Yasunori is a one-man blacksmith operation in Miki City, Japan, where the owner handles every step of production himself - forging, heat treating, grinding, and edging. The results speak for themselves: a nicely executed shinogi line, a well-fitted walnut octagonal handle, and hand-engraved kanji that add real character to a blade at this price point. CKTG was the first retail customer outside of Japan when this line launched.
The santoku translates to three virtues - slicing, dicing, and mincing - and this one earns that name. The Blue #2 carbon core at 62 HRC is clad in soft stainless steel san mai style, keeping maintenance manageable while delivering the keen edge that carbon steel provides. A fine tip and slight belly suit both push and pull cutting styles, the spine tapers cleanly toward the tip, and the 44mm blade height gives real knuckle clearance through extended prep sessions.
What Customers Are Saying: Two reviewers praise the light feel, the good balance point, and strong overall performance in prep rotation. One describes it as serving him well after a quick sharpening session. The second reviewer notes that the spine and factory edge could benefit from some TLC, but found it a fantastic small-task knife once sorted.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods or moisture on the edge for extended periods. Hand wash only. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.Brand: Yasunori
Location: Miki City, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Cladding: Stainless
HRC: 62
Engraving: Hand-Chiseled Kanji
Handle: Octagonal Walnut
Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
Weight: 4.2 oz (120 g)
Blade Length: 165 mm
Total Length: 302 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3 mm
Blade Height: 44 mm
The santoku translates to three virtues - slicing, dicing, and mincing - and this one earns that name. The Blue #2 carbon core at 62 HRC is clad in soft stainless steel san mai style, keeping maintenance manageable while delivering the keen edge that carbon steel provides. A fine tip and slight belly suit both push and pull cutting styles, the spine tapers cleanly toward the tip, and the 44mm blade height gives real knuckle clearance through extended prep sessions.
What Customers Are Saying: Two reviewers praise the light feel, the good balance point, and strong overall performance in prep rotation. One describes it as serving him well after a quick sharpening session. The second reviewer notes that the spine and factory edge could benefit from some TLC, but found it a fantastic small-task knife once sorted.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods or moisture on the edge for extended periods. Hand wash only. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
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Great Knife, Great Price PointPosted By: Will K - verified customer
27 people found this review helpful
As the title states, this is a wonderful knife at a great price point. The knife does need some sharpening out of the box, but other than that the knife has served me super well. Light feel with a good balance point, this knife will make its way into my prep rotation!
27 people found this review helpful
As the title states, this is a wonderful knife at a great price point. The knife does need some sharpening out of the box, but other than that the knife has served me super well. Light feel with a good balance point, this knife will make its way into my prep rotation!
Fantastic Small task knife!
