Takeda knives are highly regarded worldwide for their distinctive aesthetic, hand-forged character, and uncompromising performance. Known for their exceptionally tall profiles, laser-thin grinds, and remarkably light weight, these knives have become favorites among experienced cooks and knife enthusiasts alike.
This gyuto features a core of Aogami Super steel, prized for its fine grain structure and ability to be heat treated to high hardness while remaining responsive on the stones. The result is a blade that takes a very refined edge, holds it well, and sharpens cleanly with proper technique.
The carbon steel core is clad in stainless steel, improving corrosion resistance and simplifying maintenance without sacrificing cutting performance. The kurouchi finish on the Stainless Clad series is smoother than Takeda’s Classic line, reducing drag through food while preserving the maker’s iconic, rustic appearance.
Blade geometry plays a major role in the knife’s performance. The gyuto is ground with an even 50/50 compound grind, featuring a rounded shoulder and an acute edge angle that promote excellent cutting efficiency and food separation. A long, relatively flat section near the heel supports push cutting and chopping, while the gently curved profile toward the tip allows for comfortable rocking. The handle is crafted from rosewood and fitted with a black pakka wood ferrule for durability and balance.
Saya Included.
Limit: One per customer.
Care Instructions: Hand wash only and dry immediately after use. Although the blade features stainless cladding, the exposed Aogami Super carbon steel edge can develop patina or rust if left wet. Avoid cutting frozen foods, bones, or very hard items. Use a wooden or soft synthetic cutting board, and store the knife safely when not in use.
Brand: Takeda Hamono Blacksmith: Shosui Takeda Location: Niimi, Japan Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged Core Steel: Aogami Super Cladding: Stainless Finish: Kurouchi Handle: Rosewood, Octagonal Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Weight: 6.6 oz Blade Length: 250 mm (9.75") Overall Length: 390 mm (15.25") Thickness at Heel: 2.5 mm Blade Height: 65.0 mm
This gyuto features a core of Aogami Super steel, prized for its fine grain structure and ability to be heat treated to high hardness while remaining responsive on the stones. The result is a blade that takes a very refined edge, holds it well, and sharpens cleanly with proper technique.
The carbon steel core is clad in stainless steel, improving corrosion resistance and simplifying maintenance without sacrificing cutting performance. The kurouchi finish on the Stainless Clad series is smoother than Takeda’s Classic line, reducing drag through food while preserving the maker’s iconic, rustic appearance.
Blade geometry plays a major role in the knife’s performance. The gyuto is ground with an even 50/50 compound grind, featuring a rounded shoulder and an acute edge angle that promote excellent cutting efficiency and food separation. A long, relatively flat section near the heel supports push cutting and chopping, while the gently curved profile toward the tip allows for comfortable rocking. The handle is crafted from rosewood and fitted with a black pakka wood ferrule for durability and balance.
Saya Included.
Limit: One per customer.
Care Instructions: Hand wash only and dry immediately after use. Although the blade features stainless cladding, the exposed Aogami Super carbon steel edge can develop patina or rust if left wet. Avoid cutting frozen foods, bones, or very hard items. Use a wooden or soft synthetic cutting board, and store the knife safely when not in use.
Please note: All measurements are approximate. Takeda-san and his small team make each knife entirely by hand without the use of templates. As a result, every knife is unique and specifications will vary slightly.
Reviews
13 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Takeda Gyuto MediumPosted By: Chris Flett
21 people found this review helpful
Yet again the team at CKTG pull out all the stops. When the rest of the world is slowly grinding to a halt the super fast service from CKTG shows everybody else how it should be done. Love your knives and your passion guys!!!!!
21 people found this review helpful
Yet again the team at CKTG pull out all the stops. When the rest of the world is slowly grinding to a halt the super fast service from CKTG shows everybody else how it should be done. Love your knives and your passion guys!!!!!
Amazing knife Posted By: Christopher Ryan
28 people found this review helpful
I have had this knife for almost 7 years, the black finish is almost gone, the tip needs some help and it is still the sharpest most nimble knife I have or come across even from all of my kitchen coworkers and chefs. It is so thin and strong, it is effortless with any veg prep. I used to be afraid to chip it but that is not a concern, I freely let my team use it when needed without fear of damage. This is a blade that seems to get sharper as you use it
I recently bought a custom knife that is gorgeous and sharp but it doesn't perform as well as the takeda .. at almost twice the price .. but this knife, you will not regret it
28 people found this review helpful
I have had this knife for almost 7 years, the black finish is almost gone, the tip needs some help and it is still the sharpest most nimble knife I have or come across even from all of my kitchen coworkers and chefs. It is so thin and strong, it is effortless with any veg prep. I used to be afraid to chip it but that is not a concern, I freely let my team use it when needed without fear of damage. This is a blade that seems to get sharper as you use it
I recently bought a custom knife that is gorgeous and sharp but it doesn't perform as well as the takeda .. at almost twice the price .. but this knife, you will not regret it
Best knife I've ever owned (though I haven't owned many)Posted By: James
32 people found this review helpful
Excellent knife for me. I'm a novice, so my slicing and dicing skills aint the best, hence why I currently prefer taller knives, as it gives more space bewteen the blade and my knuckles as I continue to practice the left hand claw grip on food. Great sharpness out of the box, could shave off hairs from my arm with no detectable burr on the blade (tested by dragging blade lightly across a fingernail).
I also like my knives thin, and this is a nice lazer knife. Has some flex in it as well, something I also like, again because I'm a beginner and my technique is still developing. Love the overall look as well, though my handle is darker than what is pictured, a mild bummer for me personally, but a small one, all things considered.
If I had to pick one thing I might change on it, it would be nice to have a portion of the belly be flat. Since the whole thing is curved, chopping things with skins requires extra precision to avoid slinkys, or the addition of a slight rock or slice to make sure the skin of the tomato, pepper, etc is fully seperated. But, given how new I am, I likely should be doing that anyways, so take this (all of this, actually) with a grain of salt!
Overall, great knife. Admittedly way overkill for what I need or likely can appreciate, but love it none the less, and look forward to finding excuses to slice and dice whenever possible!
32 people found this review helpful
Excellent knife for me. I'm a novice, so my slicing and dicing skills aint the best, hence why I currently prefer taller knives, as it gives more space bewteen the blade and my knuckles as I continue to practice the left hand claw grip on food. Great sharpness out of the box, could shave off hairs from my arm with no detectable burr on the blade (tested by dragging blade lightly across a fingernail).
I also like my knives thin, and this is a nice lazer knife. Has some flex in it as well, something I also like, again because I'm a beginner and my technique is still developing. Love the overall look as well, though my handle is darker than what is pictured, a mild bummer for me personally, but a small one, all things considered.
If I had to pick one thing I might change on it, it would be nice to have a portion of the belly be flat. Since the whole thing is curved, chopping things with skins requires extra precision to avoid slinkys, or the addition of a slight rock or slice to make sure the skin of the tomato, pepper, etc is fully seperated. But, given how new I am, I likely should be doing that anyways, so take this (all of this, actually) with a grain of salt!
Overall, great knife. Admittedly way overkill for what I need or likely can appreciate, but love it none the less, and look forward to finding excuses to slice and dice whenever possible!
Fantastic Outstanding GyutoPosted By: Wes W - verified customer
26 people found this review helpful
My fourth Takeda, so I know what to expect from their unique design. This 240mm is exactly what I was expecting, and quality that will last a lifetime, or several lifetimes. In case you haven't read elsewhere, Takeda gyutos are typically thinner and taller than most, so maybe not ideal if that's not your style or you have small hands.
26 people found this review helpful
My fourth Takeda, so I know what to expect from their unique design. This 240mm is exactly what I was expecting, and quality that will last a lifetime, or several lifetimes. In case you haven't read elsewhere, Takeda gyutos are typically thinner and taller than most, so maybe not ideal if that's not your style or you have small hands.
More flexible than expected from a gyutoPosted By: Eric Chen
27 people found this review helpful
Bought this knife a month ago because I was looking for a gyuto that had a lot of surface area like a cleaver to scoop up vegetables. Out of the box I noticed that the knife was more flexible than you would expect. Not sure if it is supposed to be like this. For this price point I feel like the knife should not be flexing as much as this is not a boning/fillet knife and was meant to cut mainly vegetables. The blade is very sharp OOTB and I love the kurouchi finish, but the flex in the blade of the knife just kills it for me.
27 people found this review helpful
Bought this knife a month ago because I was looking for a gyuto that had a lot of surface area like a cleaver to scoop up vegetables. Out of the box I noticed that the knife was more flexible than you would expect. Not sure if it is supposed to be like this. For this price point I feel like the knife should not be flexing as much as this is not a boning/fillet knife and was meant to cut mainly vegetables. The blade is very sharp OOTB and I love the kurouchi finish, but the flex in the blade of the knife just kills it for me.
Great knife, but uniquePosted By: Paul - verified customer
31 people found this review helpful
This is a great knife overall. Personally, I love mine as a complement to more standard gyutos and prefer it for some tasks over standard gyutos. However, it is unique and may not suit everyone. What I love about it is the height of the blade which offers clearance for large items and makes it feel really good for chopping. Its almost somewhere between a traditional gyuto and a small cleaver type knife. The other great feature is food release, due to the unique grind. Its truly impressive in this regard. On the negative side, I do notice some of the wedging in hard foods or even onions that people complain about in online forums, but I cannot see how the geometry of single knife could be optimized for both food release AND avoiding wedging (in my somewhat amateur opinion... perhaps others disagree). Fit and finish are also great. Certainly worth a try if you are looking for something a little different.
31 people found this review helpful
This is a great knife overall. Personally, I love mine as a complement to more standard gyutos and prefer it for some tasks over standard gyutos. However, it is unique and may not suit everyone. What I love about it is the height of the blade which offers clearance for large items and makes it feel really good for chopping. Its almost somewhere between a traditional gyuto and a small cleaver type knife. The other great feature is food release, due to the unique grind. Its truly impressive in this regard. On the negative side, I do notice some of the wedging in hard foods or even onions that people complain about in online forums, but I cannot see how the geometry of single knife could be optimized for both food release AND avoiding wedging (in my somewhat amateur opinion... perhaps others disagree). Fit and finish are also great. Certainly worth a try if you are looking for something a little different.
Unusual and fantasticPosted By: Jon M - verified customer
25 people found this review helpful
I have a bunch of other gyutos and this one stands out as the most unusual. It won't do everything well, but the food separation is unreal. Any desire I had to try a nakiri disappeared after getting this. It's perfect for chopping veggies and scooping
25 people found this review helpful
I have a bunch of other gyutos and this one stands out as the most unusual. It won't do everything well, but the food separation is unreal. Any desire I had to try a nakiri disappeared after getting this. It's perfect for chopping veggies and scooping
Takeda GyutoPosted By: Bob Pozniak - verified customer
22 people found this review helpful
Takeda knives are unique in their height (takes a little use to become accustomed) and also the unbelievable workmanship embodied in a piece of artwork. Takeda's are obviously not stamped out mass production and the quality of the handmade workmanship shines brilliantly upon a cutting board. CKTG has by far the most extensive offering of Japanese knives and accessories I've been able to find. The prices and service Mark Richmond and staff provide exceeds most retailers in this age of big box stores and internet sales. My thanks to them all for the many orders they have fulfilled for me.
22 people found this review helpful
Takeda knives are unique in their height (takes a little use to become accustomed) and also the unbelievable workmanship embodied in a piece of artwork. Takeda's are obviously not stamped out mass production and the quality of the handmade workmanship shines brilliantly upon a cutting board. CKTG has by far the most extensive offering of Japanese knives and accessories I've been able to find. The prices and service Mark Richmond and staff provide exceeds most retailers in this age of big box stores and internet sales. My thanks to them all for the many orders they have fulfilled for me.
A+++Posted By: E Tsai
27 people found this review helpful
Takeda has created a masterpiece. This is knife is uniquely bold in design and execution. Built to work. I use it for intense professional prep work. The steel is beautifully treated - highly durable. It keeps a frighteningly keen edge and is fun to sharpen. The Medium NAS is just great for pro-prepping. I am a devotee.
Mark Richmond curates a great shop of great knives. He went above and beyond to make sure that my Takeda was the Takeda that I wanted. That's why I visit the CKTG site daily.
27 people found this review helpful
Takeda has created a masterpiece. This is knife is uniquely bold in design and execution. Built to work. I use it for intense professional prep work. The steel is beautifully treated - highly durable. It keeps a frighteningly keen edge and is fun to sharpen. The Medium NAS is just great for pro-prepping. I am a devotee.
Mark Richmond curates a great shop of great knives. He went above and beyond to make sure that my Takeda was the Takeda that I wanted. That's why I visit the CKTG site daily.
Much lighter than I expected Takeda Stainless Clad Gyuto 240mm MediumPosted By: Tom McDonald - verified customer
23 people found this review helpful
I've been using the same 180mm Deba and 270mm Yanagiba for over 30yrs. A friend introduced me to CKTG and this Takeda Gyuto. I was wary of the lightness, flexibility and blade height but went for it anyway.I am so glad I did!Service was great from CKTG (I also bought some new stones). The knife is amazing and after a week of adjustment to the different style, it is my go-to knife for most vegetable and slicing work. Very sharp out of box and very easy to re-sharpen on either synthetic or natural whetstones.I highly recommend to anyone for a general purpose kitchen knife. Will satisfy with novice to expert knife-skill levels.
23 people found this review helpful
I've been using the same 180mm Deba and 270mm Yanagiba for over 30yrs. A friend introduced me to CKTG and this Takeda Gyuto. I was wary of the lightness, flexibility and blade height but went for it anyway.I am so glad I did!Service was great from CKTG (I also bought some new stones). The knife is amazing and after a week of adjustment to the different style, it is my go-to knife for most vegetable and slicing work. Very sharp out of box and very easy to re-sharpen on either synthetic or natural whetstones.I highly recommend to anyone for a general purpose kitchen knife. Will satisfy with novice to expert knife-skill levels.
Product ReviewPosted By: Scotty - verified customer
28 people found this review helpful
It doesn't take long to realize just how special this knife is once you hold and use one for the first time. Thanks Mark and Sue for providing such amazing customer service... And Josh for the beautiful saya. Chef Knives To Go is the best.
28 people found this review helpful
It doesn't take long to realize just how special this knife is once you hold and use one for the first time. Thanks Mark and Sue for providing such amazing customer service... And Josh for the beautiful saya. Chef Knives To Go is the best.
