Tojiro Santoku Ouran 165mm (6.5")
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Crafted from VG-10 steel, this blade delivers exceptional durability, long-lasting sharpness, and superior rust resistance. The 63-layer Damascus cladding adds both strength and beauty, featuring a striking ripple pattern that highlights the knife’s refined craftsmanship. Ideal for both home cooks and professionals, this blade holds its edge through prolonged use and can be easily resharpened.
“Ouran” means cherry blossom storm — a poetic nod to fleeting beauty and the natural elegance of Japanese design. The Damascus pattern and the warm cherry wood handle bring that image to life, right in your kitchen.
BLADE SHAPE:
The Ouran Santoku is a versatile all-rounder, perfect for slicing vegetables, chopping herbs, and cutting meat or fish. Its shorter length and gently curved edge make it nimble and easy to control — ideal for beginners and pros seeking one knife that can do almost everything.
STEEL:
High-quality VG-10 steel (61 HRC) is clad in softer stainless steel, creating a distinctive Damascus pattern that makes each knife one of a kind.
GEOMETRY:
This knife features a double bevel (50/50 symmetrical), meaning the blade is sharpened symmetrically on both sides. That makes it equally comfortable for both left- and right-handed users and easier to maintain at home. It also allows for clean, controlled cuts—especially helpful for precise, consistent cuts—whether you're prepping quickly or taking your time.
HANDLE:
The oval-shaped cherry wood handle offers a smooth, comfortable grip with a beautiful natural grain. The resin bolster ensures stability, preventing cracking or warping from humidity or temperature changes.
ABOUT TOJIRO:
TOJIRO is one of Japan’s top five knife manufacturers, trusted by chefs around the world for their balance of performance and value. They blend traditional craftsmanship with advanced production techniques, creating knives that are consistently sharp, reliable, and beautifully finished. If sharpness is your priority, TOJIRO delivers—right out of the box and for years to come.
Blade shape: Santoku
Steel type: VG-10
Blade construction: San-mai / Damascus
Hardness (HRC scale): 60-61
Overall length: 302mm (11.9")
Blade length: 165mm (6.5")
Blade height: 50mm (2")
Spine thickness: 2.2mm (0.09")
Weight: 115g (4.1 oz)
Handle length: 124mm (4.9")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / Cherry
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: TOJIRO
Location of the smithy: TSUBAME-SANJO / Niigata Prefecture / Japan
☝️ Japanese kitchen knives in our store are handmade from natural materials. Slight variations in color, texture, weight and other dimensions are possible. We try to give a good photographic representation of our products, however computer screen resolution and colors do vary, so products might not look exactly as they are seen on screen.
Blade wear depends on the quality of steel, usage and maintenance of the blade. Japanese knives are made of high-quality steels. Follow these tips to keep your Japanese knife in top-notch shape:
✔ Use a wooden, plastic or rubber cutting board.
✔ After use, wash the knives and wipe them dry.
✔ For storage, use a knife holder or a protective knife sheath (saya).
✔ A good cutting technique is your best bet to prolong sharpness.
✔ Use sharpening stones to sharpen the knife.
❗️Don’t leave the knife in the sink. Wash it by hand.
❗️Don’t wash the knife in the dishwasher.
❗️Don’t use the knife on glass, ceramics, marble or steel surfaces.
❗️Don’t scrape the food off the cutting board with the edge of the blade. Use the spine of the knife instead.
❗️Knife is a tool intended for specific use - cutting food. It is not a can opener, screwdriver, trowel, wire cutter, hammer etc.
→ For more details, read our guide
on Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.
🤙 Contact us if you need some help. We reply within 1 business day.
SHIPPING RATES:
- €10 - flat worldwide rate with DHL Express (express delivery, 2-5 business days).
- FREE - all orders over €300 (DHL Express).
EXCEPTIONS:
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DUTIES AND IMPORT TAXES:
We ship all orders DDP (duties & taxes paid). This means you will not be charged for any import fees and taxes (including VAT). All our prices are final. The price you see at checkout is the final price, no hidden costs.
DELIVERY TIME:
- Europe: 1-2 business days
- US & Canada: 2-4 business days
- Rest of the World: 3-5 business days
RETURNS:
Our return policy lasts 30 days. If more than 30 days have gone by since the day you received your order, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
→ Read our SHIPPING & RETURNS policy for more info. We strive to solve any issues fast and with as little hassle for you. If you have some additional questions, please contact us.
Each knife comes with:
✔️ Instructions and knife care leaflet.
✔️ A preventive Band-Aid – the knives are very sharp! 😉
✔️ Original box from the blacksmith, which we wrap in an old Japanese newspaper sheet – so every knife is ready to be passed on as a gift as soon as it hits your doorstep!
✔️ We also offer a special gift wrapping option with the traditional Japanese washi paper.
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