Tobimine Santoku KnifeThe santoku is an all-purpose knife that handles meat, fish, and vegetables well, with an easy-to-use shape for daily cooking.This knife is double-beveled and made of hagane (high-carbon steel). While there is some darkening typical of carbon steel, the sharpened edge shows a clean silver hagane surface.It has been sharpened and is ready to use upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening service.It features engravings “登録” (Registered), “飛峰” (Tobimine), and “特撰” (Special Selection).A carbon-steel santoku like this can feel lively and responsive on the board—especially once freshly sharpened for everyday home prep.Length: 305mmBlade Length: 165mmBlade Width: 48mmBlade Thickness: 3mmWeight: 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 may be required for delivery・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations.