{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-hap40-stainless-clad-gyuto-210mm","title":"Touroku Sakai HAP40 Stainless Clad Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Touroku Sakai HAP40 Gyuto combines traditional Sakai craftsmanship with one of the highest performing modern blade steels used in Japanese kitchen knives today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted in Sakai, Japan, this series features a core of HAP40 semi-stainless powdered metallurgy steel clad in stainless steel for improved corrosion resistance and easier day-to-day maintenance. HAP40 is widely respected for exceptional wear resistance and edge retention, allowing the knife to maintain a sharp working edge significantly longer than most traditional knife steels while still delivering a highly refined cutting feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gyuto is the Japanese equivalent of a chef’s knife, designed to handle a wide range of kitchen tasks including vegetables, proteins, herbs, and larger prep work. Its profile supports push cutting, slicing, and controlled rocking motions while maintaining a highly versatile feel across different cutting techniques and ingredients. It is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent balance of agility and versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade geometry feels thin and efficient through product while maintaining enough stability and structure for confident everyday use. Combined with HAP40’s long-lasting edge retention, the knife performs exceptionally well during extended prep sessions with reduced need for frequent sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wa-style mono oak octagonal handle keeps the knife lightweight and balanced in hand while contributing to a more nimble, responsive cutting feel. Its understated design pairs well with the highly performance-focused nature of the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cooks who prioritize edge retention, refined cutting performance, and long-term daily usability, the Touroku Sakai HAP40 Gyuto stands out as a serious high-performance workhorse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eNote: This Knife has an exposed core of HAP40 semi-stainless steel, which is not stainless. Please follow care instructions for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/elementknife.com\/pages\/knife-care\" title=\"Carbon Steel here\"\u003eCarbon Steel here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Touroku Sakai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51724954304829,"sku":"TOUCUTHAP40GYU210","price":319.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1972\/2573\/files\/touroku-sakai-hap40-stainless-clad-gyuto-210mm-touroku-sakai-2953051.jpg?v=1781147654","url":"https:\/\/elementknife.com\/products\/touroku-sakai-hap40-stainless-clad-gyuto-210mm","provider":"Element Knife Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}