Touroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm – VG10 Damascus Chef's Knife with Blue Pakka Handle

Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta

Your go-to Japanese chef's knife, crafted to stand out.

The Touroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm is the knife you'll reach for every day. Built around a premium VG10 stainless steel core, it combines razor-sharp performance with elegant Damascus cladding, a traditional hammered finish, and a striking blue pakka wood handle.

Designed to tackle almost every kitchen task, it slices meat, prepares fish, chops vegetables, and minces herbs with precision and ease. Whether you're upgrading from a Western chef's knife or investing in your first premium Japanese blade, this Gyuto offers the versatility, performance, and craftsmanship that define authentic Japanese cutlery.

Forged in Sakai – Japan's Historic Knife-Making Centre

For more than 600 years, Sakai has been one of Japan's most respected centres of blade craftsmanship. Professional chefs around the world continue to trust Sakai knives for their exceptional geometry, refined balance, and outstanding cutting performance.

The Touroku Sakai collection carries this tradition forward, combining time-honoured craftsmanship with modern materials to create knives that perform beautifully while offering exceptional value.

Who This Knife Is For

Perfect for:

• Everyday food preparation
• Slicing meat and fish
• Chopping vegetables
• Mincing herbs
• Home cooks upgrading from Western knives
• Professional chefs seeking a dependable all-round knife

Not ideal for:

• Cutting bones
• Frozen foods
• Heavy butchery work

Why You'll Love It

VG10 Stainless Steel Core

At the heart of the blade is premium Japanese VG10 stainless steel, one of the most respected steels used in Japanese kitchen knives.

It offers:

• Excellent edge retention
• Exceptional sharpness
• Strong corrosion resistance
• Easy maintenance
• Reliable everyday performance

VG10 delivers the perfect balance between performance and practicality, making it an excellent choice for both professionals and passionate home cooks.

Damascus Cladding & Tsuchime Finish

The blade combines elegant Damascus layering with a traditional Tsuchime (hammered) finish.

This construction provides:

• Reduced food sticking
• Improved food release
• Beautiful layered patterns
• Traditional Japanese craftsmanship
• A unique appearance—no two blades are exactly alike

It's a blade that's as enjoyable to use as it is to admire.

210mm Gyuto Profile

The Gyuto is Japan's version of the Western chef's knife—and for many cooks, it's the most important knife in the kitchen.

The 210mm length offers the ideal balance between agility and cutting power, making it perfect for:

• Vegetables
• Meat
• Fish
• Herbs
• Everyday meal preparation

Long enough for confident slicing, yet nimble enough for detailed work.

Blue Pakka Wood Handle

The octagonal blue pakka wood wa handle gives this knife a distinctive personality while offering outstanding durability.

Benefits include:

• Moisture resistance
• Excellent durability
• Lightweight balance
• Comfortable grip
• Unique premium appearance

The vivid blue tones contrast beautifully with the Damascus blade, creating a knife that stands out in any kitchen.

Key Features

• Authentic Japanese Gyuto
• VG10 stainless steel core
• Damascus-clad construction
• Traditional Tsuchime hammered finish
• 210mm all-purpose chef's knife
• Blue pakka wood wa handle
• Double bevel edge
• Made in Japan

Specifications

Brand: Touroku Sakai
Knife Type: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)
Blade Length: 210mm
Steel: VG10 Stainless Steel
Hardness: Approximately 60–61 HRC
Construction: Damascus Clad with Tsuchime Finish
Bevel: Double Bevel
Handle: Blue Pakka Wood Wa Handle
Made in: Japan

Complete Your Setup

Pair it with:

• Petty 150mm for detailed prep work
• Sujihiki for carving and slicing proteins
• End-grain cutting board to protect the edge
• Japanese whetstones for sharpening
• Saya or blade guard for safe storage

Why We Chose This Knife

At Sharp Knives Malta, we recommend a 210mm Gyuto as the ideal starting point for anyone entering the world of premium Japanese knives.

The Touroku Sakai Gyuto combines trusted VG10 steel, traditional Sakai craftsmanship, and a striking modern design into a knife that's equally suited to passionate home cooks and professional chefs. It offers exceptional cutting performance, easy maintenance, and the versatility to handle almost every task in the kitchen.

Final Word

The Touroku Sakai Gyuto 210mm is the knife you'll rely on every day. Sharp, versatile, beautifully balanced, and built to last, it delivers everything that makes Japanese knives so highly regarded.

With its VG10 core, Damascus finish, hammered texture, and distinctive blue pakka wood handle, it's a knife designed to perform as beautifully as it looks.

One knife. Endless possibilities. Crafted in Japan.