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Japanese-Style Santoku Knife
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Compact 7-Inch Santoku Knife

The knife chefs reach for first. Every time.

The knife chefs reach for first. Every time.Damascus steel

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Damascus Steel
Layered & hammered
Razor-Fine Edge
Effortless, clean cuts
Balanced Grip
Comfort & control
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Built for decades
Best for all heat sources
Best for all heat sources
Best for all heat sources
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This compact Santoku knife is crafted using Japanese-style metalworking principles and designed for precision, control, and everyday versatility. Its shorter blade offers excellent maneuverability, making it ideal for detailed cutting tasks where accuracy is essential.

The 7 inch (17.8 cm) blade features a layered steel construction with a clean, uncoated finish. With a blade height of 1.1 inch (2.9 cm) and a thickness of 0.06 inch (1.6 mm), it delivers a well-balanced combination of sharpness, stability, and smooth cutting performance.

With a total length of 9.4 inch (24 cm), the knife feels compact yet secure in hand. The 4.5 inch (11.5 cm) ergonomic handle provides a comfortable, confident grip, allowing for controlled movements with minimal effort.

Balanced and restrained in form, this Santoku knife is built for consistent daily use. It reflects the calm precision and understated aesthetic associated with Japanese knife design—created to perform quietly and reliably over time.

Specifications

  • Blade length: 7 inch (17.8 cm)
  • Blade height: 1.1 inch (2.9 cm)
  • Blade thickness: 0.06 inch (1.6 mm)
  • Handle length: 4.5 inch (11.5 cm)
  • Total length: 9.4 inch (24 cm)
  • Blade: Japanese-style layered steel, uncoated
  • Use: Vegetables, fruit, herbs, and precision preparation

A compact Santoku defined by control and balance—designed for refined, everyday precision.

Free shipping is included. See delivery estimates at checkout and our return policy for conditions.

Hand wash and dry immediately. Use a wooden cutting board, store the blade safely and hone when needed. Avoid bones, frozen food, twisting the blade and dishwashers.

Damascus steel

The steel of €2,000 blades. Without the €2,000 price.

Layered Damascus steel has long been the signature of collector knives from small, specialist workshops — blades that sell for €2,000 and more. Every Okura blade is built on that same layered construction: multiple layers of steel, forged into one, each with its own flowing grain.

No two blades carry the same pattern. Yours is one of a kind.

The steel of €2,000 blades. Without the €2,000 price.
Layered Damascus · hammered finish

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Same Damascus character. A fraction of the price.

Collector knives are beautiful — and priced like art. We kept what matters in the kitchen and left out the workshop mark-up.

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Layered Damascus steelYesYes
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Hammered food-release finishOftenYes
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Anatomy of the blade

Every detail, deliberate.

  1. 01

    Layered Damascus steel

    Multiple layers of steel forged into one blade — the source of its strength and its flowing, one-of-a-kind grain.

  2. 02

    Hammered finish

    Hammered dimples create tiny air pockets, so slices fall away cleanly instead of sticking to the blade.

  3. 03

    Precision edge

    A fine, keen bevel that glides through tomato skin, herbs and proteins with almost no pressure.

  4. 04

    Seamless bolster

    A smooth transition from blade to handle for a secure pinch grip and full control.

  5. 05

    Balanced hardwood handle

    Shaped to sit naturally in the hand and balanced for long, comfortable prep sessions.

Every detail, deliberate.
Okura Damascus knife slicing paper-thin tomato

THE EDGE

Sharpness you feel in the first cut.

The flowing grain is only half of the story. Layered Damascus steel, a fine edge geometry and a careful finish work together to deliver the crisp, effortless cut you feel the first time you use it.

Keep it that way: a wooden board, a quick hand wash, dry straight away. A well-kept blade stays precise for years.

Layered Damascus steel. Precision at the edge.

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FIND YOUR FIT

Good questions. Straight answers.

Is this real Damascus steel?

Yes — the blade is built from layered steel, forged together and finished to reveal the flowing Damascus grain. Because every blade is layered and finished individually, the pattern on your knife is unique.

How can it cost so much less than a €2,000 Damascus knife?

Collector knives carry small-batch workshop pricing, waiting lists and dealer margins. We sell directly and focus on what matters in the kitchen: the layered steel, the edge and the balance.

Which Okura knife should I start with?

For an all-round first knife, explore the 8.1-inch chef’s knife. Prefer a broader profile for vegetables? The santoku or 7.1-inch chef’s knife is ideal. Choose a set when you want several blade profiles together.

Can I put it in the dishwasher?

Hand washing is recommended. Wash carefully with mild soap and dry immediately to protect the blade and handle. Never leave your knife soaking.

Does it make a good gift?

A Damascus knife is one of the most appreciated gifts for anyone who cooks — beautiful to unbox, and used every single day.

What about shipping, returns and warranty?

Free shipping is included. Delivery estimates appear at checkout. Okura’s 25-year warranty applies under its terms; see the store’s return policy for return conditions.

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