{"product_id":"satoshi-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-santoku-with-ebony-and-horn-handle","title":"Satoshi Nakagawa Blue #1 Damascus Santoku with Ebony and Horn Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Satoshi Nakagawa Blue #1 Damascus Santoku with Ebony and Horn Handle is a refined Sakai-made Japanese kitchen knife forged by Satoshi Nakagawa and sharpened by Morihiro Hamono. This santoku brings together Aogami #1 carbon steel, soft iron Damascus cladding, and a premium octagonal ebony wa handle with horn ferrule for a knife that feels both collectible and highly practical in daily prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue #1 steel is loved by serious home cooks and professional chefs for its fine edge potential, strong edge retention, and crisp sharpening feel. The Morihiro sharpening adds another layer of performance, giving this blade the smooth cutting feel and refined edge geometry expected from high-end Sakai craftsmanship. The santoku profile is compact, versatile, and easy to control, making it excellent for vegetables, proteins, herbs, and everyday prep where precision matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is best for cooks who want a premium carbon steel santoku with heirloom-level craftsmanship. The Damascus finish gives the blade a flowing visual pattern, while the ebony and horn handle adds balance, comfort, and a clean traditional look. Because the blade uses carbon steel and iron cladding, it should be washed by hand, dried immediately, and maintained with proper care after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Satoshi Nakagawa Blue #1 Damascus Santoku good for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This santoku is an excellent choice for serious home cooks who want a high-performance Japanese knife that is easier to control than a longer gyuto. Its compact blade length, generous heel height, and balanced profile make it useful for slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, meat, and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes this Nakagawa santoku special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It combines Satoshi Nakagawa’s Blue #1 forging with Morihiro Hamono sharpening, soft iron Damascus cladding, and a premium ebony and horn wa handle. The result is a high-end Sakai santoku with strong edge retention, refined cutting feel, and a visually striking Damascus finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I care for a Blue #1 Damascus carbon steel knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash and dry the knife by hand immediately after use. Do not put it in the dishwasher, and avoid leaving it wet on the counter or in the sink. For longer-term protection, apply a thin layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003eTsubaki oil\u003c\/a\u003e. For edge maintenance, use a fine whetstone or maintain the edge gently with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro \/ Nakagawa Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satoshi Nakagawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharpener:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morihiro Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sakai, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami #1 \/ Blue #1 Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Iron Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus \/ Kasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180mm class; approximately 169mm heel to tip based on comparable listed measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 47-48mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 319mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e  3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal Ebony Wa Handle with Horn Ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge\/Bevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel, 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon steel; hand wash and dry immediately after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51711637979360,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/satoshi-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-santoku-ebony-horn-handle-02.jpg?v=1776500917","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/satoshi-nakagawa-blue-1-damascus-santoku-with-ebony-and-horn-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}