Touroku Sakai

Tanaka Kurouchi 210mm Gyuto

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This 210mm Gyuto is hand forged in Sakai City by dentō kōgeishi master smith Yoshikazu Tanaka, one of the most respected craftsmen working under the Touroku Sakai guild. Tanaka-san is widely regarded for his ability to balance toughness, ease of sharpening, and exceptional edge life — qualities that define this blade.

Forged using Sanmai construction, the White #2 carbon steel core is clad in soft iron and heat treated with pine charcoal during quenching, allowing for a slower, more controlled transformation of the steel. Hardened to approximately 62 HRC, the blade takes on a keen, aggressive edge while remaining approachable on the stones.

The kurouchi finish is left intentionally raw, with visible scratches and forge marks that reflect Tanaka-san’s deliberate, low-volume working pace. Paired with an octagonal smoked oak (Enkoku) handle, this Gyuto delivers precise balance, powerful cutting feel, and an honest expression of traditional Sakai craftsmanship.

Brand Touroku Sakai
Title Tanaka Kurouchi 210mm Gyuto
Knife Type Gyuto
Bevel Double-Bevel
Grind Half-Flat
Edge 15° Symmetrical
Forging Construction Sanmai Hammer Forged
Rockwell Hardness Scale 62
Blade Material White # 2
Blade Finish Kurouchi 黒打ち
Blade Length 210mm
Blade Height 48mm
Blade Thickness 4mm
Handle Type Hachikaku Japanese Octagon Hidden Tang
Handle Material Smoked Mono Oak, Enkoku, 煙黒
Handle Length 135mm
Total Length 350mm
Weight 6.93 oz