Yu Kurosaki, hailing from Echizen, Japan, is an expert in crafting knives and is one of our most admired blacksmiths. He boasts an expansive portfolio of knives, each created with a unique selection of steel types and captivating claddings. His latest collection features an innovative stainless steel variant named VG XEOS, displaying an impressive hardness rating (HRC) of approximately 62+-.
Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: VG XEOS
HRC: 62
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Kasumi
Handle: Octagonal Oak
Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Double Bevel
Engraving: Laser
Weight: 4.6 oz (132 g)
Edge Length: 171 mm
Total Length: 315 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm
Blade Height: 47 mm
Reviews
1 review(s) WRITE A REVIEW (Reviews are subject to approval) Great Santoku!, August 15, 2025Posted By: Seth H.
Unfortunately I might have to buy another Santoku, this one is so great its become my girlfriend's favorite knife and I don't get to use it! The knife has been used almost everyday since arrival. The edge out of box was very good, I have only touched it up once. The VG10 XEOS is highly stain resistant but still reasonably easy to maintain the edge. Looks great and performs really well, would recommend.
Unfortunately I might have to buy another Santoku, this one is so great its become my girlfriend's favorite knife and I don't get to use it! The knife has been used almost everyday since arrival. The edge out of box was very good, I have only touched it up once. The VG10 XEOS is highly stain resistant but still reasonably easy to maintain the edge. Looks great and performs really well, would recommend.
