Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Seigaiha Damascus 18cm santoku knife, 45 layers

Japanese tradition and an exceptional blade

The Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Seigaiha santoku kengata knife embodies all the elegance and precision of modern Japanese cutlery. It was made in Seki, a Japanese town famous for its cutlery heritage, and combines symbolic design, technical form and top-quality steel.

Its Seigaiha damascus pattern pays homage to Japanese tradition: it was inspired by the 6th-century drawing of waves on the high seas, used to illustrate seas and oceans on maps. Each blade becomes a useful work of art, combining aesthetics and performance.

A damascened blade for clean, precise gestures

The 18cm Grand Chef Seigaiha santoku features a versatile blade. Slightly curved, it allows you to cut with a fluid rocking motion. This ensures precise cutting of vegetables, meat and fish.

The blade contains a core of Swedish Böhler stainless steel, renowned for its structural stability and purity. This core is then coated with 44 layers of stainless steel, forming a 45-layer damascus that is both protective and visually impressive.

The blade's flat edge ensures a clean cut, while its hardness of around 60 HRC ensures excellent edge retention over time. The mirror polish enhances the Seigaiha pattern while facilitating the blade's glide over food.

A hybrid handle designed for comfort

The handle of this Japanese santoku knife measures 11cm and is crafted in black Pakkawood, a stable, moisture-resistant composite material (it contains wood and resin that have been heat-assembled), ideal for everyday use.

Its hybrid shape is ingenious: the part at the birth of the bolster is oval (Western style) for a soft, ergonomic grip, while the heel is octagonal (Japanese style), offering firm, precise control.

The handle is reinforced by a stainless steel bolster and heel, providing strength while balancing the grip for optimum comfort, even during long cutting sessions.

Features and benefits at a glance

• 18cm 45-layer Damascus blade: clean cut and unique visual appeal
• Swedish Böhler stainless steel
core
• : pure, durable alloy
Hardness
• 60 HRC: long edge retention
• Seigaiha Damascus + mirror polish: tradition and improved glide
• 11cm Pakkawood handle: comfort and moisture resistance
• Hybrid shape: balance between ergonomics and control
• Manufactured in Seki, Japan: recognized expertise

Using and caring for my Japanese knife

To preserve the sharpness and beauty of your knife, wash by hand only, in lukewarm water and with a non-abrasive sponge. Wipe immediately with a dry cloth. Avoid prolonged contact with water (no soaking, no dishwashing). Store it in its box, a case, a block or on a magnetic bar to avoid shocks.

The Sakai Takayuki signature between Seki and Sakai

Sakai Takayuki, an iconic Japanese brand, draws its expertise from two emblematic towns: Sakai, the historic cradle of sword forging, and Seki, a town renowned for its modern production of top-of-the-range Japanese knives. This 18cm Grand Chef Seigaiha santoku is made in Seki, following a rigorous process that blends traditional techniques with cutting-edge technology. Each knife is the result of meticulous work on the cutting edge, damascus and handle, to offer a piece that is both high-performance, beautiful and durable.

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