The Santoku

The Santoku

$105.00
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The Santoku

The Santoku Walnut Edition

$105.00

A balanced and versatile everyday knife, ideal for meat, fish and vegetables.

Trusted by 1,500+ customers on Etsy

Ships from Michigan USA

2-year worldwide warranty

30-day returns

Translated as “Three Virtues,” the Santoku is the most widely used Japanese kitchen knife, designed to handle meat, fish and vegetables with efficient, controlled precision.

  • Exceptional sharpness - thin ground and hand sharpened.
  • Lasting sharpness - hard steel for extended edge retention.
  • Three task geometry - optimized for slicing, dicing and mincing.
  • Balanced weight - 150 g for nimble, controlled handling.
Steel

Stainless 67-layer Damascus
Dimensions

170×45mm 150g
Hardness

HRC-60
Handle

Walnut & cherry wood
+What's Included
• Santoku knife
• Natural pinewood box
• Care and sharpening guide
+Care

We recommend reading the included printed guide before first use to ensure longevity and safe handling.

  • No Dishwasher: hand wash with mild soap and warm water only.
  • Avoid Hard Foods: do not cut bones, frozen food or pits.
  • Cutting Surface: use only wood or plastic boards.
  • Dry and Store: dry immediately after washing. Store in a block, sheath or drawer dock.
  • Handle Care: Walnut is a living material. Occasionally apply a drop of food-safe mineral oil to the handle to maintain its deep luster and prevent drying.
+Technical Specs
Knife
  • Steel: 67-layer Stainless Damascus
  • Core: 10Cr15CoMoV (VG-10 equivalent)
  • Hardness: HRC-60
  • Bevel: 50/50 convex grind
  • Sharpening angle: 15° per side
  • Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
  • Spine Thickness: 2.2 mm
  • Place of production: PRC
Whetstone

Included with premium sets and bundles only

  • Grit: 1000
  • Material: white corundum
  • Dimensions: 180x60x10mm
  • Weight: 250g
Free Shipping
Fully Tracked
Express Options
EU, USA & Canada
Tracking number provided
UPS, DHL or FedEx available
Europe & International
  • Origin: Luxembourg
  • Processing: 1 to 2 business days
  • EU Delivery: 2 to 3 business days in average
  • International: 1 to 3 weeks depending on destination
USA
  • Origin: Michigan, USA
  • Processing: 1 to 2 business days
  • Standard: USPS Ground Advantage
  • Transit: 3 to 5 business days

View our Shipping Page for exact carriers and transit times by country.

30 Day Returns

Return within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

  • EU 27 - free returns with prepaid label.
  • International - prepaid labels available, shipping deducted from refund.

View our Returns and Refunds page for full details.

2 Year Warranty

Covered by a 2 year limited warranty against manufacturing defects in blade and handle.

Exclusions - does not cover normal wear, rust, or damage from improper use.

View our Warranty Page for full coverage details.

HANDCRAFTED FROM SUPERIOR STEEL

Razor sharp. Lasting edge retention.

Crafted from premium hard steel and meticulously hand finished, our knives feature a thinner, sharper edge that glides through ingredients with minimal effort.

The blades hold a razor sharp edge significantly longer than Western knives made from softer steel, reducing the need for frequent sharpening.

GENUINE DAMASCUS

Layered steel naturally patterned through hammering

The hammering subtly distorts each layer, creating unique flowing patterns with striking visual depth. No two blades are exactly alike, each carries its own individual character.

NATURAL WALNUT HANDLES

Timeless. Organic.

Each handle is crafted from solid wood and finished with a natural food grade oil that enhances the grain while preserving its authentic and distinctive feel.

  • 5 stars: 108 (98%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (2%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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bernard auger

Beautiful knife, the Damascus and hammering on the blade look great , the handle too,edge nicely polished razor sharp and great tooth as well , therefore the sharpness is perfect, is a little heavy which gives a nice feeling comes with a beautiful wooden top( but not the whole box ,the rest is cardboard) fully satisfied with the product, beware of the 64% customs duty in India when shipped by DHL as intermediary..

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Sophia Tobler

Beautiful product, really great packaging and works perfectly as a gift!

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Nicole

Customer service was excellent, seller was super accommodating especially when local post went on strike and they made sure this gift arrived in time for Christmas. Quality is amazing, I definitely recommend this product.

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Dys Pishchalnikov

Absolutely amazing knife, shipping speed and shipping security, would highly recommended to anyone!!

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Melissa

Beautiful, sharp, good quality knife.

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Marc

Artikel sieht traumhaft schön aus. Die Verpackung und das Messer wirken sehr hochwertig und es ist ein wundervolles set. Ich freue mich schon darauf damit zu arbeiten!

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Mats Jaslow

Beautiful knife, cuts really well and handles great

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Miheer Patel

quality of the knife top range and so is the package simple yet elegant, will definitely be buying more

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Gabriella

Great quality and shipping was pretty quick especially considering the holidays.

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Thomas Davison-Pegon

I already own several german chef knives and wanted to try a Japanese Chef-knife for the first time so I settled for this Uzco Santoku, which has so far exceeded my expectations.
The workmanship on the Damscus blade is exquisite, et the knife came out of the box razer-sharp. Despite the blade being quite fine, it had no problems whatsoever cutting through solid vegetables like butternut squash. The blade and handle are also very well balanced and this kife is particularly well suited for people who use a pinch grip.

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Rémi

Je suis très surpris par la qualité de ce couteau. Je possède plusieurs autres couteaux japonais dont certains bien plus chers et celui-ci offre de loin le meilleur rapport qualité prix. Le couteau est visuellement réussi, bien fini et l'ajout de la pierre est très pertinent et offre un vrai plus. Très joli produit.

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Anonymous

The Knife is very good , i highly recommend i had my knife in less then 5 days i m very happy;D

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Etsy customer

I have had surgeries on my hands, the handle on this is the best I've had in terms of grip ease, it's now the only knife I will use.

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Etsy customer

parfait !

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Etsy customer

Nice product, arrived quick and as described.

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Nicole Comer

Wow, what a beautiful knife. I got as a gift for my husband and he absolutely loves it. It tried it myself, and it glides so easily. Truly a beautiful, quality knife

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Ikhlas Attarwala

Love it! They were extremely fast at delivering, and the quality is so nice

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Victor Melnichuk

Very sharp. And finely crafted.

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Etsy customer

Love it. Super sharp and balanced.

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Etsy customer

My husband loves this knife!

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Etsy customer

Bon achat, hâte de l’utiliser

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khalil

Bon achat, hâte de l’utiliser

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Etsy customer

A very high quality knife, arrived on time and exceeded expectations!! My partner LOVED this and has been using it since I gifted it to him

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Isabelle

A very high quality knife, arrived on time and exceeded expectations!! My partner LOVED this and has been using it since I gifted it to him

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elizabeth

This knife is a game changer! It’s not only a great kitchen knife but a beautiful piece of craftsmanship! Thank you! 🙏

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Etsy customer

I bought this knife as a gift for my son who loves to cook. It’s beautiful, well made and arrived quickly.

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Etsy customer

Arrived on time. Good quality.

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Janus Leyten

Looks great, feels great.
Super customer service, very transparent and friendly.

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Lena

Das Messer ist gut verpackt und schnell angekommen. Es ist sehr sehr scharf. Ein tolles Geschenk

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Stefano Gaddoni

Coltello meraviglioso, lama affilata. Molto pratico

Frequently Asked Questions

How do these knives compare to mass produced knives

These knives are designed with a focus on performance and premium materials rather than mass production compromises. They use thinner blades that cut with less resistance and harder steel that stays sharp longer, combined with genuine Damascus construction and natural wood handles. The result is less effort, cleaner cuts, and a more refined feel.

Who designs and makes your products

All products are designed in house and produced by specialized workshops following precise specifications. Each item is inspected before packaging, and any non compliant pieces are rejected or reworked.

Will I have to pay duties or taxes on arrival

Orders shipped to the USA and the European Union do not incur import duties. For all other countries, duties or taxes may apply depending on local regulations. Any such fees are determined by customs and are not included in the order total.

What if I want to return the product

You can return your order within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused, in original condition, and returned in their original packaging. For full details, please refer to the returns page.

What warranty is included?

2-year warranty under European consumer law. Covers manufacturing defects under normal use.

How can I contact you

You can reach out through the contact form for anything related to orders, returns, or warranty requests.

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