Tsunehisa Santoku Ginsanko Nawame Damascus 170mm (6.7")
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The Tsunehisa Santoku Ginsanko Nawame Damascus 170 mm is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife suitable for a wide range of cutting techniques—from chopping vegetables to longer slicing motions used for preparing meat and raw fish. Effortless to maintain, holds a razor-sharp edge, and hones beautifully on whetstones.
Suitable for first-time buyers of a Japanese kitchen knife. It can also serve as a wonderful gift!
BLADE SHAPE:
The Santoku, meaning “three virtues,” excels at slicing meat, fish, and vegetables with ease. Its thin, slightly curved blade allows for precise rocking cuts and delicate work. Balanced and lightweight, it offers comfort and control—ideal for both home cooks and professionals.
STEEL:
Hitachi's Silver III steel, also named Ginsan steel or Ginsanko, was hardened to around 63 HRC. Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), Ginsan steel will resist corrosion very well. Despite it being a stainless steel, it feels and behaves very similarly to carbon steels, due to its extremely pure composition.
LAMINATION:
The hard Ginsanko steel core is clad in softer stainless steel using the traditional san-mai technique. This method enhances durability and protects the core from external stresses and chipping.
BLADE FINISH:
The blade combines a refined damask pattern with a hand-forged tsuchime finish, which gives the knife a distinctive texture and depth. The tsuchime pattern on the blade is designed in a rope or sailor's knot motif, reminiscent of intertwined threads.
The term nawame (縄目) literally means “rope mark” or “rope imprint” in Japanese. In the context of knives, it refers to a pattern that resembles twisted rope or knots, traditionally associated with maritime and craft symbolism.
The nawame pattern is not only a visual accent but also a functional finish, as it reduces food adhesion and improves the cutting process. The texture gives the blade a distinctive character and subtle three-dimensionality.
HANDLE:
The knife features an octagon Japanese (Wa) style handle made out of ebony wood. The octagon shape of the handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, allowing for precise control during use.
BLACKSMITH:
Tsunehisa is a curated brand that brings together high-quality knives from Japan’s top smithing regions—Tosa, Seki, and Sakai. Each area specializes in distinct steels and techniques: Tosa is known for Ginsanko and AUS-8; Seki for the V-Gold series; and Sakai for its traditional single-bevel Honyaki knives.
Blade shape: Santoku
Steel type: Ginsanko
Blade construction: San-mai / damascus, nawame
Hardness (HRC scale): 63
Overall length: 304mm (12")
Blade length: 167mm (6.6")
Blade height: 47mm (1.9")
Spine thickness: 1.8mm (0.07")
Weight: 143g (5 oz)
Handle length: 130mm (5.1")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / Rosewood
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: Tsunehisa
Location of the smithy: TOSA / Kōchi 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:
See our Shipping page for more details.
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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