Description & specifications
The KAI Wasabi Black 165 mm Santoku is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife, designed for precise slicing, chopping, and mincing vegetables, fish, and meat. The blade is crafted from Daido 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel, offering high sharpness and excellent edge retention (58±1 HRC), while its lightweight design and ergonomic polypropylene handle with bamboo powder ensure comfort and controlled movements during prolonged use. With a 165 mm blade and a total length of 281 mm, the knife combines traditional Japanese functionality with modern material properties, making it suitable for both home cooks and professionals who desire reliable performance in the everyday kitchen.
Features and Benefits- Blade made from Daido 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel for excellent sharpness and edge stability
- Ergonomic polypropylene handle with bamboo powder for comfort and natural antibacterial properties
- Versatile Santoku shape, suitable for slicing, chopping, and mincing
| Type | Santoku |
| Forging and Steel | Daido 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel |
| Grind | Information missing |
| Handle Type | Information missing |
| Stainless | Yes |
| Hardness | 58±1 HRC |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene with bamboo powder |
| Length | 165 mm (blade), total 281 mm |
| Height | Information missing |
| Weight | 128 grams |
| Width off the handle | Information missing |
Maintenance & use
Never cut into bones or frozen items as this may damage the egg. Always wash the knife by hand and dry it thoroughly immediately.
Please note that both the blade and handle can be seriously damaged and broken if the knife is washed in a dishwasher – this also applies to stainless steel and wooden handles.
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