Miyabi 1019935 Kaizen 5.5-Inch Granton Hollow Edge Santoku Knife

The Miyabi Kaizen 1019935 is a 5.5-inch santoku knife handcrafted in Seki, Japan, embodying the Japanese concept of Kaizen, meaning change for the better. At its core is VG10 super steel enveloped in a stunning 65-layer flower Damascus pattern, ice-hardened through the proprietary CRYODUR process to 60 Rockwell for exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance. Each blade is individually hand-honed by artisans using the three-step Honbazuke method, set at the traditional Japanese angle of 9.5 to 12 degrees, delivering surgical slicing precision on fish, meat, and vegetables. The granton hollow edge minimizes food adhesion during repetitive cuts, while the D-shaped black linen Micarta handle offers a balanced, moisture-resistant grip suited for extended professional use.