Japanese Santoku Knives

Discover the ultimate versatility of the Santoku knife with our exceptional collection. The Santoku, a Japanese-style kitchen knife, has become a must-have for home cooks and professional chefs alike. With its thin steel blade and sheepsfoot tip, the Santoku knife excels in effortlessly slicing, dicing, and mincing a wide variety of ingredients.

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Whether you're prepping vegetables, meat, or delicate herbs, our premium Santoku knives are designed to deliver unparalleled precision, balance, and control. Upgrade your culinary game with these high-performance Santoku knives, crafted from superior materials and engineered for long-lasting sharpness and durability.

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Senzo Black VG10 Damascus Santoku 167mm
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Senzo Black VG10 Damascus Santoku 167mm
★★★★★ ★★★★★ (1)
£151.00 GBP £197.00
2 sizes available
Ozawa Kiwami Santoku 170mm
Ozawa Kiwami Santoku 170mm
£37.00 GBP
Senzo Professional SG2 Santoku 165mm
Senzo Professional SG2 Santoku 165mm
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£151.00 GBP
Tadafusa x Seido SLD Santoku 170mm (Hocho Kobo V2)
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Tadafusa x Seido SLD Santoku 170mm (Hocho Kobo V2)
£109.00 GBP £131.00
Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm - Ebony
Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm - Ebony
£118.00 GBP
Senzo Universal VG10 Santoku 165mm
Senzo Universal VG10 Santoku 165mm
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£191.00 GBP
Tsunehisa Ginsan Geppaku Santoku 165mm - Black Oak
Tsunehisa Ginsan Geppaku Santoku 165mm - Black Oak
£151.00 GBP
Mcusta Zanmai "Hybrid" VG10 Santoku 180mm
Mcusta Zanmai "Hybrid" VG10 Santoku 180mm
£171.00 GBP
Senzo Classic Santoku 164mm
Senzo Classic Santoku 164mm
£164.00 GBP
2 sizes available
Senzo Black VG10 Damascus Small Santoku 143mm
Senzo Black VG10 Damascus Small Santoku 143mm
£184.00 GBP
2 sizes available
Seido VG10 Kurozome Nickel Damascus Santoku 180mm - Persimmon
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Seido VG10 Kurozome Nickel Damascus Santoku 180mm - Persimmon
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£177.00 GBP £197.00
Tsunehisa Ginsan Geppaku Santoku 165mm - Burnt Oak
Tsunehisa Ginsan Geppaku Santoku 165mm - Burnt Oak
£151.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Santoku 165mm - Mono Ebony
Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Santoku 165mm - Mono Ebony
£96.00 GBP
Senzo Clad AUS10 Santoku 165mm
Senzo Clad AUS10 Santoku 165mm
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£125.00 GBP
Senzo Finest STRIX Santoku 170mm
Senzo Finest STRIX Santoku 170mm
£250.00 GBP
Senzo Retro Small Santoku 143mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
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Senzo Retro Small Santoku 143mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
£17.00 GBP £20.00
Hatsukokoro Kokugei Blue 1 Santoku 165mm
Hatsukokoro Kokugei Blue 1 Santoku 165mm
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£105.00 GBP
Senzo Black Small Santoku 143mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
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Senzo Black Small Santoku 143mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
£17.00 GBP £20.00
Senzo Classic Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
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Senzo Classic Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
£22.00 GBP £26.00
Senzo Retro Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
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Senzo Retro Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
£22.00 GBP £26.00
Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Ko Santoku 150mm - Mono Bubinga
Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Ko Santoku 150mm - Mono Bubinga
£118.00 GBP
Sakai Kikumori "Choyo" Ginsan Bunka 180mm - Ebony Turquoise
Sakai Kikumori "Choyo" Ginsan Bunka 180mm - Ebony Turquoise
£526.00 GBP
Sakai Kikumori "Choyo" Ginsan Bunka 180mm - Persimmon
Sakai Kikumori "Choyo" Ginsan Bunka 180mm - Persimmon
£526.00 GBP
Senzo Black Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
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Senzo Black Santoku 167mm - Fitted Saya - Scales
£22.00 GBP £26.00
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Santoku - Ebony Blue Ring
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Santoku - Ebony Blue Ring
£283.00 GBP
Blenheim Forge Stainless Clad Santoku
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Blenheim Forge Stainless Clad Santoku
£329.00 GBP £447.00
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Black Oak
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Black Oak
£322.00 GBP
Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Ko Santoku 150mm - Mono Ebony
Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Ko Santoku 150mm - Mono Ebony
★★★★★ ★★★★★ (1)
£118.00 GBP
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Gyuto 180mm - Black Oak
Tsunehisa SRS13 Damascus Gyuto 180mm - Black Oak
£283.00 GBP
Blenheim Forge Classic Bunka
Blenheim Forge Classic Bunka
£381.00 GBP
Seido x Tadafusa SLD Tsuchime Santoku 170mm
Seido x Tadafusa SLD Tsuchime Santoku 170mm
★★★★★ ★★★★★ (4)
£158.00 GBP
Shibamasa VG5 Damascus Santoku - Black Handle
Shibamasa VG5 Damascus Santoku - Black Handle
£85.00 GBP

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Japanese Santoku Knives
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What is a santoku knife?
Santoku means 'three virtues', meat, fish, vegetables. A general-purpose Japanese kitchen knife, double-bevel, with a slightly curved edge and rounded tip. The shorter length (165-180mm) makes it very controllable.
Santoku vs chef knife: which is better?
Santoku is shorter, lighter, and more precise for most home cooking. A Western chef knife (or gyuto) is longer with more reach and better for large slicing or rocking cuts. For a daily all-rounder in most home kitchens, santoku wins.
What size santoku should I buy?
165mm (6.5 inch) is the sweet spot, nimble, universal, fits every kitchen. 170mm and 180mm suit larger hands or heavier prep.
Santoku vs bunka: which is better?
Both are compact all-purpose Japanese knives around 165-180mm. Santoku has a slightly curved edge and rounded tip; bunka is flatter with an aggressive K-tip. Santoku is more forgiving; bunka is more precise. Both do 95% of the same work.
Is a santoku good for beginners?
Yes, the santoku is often the most recommended first Japanese knife. Compact enough to feel controllable, versatile enough for every daily task, and the forgiving curved edge works for both rocking and push-cut techniques.
Are santoku knives dishwasher safe?
No. Japanese knives should always be hand washed and dried immediately. Carbon steel santoku needs extra care (wipe dry, oil occasionally). Stainless is more forgiving but still hand-wash only.