Sakai Takayuki Nihonkou Gyuto – High Carbon Japanese Steel Chef’s Knife Blade Length:180 mm Its slim and compact design

Its slim and compact design makes it ideal for mobile sharpening setups

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Designed for small blades and knives

from workshop in Sakai

The traditional Wa-style octagonal handle made from buffalo horn and wood provides improved balance

Sakai Takayuki Nihonkou Gyuto – High Carbon Japanese Steel Chef’s Knife Blade Length:180 mm Its slim and compact designThe Sakai Takayuki Nihonkou Gyuto is a traditional Japanese Carbon Steel chefs knife offering excellent cutting performance at an accessible price point. The blade is made from High Carbon Japanese Steel (Nihonkou), a practical carbon steel widely used for Japanese kitchen knives. It provides excellent sharpness, good edge retention, and easy sharpening, making it suitable for both professional users and home cooks who appreciate traditional carbon