{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-33-layer-damascus-vg10-gyuto-180mm","title":"SAKAI TAKAYUKI 33-Layer Damascus VG10 GYUTO 180mm","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-780d3390-7fff-15c6-70d9-a3acc598704d\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSAKAI TAKAYUKI 33-Layer Damascus VG10 Gyuto 180mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a high-performance Japanese chef’s knife that combines refined cutting ability with striking traditional aesthetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Sakai, Osaka—one of Japan’s most renowned knife-making regions—this gyuto is designed for precision, durability, and everyday versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the core of the blade is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVG10 stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a premium alloy known for its exceptional sharpness, strong edge retention, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VG10 core is clad in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33 layers of stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a beautiful Damascus wood-grain pattern while enhancing strength, balance, and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehammered (tsuchime) finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, created by striking the blade surface during forging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond its visual appeal, the hammered texture helps reduce food sticking and reflects traditional Japanese forging techniques that increase steel density and cutting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a 180mm blade length, this gyuto is ideal for slicing meat, chopping vegetables, and general-purpose kitchen work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mahogany handle offers a warm, elegant appearance and a comfortable, secure grip, making this knife suitable for both professional chefs and serious home cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-e410ced1-7fff-96b5-2a9a-17a5f6a93dfb\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile gyuto blade (180mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for meat, fish, and vegetable preparation in both professional and home kitchens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVG10 core steel — sharp and rust-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium stainless steel offering excellent edge retention and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e33-layer Damascus construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered stainless steel enhances durability while creating a refined wood-grain pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHammered (tsuchime) finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproves food release and reflects traditional Japanese forging techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced double-bevel edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for both right- and left-handed users.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMahogany handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable, durable, and visually elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Sakai, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in one of Japan’s most historic blade-making regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8d423504-7fff-c01f-eeea-6ba0caf45c45\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade type: Gyuto (Chef’s knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 180 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade width: approx. 42 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: approx. 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade steel: VG10 core, 33-layer Damascus stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: approx. HRC 60–62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge: Double bevel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerrule: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle length: approx. 122 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: approx. 165 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Made in Sakai, Osaka, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SAKAI TAKAYUKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48038906233064,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/9274\/4680\/files\/SAKAI_TAKAYUKI_Gyuto_180mm_10.png?v=1775197807","url":"https:\/\/the-artisan-japan.com\/products\/sakai-takayuki-33-layer-damascus-vg10-gyuto-180mm","provider":"The Artisan Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}