{"product_id":"masutani-sekka-vg10-nashiji-santoku-170mm","title":"Masutani Sekka VG10 Nashiji Santoku 170mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masutani Hamono Sekka VG10 Nashiji Santoku 170mm is an agile, stainless Japanese kitchen knife made in Echizen, Fukui, Japan. Its versatile santoku profile gives home cooks and professionals the control to slice vegetables, portion boneless proteins, mince herbs and handle everyday prep with one compact blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA VG10 stainless-steel core provides dependable edge retention and easy care, while layered stainless cladding adds visual depth along the cutting edge. Above it, the textured nashiji finish gives the blade a traditional, understated character. The full-tang Western handle is made from durable black pakkawood with stainless rivets and a metal bolster for a familiar, secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCutting Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasutani knives are known for delivering thin, efficient cutting geometry at an approachable price. The approximately 170mm blade is long enough for complete meal preparation yet nimble enough for smaller boards and tight workspaces. Its gently curved edge supports smooth push cutting and light rocking, while the broad blade makes it easy to scoop and transfer prepared ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this Masutani santoku suitable for a home cook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The stainless VG10 construction, manageable 170mm size and comfortable Western handle make it an excellent first Japanese knife as well as a capable everyday tool for experienced cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a santoku best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A santoku is designed for the three core kitchen tasks of slicing, dicing and mincing. This knife excels with vegetables, fruit, herbs, poultry, fish and boneless meats. Avoid frozen food, bones and hard twisting cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does VG10 require special care?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG10 is stainless and easier to maintain than carbon steel, but the knife should still be hand washed, dried immediately and stored safely. Never put it in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e to protect the fine edge. Between sharpenings, gentle use of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife Premium XL leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e can help maintain clean cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith \/ Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masutani Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sekka\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 VG10 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashiji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 170mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black pakkawood Western handle with stainless rivets and metal bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, suitable for right- or left-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60–61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this knife is handcrafted, measurements, finish and appearance may vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masutani Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019960045792,"sku":"MAS-SEK-VG10-SA170-BLK","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/masutani-sekka-vg10-nashiji-santoku-170mm-angled-view.jpg?v=1786696651","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/masutani-sekka-vg10-nashiji-santoku-170mm","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}