Santoku Chef Knife 170 mm Bamboo Box Bunka Collection - KOTAI

KOTAI Santoku Knife with 170 mm blade and Bamboo Box from the Bunka Collection.

Its thin blade allows precise and sharp cuts, never crushing even the most delicate food to preserve their full flavor.

The Bunka Santoku can perform versatile functions and is the favorite go-to knife of many Japanese chefs. In fact, in most fine restaurants only the head chef is allowed to use it, therefore the Bunka Santoku (a shorter version of the Kiritsuke) is often considered to be a symbol of expertise and status.

The name Santoku means “three virtues” (三徳包丁) in Japanese, as its versatile blade is ideal for chopping vegetables and fruits, slicing through meats, and preparing fish.

Besides its aesthetic appeal, the “Tsuchime” (槌目) - hammered pattern creates tiny pockets of air between the blade and the food being cut. This ancestral Japanese method reduces drag, thus preventing food from sticking to the blade.

Rediscover Cooking

Rediscover the art of cooking with KOTAI knives. Experience the sharpness and precision of handcrafted blades made from the finest materials. Elevate your culinary creations to new heights with the perfect combination of tradition and modern innovation.

Lasting Performance

High-end 440C Japanese steel is used by third-generation expert bladesmiths to handcraft flawless, durable and beautiful knives.

440C contains twice as much carbon as other premium steels. The blade, heat treated to HRC 60 +/- 1 hardness, keeps its razor-sharp edge cut after cut.

Ergonomically Engineered

The perfect weight distribution and hand-polished pakkawood handle have been designed for you to cut effortlessly through the toughest food without compromising on comfort.

Each KOTAI knife requires 138 steps and over 2 months to be made before going through rigorous testing.