• Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm from Fujimoto
  • Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm from Fujimoto
  • Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm from Fujimoto
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Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm

Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm

$170.00 CAD
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Great for home cooks who want a rustic, high performance-carbon steel knife without a huge price tag.

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With a light, skinny blade and a single-piece oak handle, this knife is super nimble and precise but still packs a punch when prep-time arrives.

The Fujimoto Kurouchi Forged is crafted with modern techniques but made from traditional steel with a rustic, forged finish. The black ‘kurouchi’ finished blades have always been a favourite of mine; they’re badass and show off the work that goes into making the knife. The Shirogami steel is insane stuff, it gets mind-blowingly sharp, so your new knife cuts like silk. Blacksmiths love it because it’s a joy to forge, and knife nerds love it because it's a joy to cut with and easy to re-sharpen. Just wash by hand and wipe it dry to avoid rust!

Fujimoto blades are crafted by a team of expert craftspeople, and each step is hand-done by a specialist in their field to create a consistent, affordable, high-performance knife. 

Fujimoto knives sport a classic Japanese handle, called a ‘wa handle,’ that puts most of the knife’s weight in the blade. While it may be a little unusual to some, this design allows the knife to do more of the work and is super comfortable once you get used to it. 

 

About the Shape - This is also a multi purpose knife, but with a slight vegetable bias. Santoku means 'Three Virtues' or 'To solve Three Problems'. The virtues or problems are slicing, dicing and mincing. Santoku is usually found in 160mm - 190mm lengths. These are more and more popular in Western kitchens due to the unique shape and smaller easy to handle size.

 

Shape Santoku
Maintenance Level High
Rust Prone ⓘ This knife can rust, click to learn more.
Blade Length 165 mm |
Blade Height 48.1 mm
Thickness 3.3 mm / 1.3 mm
ⓘAbove the Heel / 1cm from the tip.
Weight 137 g
Steel Type Shirogami #2 (White Carbon Steel) With Carbon Steel Cladding
Rockwell Hardness 62 - 63
Edge/Bevel Double (50/50)
Handle Wa (Japanese) Handle - Octagon Oak
Knife Line Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged
Brand Fujimoto x Tadafusa
Made in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan

A NOTE ABOUT RUST  

Carbon steel is an awesome material to make knives out of. It’s easy to get sharp and stays sharp a very long time. But this comes with a trade-off; It will rust if you let it. To  avoid “bad” rust (orange rust) Wipe the knife dry with a dry cloth after use. Over time, the  blade will begin to protect itself with an oxide layer (grey to dark grey “good” rust),  this will slow the reaction time but not inhibit the rust entirely. Maintain the good  habit of drying off your knife.  

USE  

• Only cut food you can bite through with this knife. Hard foods can chip the blade. No olive pits, bones,  lobster shells, woody stems or parmesan rinds. Cutting frozen food is especially bad  because the cold will make hard steel even more brittle. If you wouldn’t chew it with  your own teeth, don’t cut it.  

• Your cutting surface is the biggest culprit of dulling your knife. Use wood. End  grain wood is especially good. Plastic can be fine too, but certainly not glass,  granite or bamboo. 

• The edge of your knife works best sliding forwards or backwards. Scraping the  knife edge sideways will dull or damage the edge. Instead, use the spine of the knife to move foods across the cutting board. Do not twist the edge or pry with the edge, this is the worst screwdriver you ever bought and these motions will certainly  damage the edge. Listen to the knife! If you can hear the edge making a “tink”  sound on the cutting board, change what you are doing.  

CLEANING  

• After use, wash the knife by hand with regular dish soap, rinse with hot water  and dry by hand immediately. Dishwashers are very bad for knives.  

• Wood handles may dry out over time and exposure to water. Simply treat them  with some food safe mineral oil or beeswax.  

• If you see orange rust, remove it. The scrubby side of a sponge can do the trick.  If it’s still not coming off try baking soda and water mixed into a paste or a product  called Barkeeper’s Friend.  

STORING  

• Protect the edge; for your safety and to avoid edge damage. A simple blade cover  will do the trick if you keep knives in a drawer or travel case. 

• A convenient wall magnet made with wood is a great way to show off your knives.  Be sure to put it back spine first, then roll it onto the blade face. This will keep the  edge from contacting the wood first.  

• The good-ol’ counter top block can keep knives at the ready and protected. So can  drawer inserts. Whatever the method, keep the edge from touching anything else. 


SKU: FUJW2KR165SA

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Overall rating: 4.769231 / 5 from 39 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm knife is praised for its perfect balance and sharpness, combining modern techniques with traditional steel for a high-performance, affordable blade. Its rustic finish and lightweight design make it nimble and precise, ideal for slicing, dicing, and mincing. Handcrafted by expert artisans, this knife offers a unique Japanese handle and is easy to maintain.

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  • Weight Balance (15%): Many customers pointed out that the weight of the product is perfect and combines great balance and sharpness.
  • Blade Performance (63%): Many customers remarked that the knife is great, amazing, and the best they have ever used.

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Review highlights

  • "The weight of the knife is very light and easy to use, with the finish being really nice and super clean." — Anthony T.
  • "I wanted to get a good kitchen, knife and got great service." — Rob O.
  • "Love the knife, cuts so well and handles nicely" — Eric C.

Reviews

Functional Art

"I’m very happy with my carbon steel Fujimoto knife. They have done a fantastic job of bringing excellent Japanese craftsmanship in at an accessible price point. I love it for its honest simplicity. As a woodworker and tool guy I admire the quality and aesthetic. This is the first Japanese kitchen knife I have ever purchased. An investment for many years to come. Makes meal prep an enjoyable meditation. I hope to collect all models of this specific line over time. The staff at Knifewear were very knowledgeable and helpful. This is the kind of independent business I wish to support. They help enrich the community ethos of Vancouver."

— Sam (5/5)

Beautiful

"Such a great weight and cuts so well. Love the way it handles."

— Graham K. (5/5)

It is light and sharp

"It is light and sharp"

— RONALD T. (5/5)

Great knife and great service

"I wanted to get a good kitchen, knife and got great service. Looked at a half dozen knives and got the pros and cons of everyone. In the end, they help me make a great choice, at a reasonable price, and I am very happy and will be going back. Pro tip: when you buy a knife, you get half off a ceramic honing rod, and a demonstration on how to use it. Best $32 deal in the city."

— Rob O. (5/5)

Great knife

"got as a gift and it came within a week ordered and is a great knife for the money!"

— Caleb B. (5/5)

The knife is amazing. Very

"The knife is amazing. Very sharp, feels good and looks even better. Pairs well with the Fujimoto petty knife I also got."

— Kayla P. (5/5)

Fujimoto Kurouchi-Forged Santoku 165mm

"This knife does exactly what it is intended to do. It is perfect weight in my hands and slices the vegetables with such ease I am cuting/slicing more than I usually need. My passion for cooking is heightened with the use"

— Linda P. (5/5)

Life changing sharp

"Super quick shipping. Knife exceeded my expectations. Worth the money"

— Andrew G. (5/5)

My first carbon steel knife

"Really sharp out of the box. Beautiful knife overall. I live in IL, USA and delivery was super fast. Would definitely shop again."

— So P. (5/5)

Impressive Performance

"First time buyer of any Japanese forged knives. No disappointments on the sharpness and performance. This was also my first purchase with your company KnifeWear. Very satisfied."

— Michael C. (5/5)

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