Sakai Hidetoshi Santoku Knife The Santoku knife is a versatile all-purpose knife, perfect for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables. Made with the Hon-Warikomi (three-layered knife) technique, this knife is relatively easy to maintain and provides exceptional sharpness. It is a double-edged knife. The knife has been sharpened, so it is ready to use immediately upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee. It features the engravings "登録" (Registered), "堺秀利" (Sakai Hidetoshi), "さびにくい本割込" (Rust-resistant Hon-Warikomi), and "GOLD". The Sakai seal remains on the handle, though some peeling is visible.Length: 290mmBlade Length: 165mmBlade Width: 44mmBlade Thickness: 2mmWeight: 121gSHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan・A PHONE NUMBER REQUIRED・I cannot ship to P.O. Box.・Some area of countries will be applied a remote area fee (25 USD or more, the most of US and West Europe is okay.)