Higashi Hitachi Santoku KnifeThe Santoku is a versatile all-purpose knife widely used for preparing meat, fish, and vegetables. This knife has premium Ginsan stainless cutlery steel laminated as the core material. It is extremely thin, with a spine thickness of about 1mm, making it lightweight and easy to handle.This knife is double-beveled laminated steel, offering both sharp cutting ability and ease of use.Professionally sharpened and ready to use. Sharpening service is included in the price. Please handle with care when unpacking.Engraving: 東日立 (Higashi Hitachi), 銀三割込 (Ginsan Laminated Steel)Length: 270mmBlade Length: 155mmBlade Width: 42mmBlade Thickness: 1mmWeight: 74gSHARPENED 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.