--- product_id: 123493612 title: "YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7\"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover)" brand: "yoshihiro" price: "€ 11.31" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/123493612-yoshihiro-aoko-blue-steel-santoku-multipurpose-japanese-chef-knife-7 store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) **Brand:** yoshihiro **Price:** € 11.31 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) by yoshihiro - **How much does it cost?** € 11.31 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/123493612-yoshihiro-aoko-blue-steel-santoku-multipurpose-japanese-chef-knife-7) ## Best For - yoshihiro enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yoshihiro brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Our handcrafted Yoshihiro Aoko Blue Steel knives have an inner core made of high carbon Blue Steel #2 sandwiched in the traditional method of "Warikomi" between two layers of stainless steel. Hand hammering creates an indented pattern called "Tsuchime" which reduces friction and sticking. With a hardness on the Rockwell scale of 62, the inner core of Blue Steel #2 is prized for its high edge retention with a stainless steel exterior that is non corrosive and requires low maintenance. Our Yoshihiro Aoko Blue Steel Gyuto Chef Knife is forged with a Western style curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth with an extended tip for quick chopping, this knife is complimented with a premium Western style Pakkawood handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and is NSF certified for commerical kitchens and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chef's knife known as a Gyuto knife. Preparing delicious meals starts with taking wholesome ingredients and using the best tools such as a high quality chef's knife to make every meal into something special. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional. Available in 8.25"(210mm) with a limited lifetime warranty.Japanese knives should always be sharpened and honed on premium quality Japanese water stones. ## Features - Make sure this fits by entering your model number. - Grade: Hagane / Knife Type: Santoku (Multipurpose Chef) Knife - Steel Type: Aoko (Blue Steel#2) Warikomi - Blade: Double-Edged (50/50) / Blade Length: 7"(180mm) - BOLSTER: Stain Resistance Steel / Handle Material: Western Style Black Pakka wood - Hardness Rockwell C scale: 62-63 / Saya Cover : Not Included ## Images ![YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sw9MpKsoL.jpg) ![YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714rERRzIfL.jpg) ![YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61TX9-aUqbL.jpg) ![YOSHIHIRO Aoko Blue Steel Santoku Multipurpose Japanese Chef Knife 7"(180mm) - (No Saya Cover) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616TcfmDp3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ A good knife but with a few changes by Yoshihiro it could be a great knife...just not there yet *by C***S on Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2016* I give this knife 3 stars because while the blade and steel, especially the Super Blue steel are wonderful and beautifully sharp, over all the knife could be even be better. What would make this knife better? Firstly, a completely full tang. The balance is off just a bit making it a little too light. Secondly, where the bolster meets the handle is a little rough: Not a a nice smooth transition. That can be very annoying and makes it feel cheaper than it should. Thirdly, the heel needs to smoothed a bit at the edge. And fourthly, and probably most significantly, the handle is too thin. I do not have the largest hands in the world and yet the handle needs to be thicker. That too would help with the balance. The blade I like better than my Shun Premier santoku, but the handle on my Shun is FAR better. The saya is though a nice convenience. Yes I am picky, but I use a knife for cooking every day. So far the blade retention appears to be quite good. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Good Knife, scary QC *by M***E on Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2018* the hagane, hard steel core was eventually exposed, it isn't supposed to be exposed because the amazon page claims it is layered in a warikomi pattern while the core should only be exposed on the back in a san-mai pattern.. my guess is the blade was originally forged a bit too flat and when it was profile-ground the hagane popped out the back.. it shouldn't be a huge issue as long as it doesn't start to delaminate but I would at least let the people who made it know about the QC issue. (This is from a blade smith who looked at the blade.) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ... is shorter then I expected but the handle feels good, not for people has big hands *by R***E on Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2018* The size is shorter then I expected but the handle feels good,not for people has big hands.No stans on knife.easy to maintained. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/123493612-yoshihiro-aoko-blue-steel-santoku-multipurpose-japanese-chef-knife-7](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/123493612-yoshihiro-aoko-blue-steel-santoku-multipurpose-japanese-chef-knife-7) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-18*