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Step 1: Rinse
Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher; the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2: Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink; even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3: Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer; it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it. No special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use, and with these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Every knife comes in its own presentation box, ready to give as a gift.
Yodo 7.5" Stainless Steel Santoku Knife 三徳包丁
The Yodo 7.5" Santoku Knife blends Japanese-inspired craftsmanship with modern AUS10 stainless steel performance, designed to bring professional precision and elegance to every kitchen.
AUS10 Stainless Steel Blade
Forged from premium AUS10 stainless steel, the blade offers a perfect balance of hardness, toughness and long-lasting edge retention. Honed to a fine 15° cutting angle, it delivers razor-sharp precision for slicing vegetables, meats and fish with ease. The subtle hammered finish helps reduce drag and keeps ingredients from sticking, allowing each cut to glide smoothly.
Mkuruti Wood Handle
Crafted from richly grained Mkuruti wood, the handle brings natural warmth and exceptional durability. Its octagonal profile provides a secure, comfortable grip and perfect balance, ensuring control and confidence even during long prep sessions.
Effortless Culinary Performance
Ideal for chopping, dicing and mincing, the Yodo Santoku is perfectly weighted for clean, efficient cuts. Its broad blade also makes scooping and transferring ingredients simple and precise.
Timeless Craftsmanship
Combining the strength of AUS10 steel with the natural beauty of Mkuruti wood, the Yodo 7.5" Santoku Knife is both a functional tool and a statement of refined culinary artistry.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Engineered for unmatched sharpness: razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15° (compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives), our blades allow for noticeably smoother, faster cuts.
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SaleBought this to replace a cheap Cuisinart santoku. Night and day difference on edge retention, this one stays sharp way longer. It's a little blade-heavy compared to what I'm used to, but I've adjusted. Wish it came in a 5" size for my wife because she finds it a bit big. Good knife overall.
Pretty solid knife for the money. Came sharp enough to shave arm hair which is always a good sign. The hammered finish actually helps with potatoes not sticking, which I didn't think would make a difference but it does. Handle is a bit slick when my hands are wet so I have to be careful. Still recommend if you do a lot of veg prep.
Got this santoku for my wife for her birthday and shes obsessed. The flat profile makes chopping onions so easy, the blade just falls through everything. Hammered finish actually does keep stuff from sticking, which I thought was marketing bs but it works. Sharp as hell out of the box. Probably gonna order another one for myself.
Been using this knife daily for about a month now and its a massive upgrade from the old Cuisinart set I had. AUS10 steel holds an edge really well, I havent needed to sharpen it yet and we cook basically every night. The 15 degree angle makes slicing tomatoes and raw fish super clean. My only tiny gripe is the handle felt a little small at first but now I'm used to it and actually like the control. Came in a nice box too, would make a good gift.
Got this for my husband for his birthday and he's been using it nonstop. The AUS10 steel holds an edge really well, he's only sharpened it once in a month with daily use. The hammered finish actually does help with food not sticking, especially when slicing potatoes or cucumbers thin. Came in a nice box too, felt like a proper gift. I might have to steal it for myself honestly.
I've had a few santokus over the years, mostly cheap ones from amazon. This thing is sharp out of the box, like scary sharp. The flat profile makes push cuts a breeze, I do a lot of onion dicing and it just glides through. Balance feels good, not too heavy. My only nitpick is I wish it had a slightly taller blade but that's just personal preference. Massive upgrade from my old Mercer.
Ok so I got this knife after using a cheap Target knife for way too long. Its honestly scary sharp out of the box. I chopped a whole bag of onions for French onion soup and zero tears, no sticking because of the hammered finish. The flat profile is great for push cutting, no accordion veggies. AUS10 seems to hold an edge really well, been 3 weeks of daily use and still shaves arm hair. My old Victorinox is now in the drawer.
Bought this for my husband's birthday. He's been using it daily for a couple weeks and loves how sharp it is, makes quick work of carrots and celery. Only complaint is the handle feels a little small for his big hands, wish it had a slightly bigger grip option. Not a deal breaker though, still a solid knife for the price.
Ok so Ive been cooking professionally for years and this little guy surprised me. The AUS10 steel holds an edge really well, Ive been using it daily for about a month and only touched it up once on a ceramic rod. The flat profile on the santoku makes chopping onions and garlic a dream, no accordion cuts. Only thing is the handle felt a little slick when wet but I got used to it quick. Came in a nice box too.
got this for my husband for his birthday and he's been using it non-stop. the blade is scary sharp out of the box, sliced through a tomato like butter. he said the hammered finish actually works for keeping stuff from sticking. handle feels solid, not cheap at all. really happy with it.