The santoku is a cross between a cooking knife (gyuto) and a chopping knife (nakiri). The tip of the blade, which is directed downwards from the center of the knife, allows you to find a more stable support on the work surface and a larger cutting surface. It is well suited for cutting and chopping meat, fish, vegetables and fruits. The santoku is a very popular general knife in Japanese homes Thanks to the wider blade, it is very convenient to use the santoku to lift chopped food from the cutting board into the pot.

In short, the Hon-Warikomi technique means that the blade of the knife consists of three layers. The middle layer of the blade is formed by a core of harder steel (Takefu Shiro-2), whose indicator is HRC 62-63. The outer layers are softer stainless steel (SUS410).

Hon Warikomi 5100 knives have a "half tang" construction and a classic western-style reddish-brown wooden handle. The blade is attached to the handle with 2 rivets.

The knives of the Hon Warikomi series are perfect in their simplicity and functional helpers in every kitchen, offering long-lasting quality.