NIGARA VGXEOS Tsuchime Damascus Veg-Santoku Knife

NIGARA VGXEOS Series

A premium knife series featuring VGXEOS steel, a superior upgrade to VG10. At Nigara Hamono, we design our knives with a focus on three essential elements: sharpness, aesthetics, and ease of use.

First, regarding its functionality as a knife, we are highly meticulous about the thickness of the edge. We have specially adapted our sharpening methods to match the extreme hardness of VGXEOS steel. This allows us to maximize its ultimate cutting performance while maintaining excellent resistance to chipping.

Furthermore, we have adopted Nigara's signature Tsuchime (hammered) Damascus finish for this series. From a visual standpoint, it is crafted to be a beautiful knife that makes you eager to use it.

Lastly, regarding ease of use, we paid close attention to the blade edge profile and blade width during the design process to create a perfectly balanced shape that guarantees a stress-free culinary experience.

< Veg-Santoku (Santoku, "Three Virtues") >

A Trusted Japanese Companion to Transform Your Daily Culinary Experience

Derived from its ability to handle "meat, fish, and vegetables," this is the most essential and versatile knife for everyday home cooking. While featuring an easy-to-handle blade length, it fully embodies Nigara's uncompromising sharpness. Highly recommended for those wishing to drastically elevate their daily meals, or as the perfect first knife to start your collection.

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"Kappodo Knife Shop," nestled in Nishi-Azabu, proudly presents a true masterpiece: a knife forged by "Nigara Hamono," a forge with over 350 years of rich history in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture.

Nigara Hamono originally began its journey as swordsmiths for the Tsugaru Domain. While inheriting these traditional forging techniques, they have seamlessly fused them with avant-garde designs that continuously captivate modern chefs and culinary enthusiasts. Their knives are highly acclaimed both in Japan and globally as the absolute pinnacle of "functional beauty."

Transcending the boundaries of a mere cooking tool, it brings a sense of exhilaration the very moment you hold it in your hand. Discover the exceptional charm of Nigara Hamono's knives, available in four carefully selected quintessential styles at our store: Gyuto, Santoku, Kiritsuke, and Petty.

Nigara Hamono's "Three Pillars of Excellence"

Unrivaled Sharpness Infused with the Artisan's Soul

Through the traditional swordsmithing technique of "forging," the density of the metal is maximized to its ultimate limit. The blade glides smoothly into ingredients without crushing their delicate cellular structure, directly elevating the very flavor of your ingredients.

Breathtaking "Beautiful Patterns"

The mesmerizing ripples (Damascus / Anmon) created by their unique multi-layered steel that are synonymous with Nigara's knives. Each pattern, breathed into life by artisans through fire and hammer, is a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Meticulously Calculated Functional Beauty

Boasting exceptional durability that can withstand the demanding environments of professional kitchens, combined with an exquisite weight balance that prevents fatigue even during extended use. The more you use it, the more comfortably it becomes an extension of your hand—a perfectly calculated beauty lies within.

Blade Material: VGXEOS
Handle: Octagonal Ebony Wood with Black Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule / Turquoise

Blade Length: 180mm (Blade thickness varies depending on the blade length.)
Finish: Layered (Damascus) / Tsuchime (Hammered) / Double-Edged