/DSC00961.jpg?v=1670214797"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kurokage-vg10-sujihiki-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Sujihiki 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe all new Takayuki Kurokage line, state-of-the-art VG10 steel with Teflon coating. The unique Teflon coatings gives an superb food release while the high carbon VG10 provides an tough and long listing edge. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes with a K\u0026amp;S \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoctagonal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTakayuki is the leading Japanese kithcen knife manufacturer based in Sakai, Osaka. With more than 600 years of knife making history, Sakai knife makers collectively produce most of the professional kitchen knives in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Maintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, NO DISHWASHER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozen food, and not as screw driver \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 411px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" 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style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.1 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.9 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.0 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: 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The double-bevel blade measures 270mm and utilises san-mai stainless Damascus construction with a Tsuchime surface finish. As a Sujihiki profile, this knife is designed for thin carving of proteins and slicing terrines, where the slim blade reduces surface contact and friction during long drawing cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VG10 core achieves 59-61 HRC and offers stain resistance alongside edge retention. This stainless-clad blade is easy to look after and suits users prioritising straightforward maintenance. The construction is on the thicker side, providing durability for household use. A Western Pakka Wood handle without a bolster pairs with the blade, offering a lightweight and stable grip through resin-infused wood fibre. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife represents a collaborative manufacturing approach that delivers consistent fit and finish for non-professional users.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43866468810973,"sku":"SATA_VGDA_KSU270","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_6490.jpg?v=1780274051"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kokushin-sg2-gyuto-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kokushin SG2 Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSakai Takayuki Kokushin line features high performance SG2 powdered steel, a very thin grind with excellent finish. 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Featuring rustic Kurouchi tsuchime (hammered) finish by Sakai Takayuki's Master smith Ituso Doi. Comes with a beautiful urushi lacquered burnt oak handle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 451px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e237 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e210 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e55 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e3.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlue 2 core with carbon cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 62-63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eBurnt Oak Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44225896775901,"sku":"ST-HONGUR-GY225","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiHomuraGurenBlue2KurouchiTsuchimeGyuto225mmG.jpg?v=1698735528"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-sujihiki-240mm-9-4-33-layer-hammered-damascus-wa-handle","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 Sujihiki 240mm (9.4\") 33 Layer Hammered Damascus WA Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOne of the best selling family oriented line. The Damascus VG10 series combines the utility provided by the stainless VG10 core steel and the great artistics of damascus pattern soft steel. The VG10 steel is one of the best steels for kitchen knives due to its superior edge retention, sharpness and stain resistance. The layered Damascus steel is hand hammered to strengthen the blade, each knife is hand sharpened and fitted with a stylish redwood handle. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC 60 - 61.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 10px;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade length: 237mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight: 126g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOverall length: 367mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at spine: 2.1mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip: 0.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle style: Japanese WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44523798298845,"sku":"ST_VG10DA_SUJI240WA","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC08732.jpg?v=1706759696"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-33-layer-damascus-gyuto-210mm-blue-handle-special","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Gyuto 210mm Blue Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Gyuto 210mm with blue handle is a double-bevel Japanese chef's knife best fit for users seeking a general-purpose blade for mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The 210mm edge length and gyuto profile provide a flatter geometry suited to varied kitchen tasks, functioning as a multi-purpose tool rather than specialising in one specific cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a VG10 stainless steel core manufactured by Takefu Special Steel, hardened to 59-61 HRC. This steel composition includes 15% chromium for stain resistance and vanadium for refined microstructure and wear resistance. VG10 is noted for being easy to sharpen while maintaining edge retention. The knife measures 2.1mm at the spine heel and mid-point, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip, with a 47mm heel height and total weight of 192g. The 33-layer Damascus construction encases the VG10 core, and the double bevel accommodates standard sharpening angles between 15 and 18 degrees typical of Japanese gyuto profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667646865629,"sku":"ST-VGDM33-GY210BLSP","price":259.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Sakai_Takayuki_VG10_33_Layer_Damascus_Gyuto_210mm_Blue_Handle_Special-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725683837"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-vg10-33-layer-damascus-petty-150mm-blue-handle-special","title":"Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Petty 150mm Limited Blue Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki VG10 33 Layer Damascus Petty 150mm with Limited Blue Handle is a double-bevel utility knife best fit for users requiring a precise tool for peeling, trimming, and detailed vegetable work. This 150mm blade features a slim profile designed for intricate tasks such as deveining shrimp or cutting garnishes, functioning effectively for both in-hand peeling and general-purpose kitchen preparation. The limited edition blue handle distinguishes this specific release within the Sakai Takayuki Damascus range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed from Takefu Special Steel VG10 stainless steel, the blade achieves a hardness of 59-61 HRC and offers high stain resistance through 15% chromium content. The steel composition includes molybdenum and vanadium to refine the microstructure and enhance wear resistance, resulting in a blade that supports good edge retention and remains easy to sharpen. Measuring 1.8mm at the spine and weighing 108g, this petty knife provides a slender geometry suited to precision cutting. The 33-layer Damascus cladding protects the VG10 core while maintaining the stainless properties required for low-reactivity performance during fruit and vegetable preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667647357149,"sku":"ST-VGDM33-ST150BLSP","price":199.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Sakai_Takayuki_VG10_33_Layer_Damascus_Petty_150mm_Blue_Handle_Special-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725683852"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-kurokage-vg10-kengata-k-tip-gyuto-190mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Kengata K-tip Gyuto 190mm Wenge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kurokage VG10 Kengata K-tip Gyuto 190mm is a double-bevel chef's knife best fit for users who prioritise precise, tip-led cutting and push-cutting techniques. This K-tip gyuto profile pairs the general-purpose body of a standard gyuto with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge geometry. The sharply defined tip excels at scoring, detailing, and picking tasks, while the straighter edge section supports clean push-cuts and long slicing strokes without relying on a curved belly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed from Takefu VG10 stainless steel hardened to 59-61 HRC, the blade offers high stain resistance and edge retention supported by 15% chromium and vanadium carbides. The steel remains easy to sharpen and suits blades requiring surface coating treatments. Measuring 190mm in stated size with a 203mm edge length, the knife features a 50mm heel height and spine thickness of 2.1mm at both the heel and mid-section, tapering to 1.1mm at the tip. Weighing 178g with a wenge handle, this double-bevel knife serves as a distinct tool from single-bevel kiritsuke knives, functioning specifically as a precision-oriented variant of the gyuto profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45667668852957,"sku":"ST-KUROKG-VG-KGY190","price":319.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Sakai_Takayuki_Kurokage_VG10_Kengata_K-tip_Gyuto_190mm-20240907-01.jpg?v=1725684202"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-spg2-kengata-k-tip-gyuto-190mm-sg2","title":"Sakai Takayuki SPG2 Kengata Gyuto 190mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki SPG2 Kengata Gyuto 190mm is a double-bevel chef's knife featuring Takefu SG2 powdered stainless steel, best fitting first-timers and professional chefs seeking high edge retention in a general-purpose profile. This 190mm blade measures 203mm in edge length with a 50mm heel height and weighs 198g, providing a substantial feel for mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. The sanmai stainless damascus clad construction features a tsuchime surface finish and protects the SG2 core, which achieves 62-64 HRC hardness through uniform carbide distribution inherent to powdered metallurgy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel offers excellent wear resistance and fine sharpness but is relatively hard to sharpen due to its hardness and composition. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule, providing a durable grip for precise handling during culinary tasks. 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This Kengata Santoku measures 160mm in edge length with a 45mm heel height and weighs 160g, featuring a distinctive reverse tanto tip and straighter edge that suits slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. The Tsuchime surface finish pairs with the stainless cladding to provide a functional blade texture while maintaining stainless properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SG2 powdered steel core achieves 62-64 HRC and offers excellent edge retention and wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution, though it is relatively hard to sharpen. This stainless steel composition ensures the blade does not require the reactive care associated with carbon cores. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule, providing a durable grip for precise handling during culinary tasks. 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