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Blade Length
5"
Steel Type
AUS stainless steelCompare →
Handle
Hardwood
Knife Type
SantokuCompare →
Best For
Cutting, dicing, slicing, chopping
Precision.
Balance.
Craft.
Ishikari 5" Stainless Steel Santoku Knife フルーツナイフ
The Ishikari 石狩川 Series Knives by Shimeru feature an attractive hardwood handle in an easy-to-hold octagonal profile.
The Ishikari Collection showcases premium, individually forged kitchen knives made of high-grade AUS stainless steel with an HRC rating of 62 for exceptional hardness and performance.
Crafted for long-lasting sharpness and durability, the blade is built to withstand daily use so that you will never need another set of knives again. Honed to a 15° edge, it offers superior cutting precision compared to the typical 20–25° edge found in most Western knives. You will feel the difference from the very first cut.
The handle is made from top-quality hardwood and is waterproof, antibacterial, heat-resistant and non-slip. It provides a firm yet comfortable grip, making cutting, dicing, slicing and chopping as effortless as possible.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Our knives are guaranteed to be the sharpest you’ve ever owned. No exceptions, no compromises. Just razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15° (compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives), our blades allow for smoother, faster cuts, enhancing your cooking efficiency by 2 to 3 times.
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Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher, the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2, Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink, even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3, Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer, it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it, no special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use. With these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Bought the Ishikari collection after seeing a mate use one from the set. Honestly the whole thing covers pretty much every job in the kitchen. I use the 5 inch santoku the most for onions and garlic, it just glides through. The blades hold their edge well too, been using them daily for a month and still sharp as anything. Delivery was next day which was a bonus.
Got this set for my husbands birthday after he kept moaning about our old blunt knives. He proper loves it, uses the santoku for everything veg related and the smaller one for fruit and fiddly bits. They arrived in a really nice box, well packaged, and the edges are ridiculously sharp out of it. Handle is the octagonal wood style which felt a bit different at first but he says its really comfortable now. Massive upgrade from the Tesco set we had.
Got this set as a birthday gift for my husband. He's been using the 5 inch santoku pretty much every day for veg prep, loves the flat profile for chopping. The other knives in the set are decent too, the little paring knife is handy for fruit. Took him a bit to get used to the octagonal handle shape but now he says it feels really secure. Only wish is it came with a larger chef's knife for bigger jobs but overall really good set for the price.
Bought these after reading the specs, AUS steel and 62 HRC sounded proper. In reality they're fine but not much better than my old Kai set if I'm honest. The 5 inch santoku is ok for veg but I find myself reaching for the bigger knife most of the time and it's not in the set. Edge was sharp out the box and holds up okay but for £65 I was expecting something a bit more special. Handle feels a bit lightweight too. Decent set but I wouldn't rush to buy again.
Bought this set as a birthday present for my wife. She absolutely loves them. The santoku is her favourite, she uses it for everything from chopping veg to slicing meat. The blades are stupid sharp out the box and holding an edge really well. Nice wooden handles, feel lovely in the hand. Would definitely get a set for myself now.
Got this set for myself after years of using cheap supermarket knives. The difference is mental. The santoku is my go-to for just about everything now - onions, peppers, you name it. It glides through veg like nowt. The octagonal handle felt a bit odd for the first day but now I love it, gives you a proper grip even with wet hands. Also been using the smaller knife for fruit and the bigger one for carving. Edge is still razor sharp after 3 weeks of daily use. Came well packaged too, proper presentation box. My only gripe is I wish I'd bought these years ago.
Was a bit sceptical spending this much but blimey these are good. The 5 inch santoku has become my go to for just about everything, really nice flat profile for chopping. Used the bigger one for a roast chicken the other day and it was brilliant. The edge is miles better than my old Tesco knives and the hardwood handles give it a proper quality feel. Came in a posh presentation box as well which was a nice touch.
Got the set for me birthday off the missus and honestly theyre proper sharp. Used the santoku for a load of veg prep yesterday and it just glided through everything. The octagonal handle feels dead comfortable in the hand too, better than the round ones I had before. Whole set looks lovely on the magnetic rack.
Got this Ishikari set for my birthday last month and overall really pleased. The santokus my go-to now - proper sharp out the box, slices through onions like butter. The petty knife gets loads of use too for smaller jobs. Handles are this octagonal shape which looks nice but took me a week to get used to, especially with a pinch grip. Now Ive gotten used to it theyre dead comfy but just something to be aware of if you're switching from western handles. Good value for the price, think I paid about 65 quid.
Bought these as a housewarming gift for my sister and shes been using them non-stop. The 5 inch santoku is apparently brilliant for veg prep, which is what she does most. Only thing is I wish the set came with a slightly bigger chefs knife for butternut squash and that sort of thing, had to keep her old one for that. Still, for the money its a solid collection and looks the part on her magnetic rack. Came nicely boxed too so no complaints there.
