The Santoku is a versatile, all-purpose knife that excels in precision cutting, making it a staple in both professional and home kitchens. The name “Santoku” translates to “three virtues,” referring to its ability to handle slicing, dicing, and chopping with ease. With its shorter, wider blade and a flat cutting edge, the Santoku is designed for a more up-and-down chopping motion, making it an excellent alternative to the Gyuto, especially for those who prefer a more compact knife.

Unlike a Gyuto, which has a pronounced curve for rocking cuts, the Santoku features a straighter edge, allowing for clean, precise cuts with minimal horizontal movement. The sheep’s foot tip provides extra control for delicate slicing, while the wide blade makes it easy to scoop up chopped ingredients. Many Santoku knives also feature a granton edge (hollow grooves), which helps reduce food from sticking to the blade, improving efficiency.

With its balanced weight, sharp edge, and ergonomic design, the Santoku is an ideal choice for those who want a lightweight, efficient, and easy-to-handle knife for everyday kitchen tasks. Whether you’re chopping vegetables, slicing meat, or mincing herbs, the Santoku delivers precision and versatility in every cut.

The Misono UX10 Series is the brand’s flagship line, made from high-quality Swedish stainless steel. With a hardness of approximately 59-60 HRC, these knives offer an outstanding balance of sharpness, durability, and rust resistance. They feature a special nickel and silver bolster, providing an elegant appearance and improved weight distribution. Each UX10 knife is hand-finished with a sharp bevel angle, making it one of the most sought-after stainless-steel knives among professional chefs who demand precision and reliability.

Weight: 159g

Handle Material: Western handle - Black stamina wood with a silver nickel bolster

Handle Length: 125mm (4.9")

Blade Length: 183mm (7.2")

Blade Depth: 47mm

Thickness at spine: 1.5mm

Thickness at tip: 0.2mm

Cutting Edge: Double 70/30

Blade Material: Swedish stain resistant steel

Hardness (Rockwell scale): 59 - 60