Jikko Nihonko Japanese Carbon Steel Santoku Knife

Discover The Features And Use & Care Of The Traditional Honbazuke Hand-Honed Edge Knife From Sakai Jikko, A Fourth Generation Family-Owned Artisan Company Established In 1901 In Sakai City, Japan. This Double-Edged Knife Has An Asymmetric Bevel Of 80/20 And Is Made From Reactive Carbon Steel. It Is Ready To Use And Perfect For Professional Chefs. It Is Important To Hand-Wash This Knife And Keep It Dry. Otherwise, It Can Rust Or Discolor. Sakai Blacksmiths Are Renowned For Their Quality Kitchen Knives And Are Believed To Supply Nearly 90 Percent Of The Knives Used By Professional Chefs In Japan. At Present, Six Craftsmen, Including Toshiyuki Jikko, The Young President Of The Fourth Generation Family-Owned Artisan Company, Work At Sakai Jikko. The Traditional Honbazuke Hand-Honed Edge Knife From Sakai Jikko Is Forged With The Same Techniques Used For Centuries By Japanese Artisans. It Is Perfect For Professional Chefs And Enthusiasts Alike. With Proper Use And Care, It Will Remain Sharp And Ready To Use For Many Years.