Tsunehisa 440C Migaki Santoku 180mm
Santoku – The Japanese All-Rounder
The santoku is Japan’s most popular all-purpose kitchen knife. Its name means “three virtues,” referring to its ability to handle meat, fish and vegetables with ease. With a shorter, taller profile than a Western chef’s knife, it offers excellent control, precision and versatility for everyday cooking. The flat edge excels at push-cutting and chopping, while the wide blade makes it easy to scoop and transfer ingredients.
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Migaki – Polished Finish
Migaki refers to a clean, polished finish created through careful hand-finishing. It gives the blade a bright, refined appearance while reducing drag for smoother cutting performance.
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Tsunehisa
Tsunehisa produces reliable, well-priced Japanese kitchen knives designed for consistent, everyday performance. Their blades combine modern steels with practical grinds and straightforward finishes, making them a popular choice among home cooks and professionals who want quality without pretence.
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440C Stainless Steel
A high-carbon stainless steel known for strong edge retention and excellent corrosion resistance, offering durable, low-maintenance performance in the kitchen.
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Steel Care
• Always hand wash after use — never put knives in the dishwasher.
• Dry thoroughly with a towel to prevent corrosion or spotting.
• Use wooden or soft plastic chopping boards to preserve the edge.
• Store safely on a magnetic rack, in a block or in a saya cover.
• Sharpen with whetstones for best long-term results.
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Santoku
• Maker: Tsunehisa
• Steel: 440C Stainless
• Blade length: 180mm
• Cladding/finish: Migaki
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Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery may request age verification and may withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
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