Knives

Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Santoku The Minonokuni Homura 170mm Santoku is an all-purpose Japanese knife for cooks who want the edge of blue carbon steel with less of its maintenance. A santoku, or “knife of three virtues,” handles slicing, dicing and mincing with equal ease, and its compact length suits smaller cutting boards and everyday preparation of vegetables, fish and boneless meat. Features Ao-ko carbon steel core: The cutting edge is Ao-ko (Blue Paper) carbon steel, valued for the fine edge it accepts and for its edge retention. Stainless steel cladding: A stainless jacket covers the faces of the blade, so only the exposed edge needs the attention a carbon knife requires. This construction greatly reduces the risk of rust compared with a blade made entirely of carbon steel. Double-bevel edge: The symmetrical edge cuts straight and suits right- and left-handed cooks alike. Japanese wa-handle: The light, oval red sandalwood handle places the balance toward the blade and gives a secure grip in either hand. Choosing Within the Homura Line Cooks who prepare mostly vegetables may prefer the flat edge of the Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Nakiri. For longer slicing strokes and larger cuts of meat, the Homura 210mm Ao-Ko Wa-Gyuto offers more length. The Homura 150mm Petty covers detail work and trimming. Learn More