{"product_id":"yoshida-gyuto-ginsanko-kuro-uchi-golden-sandalwood-210mm","title":"Yoshida Gyuto Ginsanko Kuro-uchi Golden Sandalwood 210mm (8.3\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoshida Gyuto Ginsanko Kuro-uchi Golden Sandalwood 210mm (8.3\")\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handcrafted, versatile Japanese chef's knife designed for everyday preparation of vegetables, meat, and fish. Its \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally thin blade made from Ginsanko stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers smooth, precise cuts with minimal resistance, excellent sharpness, and easy maintenance. The traditional \u003cstrong\u003ekuro-uchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the blade a distinctive rustic character, while the \u003cstrong\u003elight golden sandalwood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e creates an elegant contrast and provides a comfortable, secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is handmade at the Yoshida Hamono smithy in Saga Prefecture, southern Japan. Ginsanko, also known as Ginsan or Silver 3, is a Japanese stainless steel valued for its fine grain structure, excellent cutting performance, and relatively easy sharpening. The \u003cstrong\u003eextremely thin blade geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces cutting resistance, allowing the knife to glide effortlessly through ingredients with very little pressure. Its 210mm length provides an excellent balance between cutting reach and maneuverability, making this gyuto a practical choice for both home and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGyuto\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Japanese version of the classic Western chef's knife and one of the most versatile blade shapes in the modern kitchen. Its wide profile, gently curved cutting edge, and pointed tip make it suitable for everything from chopping vegetables and herbs to slicing meat and preparing fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e210mm (8.3\")\u003c\/strong\u003e, this gyuto offers an excellent balance between cutting length and maneuverability. The longer cutting edge allows smooth, continuous slicing through larger pieces of meat, fish, and vegetables, while remaining manageable for precise everyday preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e➝ \u003cstrong\u003eTIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for precise slicing, scoring, trimming, and preparing smaller ingredients.\u003cbr\u003e\n➝ \u003cstrong\u003eGENTLY CURVED CUTTING EDGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports smooth slicing motions and rocking techniques when chopping herbs and vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\n➝ \u003cstrong\u003eHEEL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relatively flat for efficient chopping, while the wide blade makes transferring ingredients from the cutting board easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm gyuto is an excellent choice for cooks looking for one versatile chef's knife capable of handling most everyday kitchen tasks. Its combination of a longer cutting edge and precise handling makes it particularly useful for preparing a wide variety of ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\"\u003eGinsanko stainless steel (Silver 3)\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as Ginsan. This Japanese steel combines excellent cutting performance, good edge retention, and corrosion resistance with relatively easy maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGinsanko is particularly valued for its fine, clean grain structure, which allows it to take a very sharp, refined cutting edge. Despite being stainless, it shares some sharpening characteristics with traditional carbon steels, making it relatively straightforward to resharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts chromium content provides good resistance to rust, meaning the blade does not develop the characteristic patina associated with traditional carbon steel knives. This makes Ginsanko an excellent choice for cooks who want the cutting performance of a Japanese knife without demanding maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the steel is stainless, we still recommend washing the knife by hand and drying it thoroughly after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a traditional \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\"\u003esan-mai construction\u003c\/a\u003e, in which the harder Ginsanko steel core is protected by two outer layers of softer steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSan-mai translates to \"three layers\" in Japanese. The softer outer layers provide additional support to the hard core and improve the overall durability of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\"\u003edouble-bevel (symmetrical) geometry\u003c\/a\u003e and an \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally thin profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing smooth cutting with minimal resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts thin geometry is particularly noticeable when cutting firm vegetables and larger ingredients, where the blade glides effortlessly through food without unnecessary crushing or splitting. The wide profile provides excellent control during chopping, while the gently curved cutting edge supports a variety of cutting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm length is also well suited to cutting meat and fish with long, smooth strokes, reducing the need for repeated cuts. Learn more about how blade geometry affects cutting performance in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\"\u003eguide to blade geometry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade features a traditional \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003ekuro-uchi finish\u003c\/a\u003e, characterized by its dark, rustic surface on the upper portion of the blade. The Japanese word \"kuro\" means black, referring to the dark appearance left by the forging and finishing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark surface creates a striking contrast with the polished lower portion of the blade and the warm, golden tones of the sandalwood handle. Besides its distinctive appearance, the kuro-uchi finish may provide some additional surface protection, although proper knife care is still essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife is fitted with a traditional \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/what-are-japanese-knife-handles-made-of\"\u003eJapanese wa handle\u003c\/a\u003e made from \u003cstrong\u003elight-colored golden sandalwood\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its warm, natural golden tones create an elegant contrast with the dark kuro-uchi blade, highlighting the knife's traditional Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wooden handle provides a comfortable, secure grip and precise control during cutting. Natural variations in the color and grain of the wood give each handle its own individual character, while its lightweight construction contributes to the knife's balanced and comfortable handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife is manufactured at the smithy of \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blacksmiths-japan\/producer-yoshida-hamono\"\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003c\/a\u003e, a Japanese family-owned company based in Saga Prefecture with a long tradition of working with steel, including the production of traditional Japanese swords, or katanas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Yoshida Hamono combines traditional forging knowledge with modern steel processing, including high-performance powder steels. The company is especially well known for its knives made from ZDP-189 steel, which are appreciated by Japanese knife enthusiasts around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir knives reflect years of experience in traditional and modern Japanese blade manufacturing, with careful attention to blade geometry, cutting performance, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yoshida Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55134614159706,"sku":"0S0103122153","price":245.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/YoshidaGyutoGinsankoKuro-uchiGoldenSandalwood210mm_0S0103122153_1.jpg?v=1794392074","url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/products\/yoshida-gyuto-ginsanko-kuro-uchi-golden-sandalwood-210mm","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}