The Kiritsuke is a great replacement for a gyuto/chef’s knife and has become very popular in the past few years as the drop tip tappers down to a very thin scalpel and is an aggressive work horse. They generally come in a few sizes ranging from 210mm to 240mm. Traditionally a kiritsuke is a single-beveled and combined with the rustic geometry, makes the kiritsuke look like an epic kitchen sword. This is used for slicing up large cuts of meat and fish it will give you a clean cut finish.
The Yoshimi Kato SG-Strix Tsuchime series is a superb example of modern Japanese knife making, combining exceptional cutting performance with refined craftsmanship. Forged from SG Strix powdered stainless steel, the blade offers outstanding edge retention, impressive hardness, and excellent corrosion resistance, making it an ideal choice for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks. The fine grained steel is capable of taking an incredibly sharp edge while remaining relatively easy to maintain. Finished with an elegant tsuchime (hammered) pattern, the blade not only delivers a striking handcrafted appearance but also helps reduce food sticking to the blade during slicing, improving efficiency in the kitchen.
The knife is fitted with a beautifully crafted octagonal rosewood wa handle, chosen for its natural warmth, durability, and timeless elegance. Paired with a contrasting ferrule, the handle provides exceptional balance, comfort, and control, allowing for precise, fatigue free cutting over extended periods of use. Yoshimi Kato’s meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout, creating a knife that seamlessly blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern metallurgy. The SG-Strix Tsuchime Rosewood series is designed for those who demand outstanding performance, refined beauty, and uncompromising craftsmanship in every cut.
Weight: 135g
Handle Material: Octagonal rosewood with magnolia ferrule
Handle Length: 128mm (5")
Blade Length: 215mm (8.4")
Blade Depth: 48mm
Thickness at spine: 1.5mm
Thickness at tip: 0.2mm
Cutting Edge: Double 50/50
Blade Material: SG Strix core, stainless cladding, V tsuchime finish
Hardness (Rockwell scale): 63 - 64
