{"product_id":"kanetsune-seki-matsu-zumi-yaki-kc-472","title":"SEKI KANETSUNE Matsu-Zumi-Yaki Santoku 170mm","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"styles_information__BM_iA\" data-testid=\"information\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"styles_information__BM_iA\" data-testid=\"information\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Kanetsune Matsusumi-Yaki series represents the pinnacle of Japanese bladesmithing, employing the rare and traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epine charcoal quenching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e method. This unique heat treatment prevents decarburization, allowing the blade to achieve hardness comparable to Blue Paper Steel (Aogami) #2, despite being forged from White Paper Steel (Shirogami)#2. Crafted by an 80-year-old master artisan who has devoted his life to Echizen Uchihamono (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEchizen Forged Blades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), each knife is a one-of-a-kind work of art that embodies both strength and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKey Features \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Santoku Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Santoku, meaning “three virtues” (meat, fish, and vegetables), offers a versatile profile with a wide blade and pointed tip—perfect for everyday kitchen tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatsusumi-Yaki Heat Treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough pine charcoal quenching, the blade gains enhanced hardness and durability, surpassing the typical properties of White (Shirogami) #2 steel to rival Blue (Aogami) #2 in performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperior Steel Composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged from Takefu White Paper Steel (Shirogami) #2 and clad in multiple layers of softer steel, this construction delivers a razor-sharp edge with resilience and beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExquisite Handle Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle combines Walnut, Zircote, and Maple, offering natural beauty, durability, and a comfortable grip with refined balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtisan Mastery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted by a veteran craftsman with over 60 years of dedication to Echizen blades, ensuring the highest level of precision, tradition, and authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Japanese Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProudly produced in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture—an area renowned for traditional knife-making heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length: approx. 315 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: approx. 170 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: approx. 135 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Steel: Takefu White Paper Steel (Shirogami) #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCladding: Multi-layer Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Walnut \/ Zircote \/ Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Made in Japan (Echizen, Fukui Prefecture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SEKI KANETSUNE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47711046402280,"sku":"KC-472","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/9274\/4680\/files\/KC-472.png?v=1759494332","url":"https:\/\/the-artisan-japan.com\/products\/kanetsune-seki-matsu-zumi-yaki-kc-472","provider":"The Artisan Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}