{"product_id":"kiso-santoku","title":"SANTOKU","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eKISO SANTOKU\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw character. Everyday versatility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ITAMAE KISO Santoku brings together traditional Japanese inspired craftsmanship and a rugged, understated finish. Its 7.5-inch 420 MoV steel blade features an authentic \u003cstrong\u003ekurouchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving the upper portion of the blade with the dark, naturally textured character created during the forging and heat-treatment process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with a traditional rosewood handle, the KISO is designed as a \u003cstrong\u003eversatile everyday knife for slicing, chopping, and preparing meat, vegetables,\u003c\/strong\u003e and other kitchen essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 420 MoV Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Kurouchi Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSantoku Profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE KUROUCHI FINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark kurouchi portion of the KISO is intentionally left largely unpolished after forging and heat treatment. Unlike a painted or coated finish, its naturally forged surface may show subtle variations, marks, discoloration, or changes in appearance from one knife to another. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are part of the character of an authentic kurouchi finish and make each blade slightly unique.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE \u0026amp; MAINTENANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough 420 MoV is a \u003cstrong\u003ecorrosion-resistant steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, it should not be considered completely rust-proof. The naturally unpolished kurouchi surface can be more susceptible to moisture, staining, and occasional surface oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo keep your KISO in its best condition, wash and dry the blade thoroughly immediately after use. Do not leave it wet, soak it in water, or place it in the dishwasher. Applying a thin layer of food-safe mineral or Tsubaki Oil before extended storage can provide additional protection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, the KISO will continue to develop its own character over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach KISO is individually finished, so natural variations in the kurouchi surface and handle grain are to be expected.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KISO SERIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52986396541239,"sku":null,"price":2999.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/3123\/7201\/files\/itamae-kiso-santoku-7-5-inch-kurouchi-knife.jpg?v=1789410307","url":"https:\/\/itamae.com.ph\/products\/kiso-santoku","provider":"ITAMAE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}