Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Santoku 170mm, all-purpose Japanese knife
This santoku is an all-purpose knife for straight push cuts on vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins. The blade is a practical everyday length. Forged by Hatsukokoro Hikari, it pairs hard, keen Japanese steel with the thin grind and balance that let the blade glide through food with less resistance. The stainless steel keeps it easy to look after from day to day.
Hatsukokoro Hikari santoku specifications
| Maker | Hatsukokoro Hikari |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Santoku (all-purpose Japanese knife) |
| Blade length | 170 mm |
| Steel | SLD semi-stainless steel |
| Bevel | Double bevel |
| Best for | Vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins |
Care and everyday use
It is at its best for vegetables, herbs and boneless proteins. The stainless steel keeps maintenance low: hand wash and dry the blade after use, keep it off bone and frozen food, and touch up the edge on a whetstone when it starts to slow. There is no need to oil the blade, which makes it a forgiving choice for everyday cooking.
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This santoku ships fast across the United States at $169.00, packed with care to arrive ready to use. Every knife here is chosen for how it cuts and the quality of its making, not to fill a catalogue. Browse the full range of Japanese santoku knives, or explore more Japanese chef knives, whetstones and kitchenware across the Knives and Stones store.











by Marcus T.
My new go-to santoku. The balance is perfect and it holds an edge well.
by Michael S.
Solid buy. Sharp, light and nimble. Would happily buy from Knives and Stones again.
by Greg H.
Lovely knife and a joy to use. A little more blade care than my stainless knives but worth it.
by Ryan K.
Great santoku. Took a light touch-up on the stones to get it exactly how I like it, then flawless.
by Eric T.
Scary sharp out of the box. Glides through onions and tomatoes with zero effort.