Touroku Sakai SG2 Gyuto 210mm – Pakka Wood Handle
A performance-focused Japanese chef’s knife built around premium SG2 powder steel. The Touroku Sakai 210mm Gyuto combines excellent edge retention, a clean professional finish and a comfortable Western-style pakka wood handle.
The 210mm Gyuto is one of the most versatile knife sizes available. Long enough for serious preparation but still easy to control, it can comfortably serve as the main knife in both home and professional kitchens.
A True All-Purpose Chef’s Knife
The Gyuto is the Japanese interpretation of the Western chef’s knife, but typically with a thinner, more precise cutting geometry.
The 210mm profile is ideal for:
- Slicing and portioning meat
- Preparing fish
- Chopping and slicing vegetables
- Onions, herbs and everyday prep
- Fine tip work
- Larger ingredients where a Santoku may feel too short
For someone looking to own one high-performance Japanese knife for most kitchen tasks, a 210mm Gyuto is difficult to beat.
SG2 Powder Steel
The blade is made with SG2 (R2) stainless powder steel, a premium Japanese steel known for combining high hardness with excellent edge retention.
SG2 can take a very fine, sharp edge and hold it significantly longer than many conventional stainless steels. At the same time, its stainless properties make everyday maintenance much easier than with traditional carbon steels.
The result is a knife designed for people who prioritize cutting performance and edge retention without wanting high-maintenance steel.
Clean, Performance-Focused Finish
There is no elaborate Damascus pattern or decorative hammered finish here. The blade has a clean, understated appearance that puts the focus firmly on geometry, steel and performance.
That makes this model particularly appealing as a professional work knife rather than something designed simply to look impressive in a collection.
Western-Style Pakka Wood Handle
The pakka wood Yo handle provides the familiar feel of a Western chef’s knife, with a full-tang construction, three rivets and a metal bolster.
Pakka wood combines wood with resin, improving resistance to moisture and making the handle well suited to frequent professional or home use.
Specifications
Brand: Touroku Sakai
Knife Type: Gyuto / Japanese Chef’s Knife
Blade Length: 210mm
Steel: SG2 / R2 Stainless Powder Steel
Handle: Pakka Wood
Handle Style: Western / Yo
Construction: Full Tang
Edge: Double Bevel
Maintenance: Stainless / Easy Care
Best For: Meat, fish, vegetables and general kitchen preparation
Who This Knife Is For
This is an excellent choice for professional chefs and serious home cooks looking for a primary Japanese chef’s knife with excellent edge retention.
It is also a strong upgrade for someone currently using a more conventional VG10 or softer stainless-steel chef’s knife and wanting to move into premium powder-steel performance.
Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta
We selected this Touroku Sakai Gyuto because the specification is straightforward and makes sense: premium SG2 steel, the highly versatile 210mm Gyuto profile and a durable Western-style pakka handle.
There are flashier knives available, but this model isn't trying to win on decoration. Its selling point is performance. For someone who wants a Japanese chef’s knife to use seriously and regularly, that's exactly where the money should be spent.