Painstakingly manufactured with 67-layered stainless Damascus steel, the 8.5" Japanese Kiritsuke chef knife from Kyoku is the ideal multi-purpose knife for your kitchen. The kiritsuke knife is designed to be a slicing and push-cut specialist. The gorgeous herringbone pattern on the base of the tang unveils the stunning craftsmanship and its luxurious identity.
8.5" Kiritsuke Knife VG10 Damascus Steel | Shogun Series
Why you need Japanese Kiritsuke Knife?
Specifications
What's Included

STAINLESS DAMASCUS STEEL
Manufactured with ultra-premium 67-layered stainless Damascus steel at HRC 58-60 hardness. The cobalt added steel outperforms AUS-10 steel in durability and is easier to sharpen, since cobalt enhances the other alloying elements.
KYOKU SPIRITS
Kyoku draws from the samurai's legacy, creating affordable high-end Japanese cutlery for chefs and home cooks worldwide with a passion for culinary creativity.
FAQS
What materials are used in the Kyoku Shogun kiritsuke knife?
The knives are made from 67 layers of Damascus steel with a Japanese VG10 steel cutting core.
What makes the edge of the Shogun kiritsuke knives precise and durable?
The VG10 steel cutting core provides a precise edge that remains reliable through years of use.
What types of cutting tasks are the Japanese kiritsuke knives suitable for?
Excels at slicing sashimi, filleting fish, chopping vegetables, and detailed garnishing.
Why should I choose the Kyoku Shogun kiritsuke knife for my kitchen?
Designed for experienced chefs and sushi masters who need a multi-purpose blade for precision work. Choose the Shogun Knife Series for its exceptional craftsmanship, precise edge, and versatile performance, making it a valuable addition to any culinary toolkit.
Blog posts
“Coarsely Chopped” and Why It Matters in Your Kitchen
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5 Best Ways to Cut Vegetables
This blog explains five different ways to cut vegetables. From slicing to chopping to julienne cuts, it explains the five vegetable cutting methods to choose from, which yield different results in terms of look, taste, and cooking requirements.
For soups, for example, you want bigger vegetable pieces, so you go for chopping. For spring rolls, you’d want fine strips, so you must use the julienne cut. Then there are also slice cuts, mince cuts, and dice cuts, which give you different textures, cooking times, and presentations.