The Best Santoku Knives of 2023

Forged from a single piece of high-carbon 1.4116 German steel

Tempered, ground, and polished for maximum sharpness

Full-tang handle provides a balanced, comfortable grip

Granton edge reduces drag and food sticking to the blade

Ideal for slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping all food types

Before first use, remove any tags or stickers. Rinse with warm soapy water and towel dry.

Always be gentle and use caution when handling sharp knives. It is best to wash knives right after use. Hand wash in warm water with a non-abrasive sponge and dishwashing soap. Rinse and towel dry immediately.

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Beautifully crafted, Asian-inspired chef’s knife sure to become a kitchen favorite; the Santoku knife easily handles all basic kitchen cutting tasks with unmatched versatility

Light and agile, combined with being slightly shorter than the standard chef’s knife, makes the Premier Santoku knife a top performer for users from professional chefs to the family kitchen

Easy to use as a chef’s knife and is especially effective with a down-and-forward cutting motion; hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting for clean and precise results

VG-MAX “super steel,” 34 layers on each side of stainless Damascus cladding and contoured walnut-colored PakkaWood handle that fits every hand like a glove, set this knife apart

Versatile, easy-to-use knife for a variety of purposes: chopping, slicing, peeling, cutting, grilling out, preparing dinner, chopping vegetables, preparing food or giving as a thoughtful gift

This stainless steel kitchen knife has an elegant design with a modern and distinctive look.

Sold individually

Size: 7"

Dimensions: blade: 7"

PROFESSIONAL SANTOKU KNIFE: imarku Super Sharp Santoku Knife is made of German high carbon stainless steel that resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration. And the unique anti-stick food design on the blade can reduce cutting resistance and effectively prevent food from sticking to the knife blade

ULTRA-SHARP EDGE: The professional hand-polished edge up to 15-18 degrees per side, which makes this Japanese knife be more sharper than other chef knife, and it has been proven its ability to withstand the rigors of tough restaurant use. The thickness of this kitchen knife is 2.3mm. Providing excellent sharpness and durability to get the job done perfectly

UNPARALLELED ADVANTAGES: Compared with the other 7-inch Santoku knife, imarku 5-inch Santoku knife has stronger maneuverability. The shorter blade makes the cutting force converge at the edge of the blade to achieve the best cutting accuracy and realize Ultra-thin cutting

ERGONOMIC DESIGN: The Pakkawood handle minimizes wrist tension while providing a secure, comfortable grip no matter your hand size or where you grip. Even after prolonged use, your palm and wrist will not fatigue. Ideal for both people who cook frequently and those who just like preparing snacks

THE BEST GIFT: The cooking knife comes in a high-quality black gift box, making it the perfect gift for whoever you love. This knife can be used for cutting all kinds of meat, vegetables, fruits, and bread. It is suitable for both home and restaurant kitchens

QUALITY MANUFACTURING: Fabricated from high quality German stainless steel. Made in Spain

PRECISE CUTTING: Professional, satin finished blade boasts precision cutting and is finely honed for long lasting sharpness

BALANCED BLADE: Ergonomic, traditional triple rivet handle offers balance and comfort

MULTI-PURPOSE: 7-inch santoku knife for preparing meat, fish, and vegetables

PERFECT FOR EXTRA THIN CUTTING: Fine polished hollow razor edge

EASY CLEAN UP: Handwash with mild cleanser

Single 7 inch Santoku knife for preparing meat, fish, and vegetables

Fine polished hollow razor edge, ideal for extra thin cutting

Made of stain resistant carbon steel that's hot drop forged for durability; full bolster for balance

Triple riveted handle surrounds a full tang

Handwash with mild cleanser; lifetime warranty; made in Spain

WÜSTHOF CLASSIC IKON SERIES – Features a sleek and sophisticated black handle with a double bolster for exceptional balance, beauty, and the ultimate cutting experience. Classic IKON: Design, Ergonomics, and Quality Perfected

PRECISION FORGED – Forged from a single block of High Carbon Stainless Steel and tempered to 58-degree HRC. The Precision Edge Technology (PEtec) yields a blade that is 20% sharper with twice the edge retention than previous models

ASIAN KNIFE – The CLASSIC IKON 7" Hollow Edge Santoku Knife is designed with a thinner blade than the traditional chef’s knife, at a 10 degree cutting edge, and gradually curves up at the very end providing a straighter edge. The hollow edge is crafted with evenly spaced vertical indentations, which create small air pockets between the blade and the food

CENTURIES OF TRADITION – Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WÜSTHOF’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

Professional Santoku Knife: This imarku Super Sharp Santoku Knife is made of German HC stainless steel that resists rust, corrosion, and discoloration. It can be used for your daily kitchen tasks of chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing of all kinds of meat, vegetables, fruits, and bread. It is suitable for both home and restaurant kitchens.

Ultra-Sharp Edge: Sharpness is key. The professional knife blade polishing makes this Japanese knife be more sharper than others, and it has been proven its ability to withstand the rigors of tough restaurant use. The thickness of this kitchen knife is 2.5mm. Its hand-polished edge is 15-18 degrees per side, which is sturdy and sharp to get the job done perfectly.

Hollow Edge Design: The 7-inch santoku chef knife scalloped hollow edge is add gap between the knife blade and the material being cut, keeping things from sticking to the knife blade, special for slicing, dicing, and mincing.

Ergonomic Design: Advanced Pakkawood Handle manufacturing process minimizes wrist tension while providing a secure, comfortable grip no matter your hand size or where you grip. Special texture, smoothly. Compare to other Pakkawood, it is way more stable and sanitary, No expantion, no crack like traditional wood and pakkawood handle, which asures you the best food safety.

The Perfect Gifts: The knife comes in a high-quality black gift box, making it the perfect gift for whoever you love.

QUALITY MANUFACTURING: Manufactured in Germany. Special formula high carbon NO STAIN steel. Rust resistant

LIGHTWEIGHT and STRONG: One-piece precision-stamped blade for a lighter weight knife without sacrificing strength.

RESILIENT BLADE: Ice-hardened FRIODUR blade starts sharper stays sharper longer and has superior resilience

BALANCED KNIFE: Ergonomic polymer handle is perfectly bonded to full tang

RETAINS SHARP EDGE: 57 Rockwell Hardness = excellent edge retention. Edge angle 10° per side

WÜSTHOF GOURMET SERIES – 5" Santoku Knife with synthetic polypropylene handles that resist fading, discoloration, heat and impact. Precisely laser-cut stamped knives offer superb quality and value

RAZOR SHARP – High Carbon Stainless Steel Blades, precisely cut with the latest state of the art technology for incredible sharpness and easy maintenance. WÜSTHOF kitchen knives are Hand Wash Only

WÜSTHOF SANTOKU KNIFE – The GOURMET 5" Hollow Edge Santoku Knife is designed with a thinner blade than the traditional chef’s knife, at a 10 cutting edge, and gradually curves up at the very end providing a straighter edge. The hollow edge is crafted with evenly spaced vertical indentations, which create small air pockets between the blade and the food that gently pushes food off the blade

DURABLE – WÜSTHOF Cutlery is crafted to resist corrosion and dulling. This German made Kitchen Knife set Comes with a limited Lifetime Warranty

CENTURIES OF TRADITION – Family owned for seven generations, WÜSTHOF was founded in Solingen, Germany over 200 years ago. WÜSTHOF’s cutlery carries the Solingen name, a designation reserved for products that meet the strictest quality standards

Everyday Functionality You'll Love: The Misen Santoku knife is similar to a classic chef knife in its utility, while being slightly shorter and lighter. Its more nimble size and feel makes it a favorite among new cooks or those who prefer chopping or slicing cuts.

Premium Steel: The cooking knife is crafted from AICHI AUS-10 steel which offers a superior balance between long lasting sharpness and durability with 2x the carbon content of some other “premium” chef's knives.

Classic Japanese Knife Design: Santoku knives feature a distinctive rounded-down tip and flatter blade edge that make them a great all-purpose chopping knife for a variety of kitchen duties.

Thoughtful Details: A distinctive sloped bolster shape encourages a proper and safer "pinch grip” for better comfort and control. The sharp knife also features a more acute 15 degree angle for noticeably smoother cutting.

Unmatched Value: We could charge more for our kitchen knives, but that would be wrong. We believe in using the best materials possible and selling directly to you at a fair and honest price.