Echizen Kamofuji Santoku KnifeThe Santoku knife is a versatile, all-purpose kitchen knife, ideal for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables.Made of hagane (carbon steel) with Aogami steel and a kuro-uchi (blacksmith) finish, this double-edged knife is known for its sharpness and durability.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 "越前" (Echizen), "加茂藤作" (Kamofuji-saku), and "青紙" (Aogami).Length: 285mmBlade Length: 165mmBlade Width: 42mmBlade Thickness: 2-3mmWeight: 124gSHARPENED 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.)