Hayabusa Santoku Aogami Super Olive Wood 180mm (7.1")
🚩 This blade will develop patina with use, while improper maintenance may lead to rust formation.
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Hayabusa Santoku Aogami Super Olive Wood 180 mm is a razor-sharp Japanese kitchen knife that excels at slicing meat, fish, and vegetables. Crafted from top-tier Aogami Super steel and balanced by its olive-wood octagonal handle, it delivers long lasting edge retention with minimal sharpening—and even borrows its name from the peregrine falcon for a touch of avian inspiration.
Ready to upgrade your prep game? Add the Hayabusa Santoku to your kitchen arsenal.
BLADE SHAPE:
The Santoku knife, originating from Japan, is a versatile and multipurpose kitchen tool commonly found in Japanese households. It excels at various cutting and chopping tasks on the cutting board.
STEEL:
The centerpiece of this knife series is Hitachi's Super Blue Steel (Aogami Super), which ranks at the very top of quality Japanese steels. Aogami Super steel is extremely rich in carbon, which directly affects the blade's hardness. It also contains 0.4% vanadium which gives the steel more toughness.
LAMINATION:
The core layer consisting of the harder Aogami Super steel was sandwiched between two layers of softer stainless steel. This technique is called san-mai and is used to protect the hard (but delicate) core from outside factors and physical impacts, which could lead to breakage.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (symmetrical) blade. Sharpened to a 50/50 double bevel, this blade offers pinpoint control on the smallest cuts and stays sharp even after hours of constant use.
BLADE FINISH:
The blade features a clean, highly polished mirror finish (also called migaki). It is a simple, minimalistic blade, suitable for the most delicate tasks.
HANDLE:
The octagonal olive-wood handle offers an ergonomic grip and natural balance—ideal for both right- and left-handed chefs.
SMITHY:
Hatsukokoro bridges centuries-old Japanese forging traditions with modern kitchens. Each Hayabusa Santoku is hand-assembled and finished under their “never forget your purpose” ethos—ready to elevate your culinary craft.
Blade shape: Santoku
Steel type: Aogami Super
Blade construction: San-mai / flat v-edge / migaki
Hardness (HRC scale): 62-63
Overall length: 328mm (12.9")
Blade length: 180mm (7.1")
Blade height: 44mm (1.7")
Spine thickness: 2.2mm (0.09")
Weight: 150g (5.3 oz)
Handle length: 128mm (5")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / olive wood
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: Hatsukokoro
Location of the smithy: SEKI / Gifu 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.
☝️ THIS KNIFE MAY DEVELOP PATINA
Knives made of carbon steels can, due to their low chromium (Cr) content, discolor and develop patina. The knife is the most sensitive when it is still new and a patina had not developed yet, but later, patina will protect the blade. These types of knives require a touch more care:
✔ Wipe it regularly with a clean and dry cloth (you can also do this during use).
✔ After use, rinse it with lukewarm water and wipe it dry.
✔ Coat it regularly with knife maintenance oil or plain refined sunflower oil.
✔ Store the knife by wrapping it in paper which will absorb moisture and protect the blade.
A patina is a thin layer that forms on the surface of oxidized steel and protects it from further oxidation. The patina should not be confused with rust. Patina protects the blade, while rust causes corrosion and deterioration of material, so it should be removed (see Rust erasers).
→ For in-depth information about patina, read our dedicated post on patina.
GENERAL KNIFE CARE TIPS:
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:
- United Kingdom - shipping to UK costs €15. All orders are shipped with UPS Express (2-3 business days). Free shipping on orders over €300.
- Russia (currently not available) - shipping to Russia costs €40. All orders are shipped with EMS postal service.
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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