Sakai Kikumori Nami Santoku 165mm – AUS-10 Damascus, Ebony Handle
Sakai Kikumori Nami Santoku 165mm – AUS-10 Damascus, Ebony Handle
⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta
Selected for cooks who want authentic Japanese craftsmanship with premium stainless steel performance, elegant Damascus styling, and effortless everyday versatility.
Traditional Sakai Craftsmanship for Everyday Cooking
The Sakai Kikumori Nami Santoku 165mm blends centuries of Japanese knife-making tradition with modern stainless steel technology to create a knife that's equally at home in a professional kitchen or on a home cook's worktop.
Handcrafted in Sakai, Japan, it features a premium AUS-10 stainless steel core, elegant Damascus cladding, and a beautifully balanced ebony wa handle. The result is a knife that offers outstanding cutting performance without the maintenance demands of carbon steel.
If you're looking for one premium Japanese knife to handle almost every daily kitchen task, this is an excellent place to start.
Who This Knife Is For
Perfect for:
- Home cooks upgrading to their first premium Japanese knife
- Professional chefs looking for a dependable stainless workhorse
- Anyone who wants one versatile everyday knife
- Customers seeking a premium gift with timeless Japanese craftsmanship
- Cooks who prefer stainless steel over carbon steel
Ideal for preparing vegetables, meat, fish, herbs, and everyday ingredients.
Why You'll Love It
AUS-10 Stainless Steel Core
At the heart of the blade is AUS-10 stainless steel, hardened to approximately 62 HRC.
Benefits include:
- Excellent sharpness
- Strong edge retention
- Outstanding corrosion resistance
- Easy maintenance
- Straightforward sharpening
AUS-10 offers an excellent balance between performance and practicality, making it one of the most popular choices for everyday Japanese kitchen knives.
Beautiful Damascus Cladding
The blade is wrapped in elegant stainless Damascus steel, creating the flowing layered pattern that gives every knife its own unique appearance.
Benefits include:
- Unique visual character
- Added blade strength
- Traditional Japanese craftsmanship
- Premium finish
No two Damascus patterns are exactly alike.
Santoku – The Ultimate All-Round Knife
"Santoku" translates as "three virtues," referring to its ability to excel with:
- Vegetables
- Fish
- Meat
The compact 165mm blade provides:
- Excellent control
- Fast, efficient preparation
- Clean slicing
- Comfortable everyday handling
For many cooks, it's the knife that spends the most time on the cutting board.
Premium Ebony Wa Handle
The traditional Japanese ebony wood handle offers:
- Excellent balance
- Comfortable grip
- Outstanding durability
- Moisture resistance
- Timeless appearance
Its darker tones perfectly complement the Damascus blade, creating a refined, understated look.
Forged in Sakai – Japan's Historic Knife-Making Capital
For more than 600 years, Sakai has been one of Japan's most respected centres of knife making.
Founded in 1926, Sakai Kikumori continues this tradition by combining skilled craftsmanship, refined blade geometry, and carefully selected modern steels to produce knives trusted by chefs around the world.
Key Features
- Authentic Sakai Kikumori Japanese knife
- AUS-10 stainless steel core
- Stainless Damascus cladding
- 165mm Santoku profile
- Double-bevel edge
- Premium ebony wa handle
- Excellent edge retention
- Easy-care stainless construction
- Made in Sakai, Japan
Specifications
Brand: Sakai Kikumori
Series: Nami
Knife Type: Santoku
Blade Length: 165mm
Steel: AUS-10 Stainless Steel
Hardness: Approximately 62 HRC
Construction: Damascus Clad
Bevel: Double Bevel (50:50)
Handle: Ebony Wood Wa Handle
Made in: Sakai, Japan
Care Instructions
To keep your knife performing at its best:
- Hand wash only
- Dry thoroughly after use
- Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
- Use on wooden or quality synthetic cutting boards
- Store in a saya, blade guard, or knife rack
- Sharpen with quality Japanese whetstones when required
With proper care, this knife will deliver years of exceptional performance.
Complete Your Kitchen Setup
Pair it with:
- Petty Knife for detailed prep work
- End Grain Cutting Board
- Japanese Whetstone Set
- Leather Strop
- Wooden Saya or Blade Guard
Why We Chose This Knife
At Sharp Knives Malta, we look for knives that combine genuine craftsmanship with practical everyday performance.
The Sakai Kikumori Nami Santoku does exactly that. Its AUS-10 steel offers impressive sharpness and durability, while the Damascus finish and ebony handle give it the elegance expected from a handcrafted Japanese knife. It's a knife that's easy to own, enjoyable to use, and capable of handling almost every task in the kitchen.
Final Word
The Sakai Kikumori Nami Santoku 165mm is a knife you'll reach for every day.
Sharp, beautifully balanced, and built with centuries of Sakai craftsmanship, it delivers premium Japanese performance without the extra maintenance of carbon steel.
Elegant. Versatile. Built to perform.