Wusaki Hikari SLD Handcrafted Japanese Ko Santoku Knife 15cm

A short knife for cooking freely

The handcrafted Wusaki Hikari SLD ko santoku knife has a 15cm blade, ideal for working with precision on a smaller cutting board. Its versatile profile lets you mince vegetables, chop herbs, cut fruit or prepare portions of boneless meat and fish. Handcrafted in Japan, this compact model meets the needs of home cooks and professionals alike who are looking for more control. Its blade height also makes it easier to guide food with the knuckles.

A blade shape designed for sharpness

The San Mai construction brings together three layers of steel around a core of SLD steel. This semi-stainless steel contains around 1.6% carbon and reaches a hardness of 63 HRC, which favors long-lasting edge retention. The outer layers add extra flexibility to the structure. The blade's flat grind lets it pass cleanly through fibers and reduces effort during cutting. A mirror-polished finish rounds out its sober silhouette while showcasing the craftsman's work.

Bubinga against the hand

The 11.5cm handle is made of bubinga wood, a dense wood species with brown, reddish tones. Its natural grain varies from piece to piece, creating contrasts unique to each knife. The absence of rivets keeps the surface clean and pleasant to the touch. Its octagonal shape helps maintain a consistent blade orientation during precise movements. It offers a grip suited to right- and left-handed cooks alike.

Japanese craftsmanship worth preserving

This Japanese ko santoku knife is handcrafted in Japan, where cutlery relies on age-old mastery of forging, heat treatment and sharpening. Wusaki pairs this know-how with SLD steel to produce a tool suited to regular, demanding use.

Clean it by hand with a soft sponge and a mild soap. Dry the blade and handle right away, then store them somewhere dry and clean. Avoid the dishwasher, soaking and hard surfaces. A water stone suited to 63 HRC steels will preserve the fineness of the edge.

Japanese craftsmanship serving your cuts

Use

• Cut with a straight, linear motion. Twisting motions damage the cutting edge and can break the blade.
• Use a wooden cutting board. Glass or marble dull the cutting edge over time.

Cleaning

• Wash by hand with a soft sponge and mild soap, then rinse with lukewarm water. Abrasive surfaces are not suitable for the steel.
• Oil the blade from time to time with a neutral mineral oil to protect it.

Sharpening

• Don't wait until the blade is completely dull: regular maintenance on a 1000-grit whetstone keeps an excellent cutting edge without removing too much material.
• Match the whetstone's grit to the condition of the blade — coarse grit to restore a very dull edge, fine grit to polish.

Shipping

• Dispatch: within 24 to 48 hours after payment confirmation, for in-stock products.
• Delivery time: 3 to 7 days in mainland France, 5 to 10 days in Belgium.
• Fees: free shipping in mainland France. To Belgium, fees vary depending on the parcel's weight.
• Tracking: a tracking number is emailed to you as soon as your order ships.

Returns

• Returns accepted up to 60 days after purchase; the item must be new, unused, and in its original packaging.
• Refund within 10 business days after the return is received.
• If you exercise your right of withdrawal, the original shipping fees are deducted from the refund.