# Santoku (三徳)

A santoku is an all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife for meat, fish and vegetables.

- Best for: Meat, fish and veg in one
- Length: 165–180 mm
- Edge: Double bevel
- Steel: Stainless
- Care: Easy
- Price: ¥10,000–20,000 is the home sweet spot (JKL)

## 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 santoku?

A santoku is an all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife for meat, fish and vegetables.

### What size is a Santoku?

Typically 165–180 mm.

### Is a Santoku single or double bevel?

Double bevel.

### How much does a Santoku cost?

¥10,000–20,000 is the home sweet spot (JKL)

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

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

## Sources

- https://hamonodirect.com/knife-types/
- https://japaneseknifelab.com/ja/best/best-santoku-knife/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santoku
- https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/包丁
- https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/牛刀

Updated: 2026-11-15

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

## Price guide

Typical price (median across shops): ¥26,600. Under ¥10,000: 2/6, ¥10,000–30,000: 5/6, ¥30,000–50,000: 4/6, ¥50,000+: 4/6. Number of the 6 Tokyo shops with official online stores that list a Santoku in each range (retrieved 2026-11-15).