{"product_id":"special-carbon-steel-gyuto-santoku","title":"Special Carbon Steel Petit Knife","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA knife series that maximizes the best qualities of both carbon steel and stainless steel.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhile retaining the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003erazor-sharp edge characteristic of carbon steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, the addition of a small amount of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003echromium and tungsten\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e enhances both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003erust resistance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etoughness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe steel used is classified as \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esemi-stainless\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, meaning it resists rust spread while remaining easy to sharpen and offering high hardness — a favorite among experienced knife enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePetit Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIdeal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003epeeling vegetables, making thin slices, and performing fine prep work\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e such as mincing. \u003c\/span\u003eThe pointed tip is also useful for \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edecorative and detailed cutting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProfessional chefs often choose the \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e125 mm blade\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for precision tasks like peeling and intricate cuts, while the \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e150 mm size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is more popular for general home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel offers superior sharpness but rusts easily, while stainless steel resists rust but lacks the same edge performance.\u003cbr\u003eThe Special Carbon Steel Series is forged from a steel that blends carbon with small amounts of chromium and tungsten to bring out the strengths of both materials.\u003cbr\u003eAlthough it may develop some rust, it does not spread easily, making maintenance simple.\u003cbr\u003eRecommended for those who want a knife that combines excellent sharpness, durability, and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull-Steel Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis knife is made using the \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ezenkō method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, forged entirely from a single piece of steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eUnlike clad or Damascus methods that combine multiple layers, full-steel construction provides \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esuperior sharpness and edge performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eHowever, because the steel is harder and more brittle, it demands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eadvanced skill in heat treatment, straightening, and blade finishing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSince it’s made from a single solid sheet of metal, it may look simple at first glance — but behind its understated appearance lies \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eexceptional craftsmanship and professional-grade sharpness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it a knife for true connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Ichimonji\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSakai Ichimonji Mitsuhide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is one of Japan’s most respected and historical knife brands. Its knives are trusted by leading chefs in Japan and around the world, including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRené Redzepi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMassimo Bottura\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLocated in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSakai\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the heart of Japan’s knife-making culture, Ichimonji has always designed its knives in close collaboration with working chefs. Their blades are true professional tools, built to support precision and long-term use in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDespite its long history, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIchimonji has never distributed its knives overseas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is because the brand is deeply committed to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efull customer support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. They see each purchase not as a simple transaction but as the beginning of a long relationship with the user. Providing that level of care was difficult across borders, so for decades they focused entirely on their domestic customers in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThrough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003emutual trust and technical understanding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTohg Sharpening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, led by master sharpener \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eYuske\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, who trained and worked at Ichimonji in Japan, became the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003efirst authorized distributor and sharpening partner in Europe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eTohg Sharpening – Authorized Partner in Europe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTohg Sharpening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e was founded to bring authentic Japanese knife sharpening to those who seek true craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMany sharpening services in Europe advertise “Japanese sharpening,” but most are self-taught, relying on online videos or general techniques. Authentic Japanese sharpening requires \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyears of direct apprenticeship under a master\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Without understanding the geometry of Japanese knives, these services often make edges thicker, reduce cutting performance, or even damage the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt Tohg Sharpening, there are no compromises. Our work is not simply sharpening but a traditional process called \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etohging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a method that \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etransforms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach knife is thinned and hand-sharpened using at least \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eeight whetstones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, taking \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003earound one hour per blade\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, while most other services take only a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur process restores the true potential of high-quality knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYuske, the master sharpener, trained directly under Ichimonji’s master sharpener and worked for the brand in Japan. With that background and close communication with the company, we can offer full support and ensure every knife is treated with the same care and standards as in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Defines a Good Knife\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Japanese knife brands popular in Europe are mass-produced or design-oriented, focusing on appearance rather than performance.\u003cbr\u003eBrands such as Shun and Miyabi, and even some knives priced over €400, often simplify or omit key manufacturing steps. Their high price often reflects decorative handles or Damascus patterns, features that do not contribute to the knife’s actual cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial matters, but not as much as heat treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential factor in knife quality is not the material name but the heat treatment.\u003cbr\u003eEven high-end materials like VG10 can perform poorly if the heat treatment is inadequate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality knives vs poorly made knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-quality blade holds its edge well, allows fine sharpening, and maintains the right balance between hardness and ease of resharpening.\u003cbr\u003ePoorly made knives dull quickly, cannot be thinned properly, or have edges that crumble. These problems can occur with any steel type or price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, knives such as Nenox may cost over €600, yet Ichimonji’s professional lines, including VG10 Sword, Kirameki, G Line, and Special Carbon Steel Series, offer comparable or even better performance at significantly lower prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be difficult to judge a knife’s quality by appearance alone. That is why our goal is to provide authentic knives that combine true craftsmanship and fair pricing, supported by deep technical knowledge and years of experience under Japan’s top sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ichimonji Official Online Store in the Netherlands","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":56393490727286,"sku":null,"price":219.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"150mm","offer_id":56393490760054,"sku":null,"price":239.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/7593\/6374\/files\/2tkp_1024x1024_jpg.webp?v=1759683098","url":"https:\/\/ichimonji.eu\/products\/special-carbon-steel-gyuto-santoku","provider":"Ichimonji Official Online Store in the Netherlands","version":"1.0","type":"link"}