Japanese Santoku Knives
An all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife used in kitchens worldwide for preparing meat, fish and vegetables. The name santoku, meaning 'three virtues', reflects its ability to slice, dice and mince with exceptional efficiency. Similar to a chef's knife in use, but Japanese santoku knives feature a shorter, more compact design with a straighter edge.
Discover the versatility and precision of GLOBAL santoku knives which are expertly crafted in Japan. From the best-selling fluted 18cm G-80 to the smaller 11cm GS-57 as well as the santoku knives available in GLOBAL UKON, GLOBAL SAI and GLOBAL NI, you'll find the right size and style for the way you cook.
An all-purpose knife for chopping vegetables, fruit and boneless meat and fish making it the perfect knife for sushi preparation.
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The Global SAI Santoku knife is a really big powerful knife suited for the 3 ways of Sanoku, slicing, dicing and mincing. The SAI-03 is one of the heavist Santoku knives in the Global range. It is really good for chopping vegetables as it has quite a flat profile, but can be used as well for slicing meat. As the knife is so heavy it is a lot stronger than standard Global knives and will take a lot of punishment. A smaller version of the Santoku knife is available as the SAI-M03, at 13.5cm is brilliant for smaller veg.
The Global SAI Santoku knife is a really big powerful knife suited for the 3 ways of Sanoku, slicing, dicing and mincing. The SAI-03 is one of the heavist Santoku knives in the Global range. It is really good for chopping vegetables as it has quite a flat profile, but can be used as well for slicing meat. As the knife is so heavy it is a lot stronger than standard Global knives and will take a lot of punishment. A smaller version of the Santoku knife is available as the SAI-M03, at 13.5cm is brilliant for smaller veg.
The GNM-05 is a small sized santoku knife, good for slicing, dicing and chopping. It has a medium sized 13cm blade for light or precise kitchen work. This knife is a good all round knife and can be used for most kitchen tasks.
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Santoku Knives
A santoku knife is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for precision slicing dicing and mincing in everyday food tasks. The word santoku translates to ‘three virtues’ or ‘three uses’ referring to its ability to handle meat, fish and vegetables with ease. The flatter blade allows for efficient push-cutting and straight downward chopping. The flat edge creates full contact with the chopping board, making cuts cleaner and faster.
While both the santoku knife and chef’s knife are versatile kitchen knives, they differ in shape and cutting style. A chef’s knife has a longer, more curved blade ideal for rocking motions and tends to be slightly heavier making it better suited to more heavy-duty prep work. Whereas, a santoku knife is lighter and features a smaller blade with a flat edge and sheepsfoot tip perfect for push cutting. Known for its shorter blade and lightweight feel, the santoku knife has become one of the most popular kitchen knives in homes and professional kitchens around the world.
GLOBAL offers santoku knives with blade lengths between 11 and 19cm. We recommended the smaller santokus such as the 11cm GS-57 for precise prep work and smaller hands and kitchens. The mid-range santokus such as the best-selling fluted 18cm G-80 are well suited to everyday cooking tasks and all-purpose use. GLOBAL’s large santokus, like the 19cm SAI-03 are perfect for more advanced prep work and effortlessly cutting larger ingredients.
Yes. Santoku knives are widely considered one of the best kitchen knives for beginners. Their lighter weight and shorter blade make them easier to control and less intimidating than larger chef’s knives.