Features: VG10 Japanese steel blade with a hollow edge to prevent sticking. Strong polymer handle with contemporary appeal in a traditional design. Blade tang that extends all the way to the handle medallion for strength. When it comes to kitchen knives, a santoku is a blade of many talents. It easily handles all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. In fact, some people even prefer it to a chef's knife. This 5.5" Santoku is smaller, lighter, and very easy to maneuver. There's just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts, which just adds to the Sora Santoku's versatility. Hollow-ground indentations (Granton edge) allow the blade to glide through the food easily and smoothly. Each blade is forged in the Samurai tradition of San Mai. The artisans incorporated a strong VG10 core with a stainless, corrosion resistant steel on the upper blade, creating a lovely wave pattern-but the process isn't just about beauty. The knives are wonderfully sharp and easy to maneuver. If you're loving the beauty and exceptional quality of Shun Cutlery, take a look at the rest of our collection. Santoku Knife Originating from the traditional Japanese vegetable knife, this all-purpose kitchen tool is distinguished by a wide blade and manageable size. It is ideal for processing meats and vegetables.