# Gyuto (牛刀)

A gyuto is an all-purpose Japanese chef’s knife for meat, fish and vegetables. It is usually longer and narrower than a santoku.

- Best for: Meat, fish and veg in one
- Length: 180–270 mm
- Edge: Double bevel
- Steel: Stainless
- Care: Easy
- Price: From about $80 (HD)

## Shops that carry it

1. Kama-Asa
2. Jikko Kappabashi
3. Tsubaya
4. Aritsugu Tsukiji
5. Hitohira
6. Kamata Hakensha

## Common questions

### What is a gyuto?

A gyuto is an all-purpose Japanese chef’s knife for meat, fish and vegetables. It is usually longer and narrower than a santoku.

### What size is a Gyuto?

Typically 180–270 mm.

### Is a Gyuto single or double bevel?

Double bevel.

### How much does a Gyuto cost?

From about $80 (HD)

### Where can I buy a Gyuto in Tokyo?

This page lists specialist Tokyo shops in our provisional ranking. The method is published.

## Sources

- https://hamonodirect.com/knife-types/
- https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/牛刀
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chef%27s_knife

Updated: 2026-11-15

https://findmyknife.net/en/knives/gyuto/

## Price guide

Typical price (median across shops): ¥30,700. Under ¥10,000: 4/6, ¥10,000–30,000: 6/6, ¥30,000–50,000: 5/6, ¥50,000+: 4/6. Number of the 6 Tokyo shops with official online stores that list a Gyuto in each range (retrieved 2026-11-15).