Tosa Tsuboya Santoku 180mm Damascus Tsuchime

This Japanese Santoku kitchen knife is a versatile tool designed for everyday kitchen work. It originates from the traditional Tosa region and is produced under the Tosa Tsuboya Hamono brand, known for its authentic craftsmanship.

The blade is made from modern stainless cobalt steel, which offers high hardness, very good edge retention, and corrosion resistance. This combination makes the knife suitable for daily use without demanding maintenance.

The blade surface features decorative and functional Damascus layering combined with a tsuchime (hammered finish) treatment. This structure not only enhances the visual character of the knife but also improves the release of ingredients during cutting.

The Santoku shape is ideal for slicing, chopping, and mincing vegetables, meat, and fish. Its length and balanced weight offer comfortable handling for a wide range of kitchen tasks.

Knife Category

Knife Category: Kitchen Knife
Knife Type: Santoku (all-purpose kitchen knife)
Country of Origin: Made in Japan

Santoku is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for slicing – an ideal choice for everyday cooking.

Knife Specifications

Overall Length: approx. 310 mm
Blade Length: approx. 180 mm
Blade Height: approx. 45–50 mm
Blade Thickness: approx. 1.8–2.0 mm
Weight: approx. 150–170 g
Sharpening: double-bevel (for right-handed and left-handed users)

Materials Used

Blade Core: cobalt stainless steel
Cladding: stainless steel (Damascus layering)
Blade Surface: Damascus + tsuchime (hammered finish)
Handle: traditional Japanese design (material may vary per piece)

Blade Characteristics

The blade offers high sharpness and very good corrosion resistance.
Cobalt steel ensures long edge retention and stable performance during daily use.
The combination of Damascus and tsuchime improves ingredient release and reduces their adhesion to the blade.

Recommendations for New Knives

The knife is delivered sharp and ready for use.
For maximum performance, a fine finishing sharpening on a whetstone can be performed.

Knife Maintenance Recommendations

After each use, rinse and dry the knife.
Thanks to stainless steel, maintenance is simple and undemanding.

Warning

Not suitable for dishwashers or dryers, as this may damage the surface and handle.
The knife is not intended for cutting bones or hard ingredients.
Do not use the knife for prying or other activities beyond cutting.
Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as glass or stone; we recommend using wooden or plastic cutting boards.