{"product_id":"tsaji-sg2-diamonddamascus-santoku","title":"Takeshi Saji SG2 Diamond Damascus Santoku — Blade Only","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Takeshi Saji SG2 Diamond Damascus Santoku pairs a powdered stainless steel core with Saji's distinctive textured Damascus finish. Bright layered lines and the engraved signature give the blade its character, while the compact santoku profile suits everyday vegetable, meat, and fish preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Echizen, Fukui, Japan, this double-bevel blade is designed for controlled chopping, push cuts, and slicing through boneless ingredients. SG2, also commonly sold as R2, offers strong edge retention with the convenience of stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade only — no handle is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e The exposed tang is intended for a fitted Japanese wa handle. Choose this version for a custom build, and contact Tokushu Knife to confirm handle fit before ordering your handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Medium Handles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a medium wa handle for this blade: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/carbon-knife-handle-for-210mm-knives-and-larger?variant=67599670640864\"\u003eMedium Shattered Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tokushu-knife-shattered-carbon-gold-wa-handle-for-210mm?variant=67599670706400\"\u003eMedium Shattered Carbon Gold\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/ebony-light-horn-wa-handle?variant=67599719956704\"\u003eMedium Ebony \u0026amp; Light Horn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tokushu-cypress-horn-ferrule-handle-medium-fits-150mm-210mm?variant=46568083718368\"\u003eMedium Cypress \u0026amp; Horn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/premium-amboyna-burl-horn-ferrule-handle-large-fits-210mm-240mm-blades?variant=67599670477024\"\u003eMedium Amboyna Burl \u0026amp; Horn\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/snakewood-japanse-wa-handle-140mm?variant=67599792373984\"\u003eMedium Snakewood\u003c\/a\u003e. These handle add-ons are sold separately. Each link opens the Medium size. Contact Tokushu Knife to confirm tang fit and arrange fitting before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a santoku knife best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA santoku is an all-purpose kitchen knife for chopping vegetables and slicing boneless meat or fish. Its broad blade is useful for transferring prepared ingredients, and its relatively flat cutting edge suits controlled push cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this Saji santoku include a handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This listing is for the finished blade and exposed tang only. A compatible handle must be fitted before the knife can be used. Handle selection and fitting are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs SG2 Diamond Damascus stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The SG2\/R2 core and stainless Damascus cladding resist corrosion, but the blade still needs hand washing and prompt drying. Do not soak it or put it in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a soft sponge and mild detergent, and dry the blade before storing it. Avoid abrasive polishing that can change the Damascus finish. Cut on wood or a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid bones, frozen food, twisting cuts, and scraping the board with the edge. Maintain the edge with waterstones or use our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echizen, Fukui, 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 SG2\/R2 powdered stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diamond Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included; compatible wa handle and fitting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68306269208800,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/saji-sg2-diamond-damascus-santoku-blade-only-hero.jpg?v=1793443612","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tsaji-sg2-diamonddamascus-santoku","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}