- 1 The Sakai Takayuki
- 2 Types of knife (Product)
- 3 Best 10 Sakai takayuki Knives
- 3.1 10.Sakai Takayuki Hammered Damascus Santoku Knife
- 3.2 9.Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi Mukimono Knife
- 3.3 8.Sakai Takayuki Bolster Japanese Chef Knife
- 3.4 7.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Nakiri Knife
- 3.5 6.Sakai Takayuki Santoku Hammered Knife
- 3.6 5.Sakai Takayuki Santoku Hammered Knife
- 3.7 4.Sakai Takayuki Gyutou Knife
- 3.8 3.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Petty Knife
- 3.9 2.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Gyuto Japanese Chef Knife
- 3.10 1.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Japanese Gyuto Chef’s Knife
- 4 Sakai Takayuki Knives Reviews
- 5 Summary
The Sakai Takayuki
The brand started the business as manufacturing of knife in over 600 years of Sakai Knives that have been inheriting the tradition of skills generation to generation. The business became a corporation.
Behind the Sakai Takayuki brand is the AOKI HAMONO SEISAKUSHO CO., LTD, located at 590-0941 Sakai, Osaka Sakai-ku, Zaimokuchonishi 1-chome, 2-28 No. It is near at Sakai Osaka line Myōkoku-ji station. Reach them via E-mail at info@aoki-hamono.co.jp or you may call them on their telephone number 072-229-3737. You may also visit them on their Instagram and Facebook accounts. This world-class pride is being used by different chefs around the globe. Pick up and experience the world-class masterpiece of the knife.
Types of knife (Product)
These knives are categorized into 8 groups, here is the list of the different knife from Japanese Knife, Western knife, confectionery knife, Chinese knife, and buckwheat knife.
Japanese Knife
The first one is a japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that inherits the tradition of Sakai Uchihamono for 600 years.
This has 37 different kinds of knives such as Ginmaki Mizu-honyaki, VG10 HONYAKI SHO-RY, Takayuki Sakai Honyaki Shinbuchi Hien / Kageuchi Genbu, Zangetsu, Takayuki Sakai Sakura Engraving, Aoni Steel Mizumoto Yaki, Honyaki, Chef Honyaki, Ginryu SW Steel Honyaki Sword-shaped Yanagi Blade, Shiden, White Tiger, Blue dragon, Hien, Genbu, Flame, Blue mirror, White mirror, Aoni Steel Black Tan Pattern, Aoni Steel, Whirlpool, Dragon sculpture, Special, Hon Kasumi Lab, Kasumiken buffalo pattern, Kasumi Lab, Improved Kasumi Lab, Ritsuken, Chef Japanese kitchen knife, Silver, INOX Nanairo, Inox, Inox PC pattern, Inox Sugihara model, Shikisai, Damascus Ginsan interrupt, Ginsan interrupt black tan pattern, and 45 Damascus interrupt.
Use for professionals and Households. The knife is processed by Honyaki to make its edges very hard and to retains its sharpness while the mirror blades are made of different kinds of steel such as Aoni, VG10, Yanagi, Yasugi, Sweedish, Yasuki, Special, Damascus and Molybdenum special steels. Some of them are designed with a beautiful engraving of Sakura flowers, Crescent moon and Dragon.
Western
Western is a Japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that is usually used for serving food.
This has 22 different kinds of knives such as Grand Chef SP TypeⅡ, Grand Chef SP Type I, Grand chef SP, Grand Chef, Grand chef Japanese style, Grand Chef Hien, Grand chef cutting willow blade, INOX, Inox antibacterial color, Inox Japanese style, TUS, Inox Pro, S/S Color, Damascus 33 layers, Damascus 33 layers Sugihara model, Damascus 45 layers deer pattern, Aoni Steel, Nippon Steel (with brim), Nippon Steel (without brim), Household kitchen knife, Carving knife/fork, and Children’s kitchen knife.
The blade is also made of different steel and the special part of these knives is the children’s kitchen knife that your children can use in food education. The handles are made of POM Resin, Plywood, Stainless steel and there is also POM resin with an anti-bacterial agent to prevent the growth of bacteria.
Chinese Style Knives
Chinese Style Knives is a Japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that is usually used for serving food and was made to satisfy Chinese chefs. This has 13 different kinds of knife such as
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.1
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.2
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.5
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.7
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.8
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.9
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.19
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.20
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.21
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife No.28
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese knife INOX with brim
- Takayuki Sakai Chinese Knife Clever Knife
The blade is made of SK steel and stainless steel that is rust-resistant. The handles are available in Reinforced wood round handle, Reinforced wood split handle, Reinforced wood, and POM resin.
Patissier Style
Patissier Style is a Japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that is usually used by pastry chefs. This has 14 different kinds of knives such as Castella knife, Nagasaki Castella Knife, Yokan knife, Gold yokan knife, Rice cracker cutting knife, Candy knives, One-handed rice cake cutting knife, Two-handed rice cake cutting knife, Okoshi Knife, Monaka seed knife, Bread cutter/wave knife, Confectionery accessories, Palette knife, and Teppanyaki and okonomiyaki supplies. The blade is made of SK steel and stainless steel that is rust-resistant. The handles are made of plywood, artificial marble, stainless steel, park, and resin.
Soba-kiri
Soba-kiri is a Japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that is usually used as cutting knives for soba. This has 19 different kinds of knife such as Temari type Aoni Steel, Temari type molybdenum steel, Uzushio Aoni Steel Black Tan Pattern, Mirror finish drop handle, Aoni Steel Polished Drop Handle, White two steel polished drop handle, White two steel black finish black tan pattern, White two steel black finish, White two steel polish, Aoni Steel Black Finish Black Tan Pattern, White two steel polished black tan pattern, Ginsan steel polished black tan pattern, Special Steel V Gold No. 1, Inox Soba Slicing, With SK steel string, Double-strike steel round handle (single-edged), All steel round handle double-edged, Soba cutting bag, and Scabbard for cutting soba. This cutting knife blade edge is one of the genuine sharp it is made by applying the tradition of Sakai knife through the years.
Speciality Knife
Speciality Knife is a Japanese Kitchen Knife series of Takayuki Sakai that is usually used for cutlery. This series is a variety of different knives for every need and situation. This has 18 different kinds of knife such as Flat blade tofu knife, Wave blade tofu cutting, Tataki Deba Single-edged (black), Tataki Deba Double-edged (black), Hawfinch knife, Ara kitchen knife (for tataki), Kitchen knife, Cooking knife, Watermelon knife, Pumpkin knife, Stainless steel vegetable knife, Universal INOX PC handle, freezing knife, Tuna knife, Tuna bone-cutting saw, Hand key, Conger scissors, and Hand saw. This knife blade is purposely made for different kinds of usage like cutting tofu, to fillet a fish, a tuna knife, to cut hard and thick bones of tuna and more.
Best 10 Sakai takayuki Knives
Here are the top ten recommended products of Sakai Takayuki Japanese knives based on Amazon reviews.
10.Sakai Takayuki Hammered Damascus Santoku Knife
This Santoku knife is a traditional all-purpose knife for everyday use. The Damascus knife has 45 layers hammered to perfection using the ancient techniques of Japanese sword forging. The blade is made of stainless steel, which means that the blade is rust-resistant. The blade is beautiful to look at with a width of 180mm and the total length of the knife is 7.1 inches long. The handle is made of magnolia Italian wood and bolster resin.
9.Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi Mukimono Knife
This knife is made of Yasuki Shirogami Steel that is commonly known as alloy steel. This knife is perfect for preparing and making sushi and other professional level meals. The blade is about 180mm wide and the length of the knife is 7.1 inches long. The feel of the knife in hand is very comfortable, which makes cooking fun and easy.
8.Sakai Takayuki Bolster Japanese Chef Knife
This is a beautiful Japanese knife with a black blade. The signature color of the blade is made of hi-carbon steel. The handle is cushioned for maximum comfort. This Sujibiki knife is 240mm wide and 9.4 inches long, making it a professional grade knife. Although this knife is long in length, it weighs less than a pound to ensure maximum comfort when in use.
7.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Nakiri Knife
This beautiful Japanese nakiri knife is perfect for chopping and slicing vegetables. The blade is a hammered Damascus textured with a 33 layers. This knife is made using ancient Japanese techniques of forging swords. The handle is made from brown plywood and the width of the blade is 160mm. The beautiful texture of the blade is a must addition to any kitchen.
6.Sakai Takayuki Santoku Hammered Knife
The unique feature of this knife is that although it is a santoku knife, the blade is Damascus hammered. There are 17 layers forged together making it perfect for everyday use. The knife is 305mm long with a blade width of 45mm. Even though the knife looks heavy, it only weighs 175g. The steel is note-worthy due to the fact that it is resistant to corrosion. The handle is made of brown plywood, which adds comfort and beauty to the knife.
5.Sakai Takayuki Santoku Hammered Knife
This Santoku hammered knife is a 33 layered Damascus knife perfect for everyday use. This all-purpose knife is ideal for chopping and slicing vegetables and fruits. The steel is stainless and resistant to corrosion. The handle is made of brown plywood and weighs only 183g. The blade is 180mm wide and the length of the knife is 303mm.
4.Sakai Takayuki Gyutou Knife
A Japanese Gyutou knife is a great addition to any kitchen. Whether there is a professional chef or someone aspiring to become one, this is a must. This Sakai Takayuki Gyutou knife is a well-balanced knife that weighs low. The blade is sharp, which makes cooking prep easy and quick. The blade is made of Damascus steel that is forged with 45 layers to create a fine finish. The wooden handle is made of mango magnolia that is not only beautiful to look at but also quite comfortable to hold.
3.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Petty Knife
This Petty knife by Sakai Takayuki is a multi-purpose knife that makes cooking easy and a breeze. The high-grade blade made of alloy steel is hammered to perfection using ancient Japanese techniques of knife forging. The 45 layer Damascus blade is sharp and the weight of the knife balances its use well. The handle is made of mango magnolia wood that looks beautiful and is durable.
2.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Gyuto Japanese Chef Knife
This beautiful Japanese knife is a Gyuto knife, which means that it can be used for all kinds of work in the kitchen. The knife weighs 168g and the blade is 180mm wide. However, the total length of the knife is 42mm. The core of the knife is VG10 steel with 33 layers of corrosion free blade hammered to create this Damascus masterpiece.
1.Sakai Takayuki Damascus Japanese Gyuto Chef’s Knife
This stainless steel blade knife from Sakai Takayuki is the most recommended chef’s knife out there. The 33 layer Damascus steel is hammered to create the beautiful texture and the brown wooden handle adds beauty to the overall look. The sharpness of the blade is unique and long lasting and the knife itself will last you a lifetime.
Sakai Takayuki Knives Reviews
Here are some reviews of Sakai takayuki knives.
A real user based in California, USA says that this knife has new levels of sharpness that has never been seen before. The hammered blade glides through the food effortlessly and makes cooking very easy. Using this knife has allowed her to create amazing Japanese cuisine with little effort. She praises the edge and the sharpness of the blade and suggests that if used with proper care, the edge stays the same for much longer.
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— Hocho-Knife (@hochoknife) January 7, 2021
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— YanagiKnife (@yanagiknife) October 4, 2017
Summary
Japanese knife has played a big part in the nation’s history, their pride and become a status symbol. Began from the stone age, the Nara period, the Edo period, the Age of Samurai and until the Meiji era began, western commerce affects the Japanese culture. In this Era, a combination of Western knives and traditional Japanese knives started to be sold in the market. Japanese keep their pride by producing kitchen knives that are known as high quality and the Japanese skills in using their knife are also recognized worldwide. Takayuki Sakai as one of the known manufacturers of knives also sells different grindstone, and other accessories for cutlery like scissors, knife case, scale remover, and more.
