{"product_id":"higuchi-wa-damascus-sujihiki-24-cm","title":"HIGUCHI WA DAMASCUS Sujihiki 24 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSujihiki 240mm – VG-10 Damascus Tsuchime Slicer (Mino City, Japan)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelected for cooks who want effortless slicing performance, premium VG-10 steel, and authentic Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecision Slicing Starts Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSujihiki\u003c\/strong\u003e is Japan's dedicated slicing knife, designed to produce long, clean cuts through meat and fish with minimal resistance. Its narrow blade glides effortlessly through proteins, preserving their texture and delivering beautifully even slices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in \u003cstrong\u003eMino City, Gifu Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e—one of Japan's historic knife-making regions—this knife combines traditional craftsmanship with modern stainless steel technology, making it an excellent choice for both passionate home cooks and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks who regularly prepare meat and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBQ enthusiasts and carvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to upgrade from a standard carving knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooks who appreciate authentic Japanese craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love 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steel\u003c\/strong\u003e (22 layers on each side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional laminated construction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereinforces the hardened cutting core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimproves durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincreases toughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreates the elegant flowing Damascus pattern unique to every blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a combination of beauty and performance that reflects the craftsmanship behind the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTsuchime Hammered Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper section of the blade features a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eTsuchime (hammered)\u003c\/strong\u003e finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hammered dimples help:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereduce friction during slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimprove food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eminimise sticking when cutting 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