Kouetsu Stainless steel Mini Santoku Knife 140mm 侊悦 小三徳和包丁 140mm 焼栗柄

Kouetsu Mini Santoku Knife 140mm – VG-10 Stainless Steel | Echigo Sanjo

A compact, highly versatile Japanese santoku knife by Kouetsu (侊悦) of Echigo Sanjo — one of Japan's premier blade-making regions. At 140mm, this mini santoku is the perfect everyday kitchen companion: nimble enough for precision work, yet capable of handling meat, fish, and vegetables with ease.

VG-10 Three-Layer Steel Construction

• Core: VG-10 stainless steel — a premium Japanese cutlery steel renowned for exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention
• Cladding: SUS410 stainless steel on both sides — provides rust resistance and durability
• DP treatment (Decarbonization Prevention): Preserves the hardness of the VG-10 core over time, ensuring the blade stays sharp longer
• Expertly sharpened by skilled craftsmen for outstanding out-of-the-box performance

Roasted Chestnut Handle

The handle is crafted from roasted chestnut wood (焼栗柄) — a durable, water-resistant material with a warm, natural aesthetic. Beautifully polished with a stainless steel ferrule for a refined finish.

Specifications

• Steel: VG-10 / SUS410 (3-layer stainless)
• Blade length: 140mm
• Full length: 260mm
• Weight: approx. 130g
• Handle: Roasted chestnut wood (焼栗柄)
• Comes with: Paper gift box
• Made in Japan

Perfect For

• 🔪 Home cooks looking for a compact, all-purpose Japanese knife
• 🍱 Meat, fish & vegetables — the classic santoku range
• 🎁 A thoughtful gift for anyone who loves Japanese kitchen knives