Hand-forged VG-10 steel
Free US shipping
Lifetime warranty
Find Your Blade
Five shapes cover everything a kitchen asks of a blade. Start with how you cook.
Chef's Knives
Chef's Knives
Santoku Knives
Santoku Knives
Vegetable Knives
Vegetable Knives
Specialty Knives
Specialty Knives
Built into every blade
What's Inside the Blade
Four choices in the steel and the handle separate a blade that lasts a lifetime from one that dulls in a drawer.
VG-10 Hardened Core
A single core of VG-10 steel, rated 60 ±2 HRC, holds a razor edge far longer than the soft stainless in store-bought knives.
67-Layer Damascus
Sixty-seven layers of steel are folded around that core, giving each blade its flowing suminagashi grain. No two are alike.
Hand-Honed 15° Edge
Sharpened by hand to a keen 15-degree edge that glides through fish, herbs and ripe tomatoes from the very first cut.
Hand-Fitted Handle
A moisture-sealed handle, shaped and balanced to stay comfortable and controlled through long prep.
THE SHIROSUKI GUARANTEE
Made to last a lifetime
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything worth knowing before your blade ships.
Will it stay sharp, or dull in a few weeks?
It holds. The VG-10 core is hardened to 60 ±2 HRC, harder than the soft stainless used in most store-bought knives, which is why it keeps its edge for months of regular use rather than weeks.
What happens when it eventually needs sharpening?
You never pay to keep it sharp. When the edge finally needs work, send the knife back and we sharpen it for free, for as long as you own it. Most owners only need this about once a year.
Which knife should I choose?
Start with the Chef knife (Gyuto) or the Santoku for everyday work, both handle almost everything. Add the Nakiri for vegetables and the Kiritsuke for clean, precise slicing. The matched set shares the same steel and finish across every blade.
How do I care for my knife?
Hand wash with warm water and dry it right after use, and store it on a magnetic strip or in a guard rather than loose in a drawer. Keep it out of the dishwasher. Use it on wood or soft plastic, never glass, stone or ceramic.
What if it is not the right knife for me?
Cook with it and put it to work. If it is not for you, return it within 30 days for a full refund, with no restocking fee.
What does the lifetime warranty cover?
Every blade is guaranteed for life against manufacturing defects in the steel, the edge and the handle. It does not cover normal wear or damage from misuse, such as cutting bone or frozen food, prying, or dishwasher damage.
Why is a knife like this priced the way it is?
Because we sell direct. A blade like this normally passes through an importer, a distributor and a shop, each adding margin. Buying straight from the workshop means you pay for the steel and the craft, not the markup in between.
Do they make a good gift?
One of the best. Each knife arrives in protective packaging ready to give, and a blade like this gets used for decades. It is covered by the same lifetime guarantee and free sharpening even as a gift.
How do I reach a real person?
Call us at +1 (307) 333-9551 or email info@shirosuki.com. Our team answers Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET. If you already have an order on the way, have your order number ready and we can look it up while you are on the call.
