Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Seigaiha Damascus 45-layer 15cm kengata utility knife

The elegant, high-performance all-purpose Japanese knife

The Seigaiha Sakai Takayuki kengata Grand Chef universal knife is your everyday ally, as beautiful as it is effective. Manufactured in Seki, the Mecca of Japanese cutlery, it combines a precision blade, traditional design and high-performance materials.

The blade features the Seigaiha motif, an ancestral Japanese design used since the 6th century to represent seas and oceans on nautical charts. The word "Seigaiha" translates as "blue sea and waves", symbolizing strength, serenity and continuity. On the damascened blade, this motif takes the form of stylized waves on the high seas, bringing a singular aesthetic to each knife.

A sturdy, easy-to-handle blade

This Sakai Takayuki all-purpose Japanese knife has a 15cm blade, ideal for a wide variety of cuts: vegetables, fruit, herbs, small pieces of meat or fish. Its kengata shape, inspired by Japanese swords ("kengata" means "sword shape"), gives it a narrower, slightly curved edge, ensuring a rocking motion and rapid gestures.

The blade core is made of Swedish Böhler stainless steel, a high-quality alloy known for its purity, strength and corrosion resistance. It is wrapped in 44 layers of stainless steel, forming a 45-layer damask that protects the core while magnifying the blade.

Theflat wirecutting edge ensures a clean cut through food, and the hardness of around 60 HRC guarantees prolonged edge retention. The blade is mirror-polished, highlighting the Seigaiha pattern and making it easier for the blade to glide over food.

A comfortable, stable hybrid handle

The 9.4cm handle has been designed for comfort, stability and precision. It is made of black Pakka wood, a moisture-resistant composite of wood and resin compressed under heat. The handle is pleasant to the touch and built to last.

The hybrid shape of the handle is the result of two influences:

• Oval (Western) at the bolster: for a soft, ergonomic grip
• Octagonal (Japanese) towards the heel: for a firm, precise hold

Knife features and benefits

• 15cm 45-layer Damascus blade: precise, elegant cutting edge
• Japanese Seigaiha pattern: waves as a symbol of peace and continuity
• Swedish Böhler stainless steel
core
• : durable, resistant cut
• Kengata shape: thin blade, ideal for pendulum movement
Hardness
• ~60 HRC:
• very good edge retention
• Mirror polish: brilliant blade, improved glide
• Black Pakka wood handle 9.4cm: comfort, stability, strength
• Hybrid ambidextrous shape: precise, balanced grip
• Made in Seki, Japan: recognized cutlery expertise

Caring for my universal Japanese knife

Wash this knife exclusively by hand, using a soft sponge and lukewarm water. Wipe immediately after cleaning with a clean, dry cloth. Do not put in the dishwasher or leave to soak. Store it in its case, a box, a block or on a magnetic bar to preserve its sharpness and damask finish.

Sakai Takayuki: Japanese expertise

Sakai Takayuki is an emblematic brand of Japanese cutlery. For its Grand Chef Seigaiha range, it combines the heritage of Sakai, the historic city of sword smiths, with the modern know-how of Seki, the technical center of the Japanese blade. This Sakai Takayuki all-purpose Japanese knife perfectly illustrates this dual influence: quality materials, a strong symbolic design, and professional cutting quality. Each knife is carefully crafted, from pattern to polish, to offer you a reliable, aesthetic and high-performance tool.

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