"Hocho" which means kitchen knife in Japan, is derived from the name of an ancient master chef whose cutting skills were extraordinary. Japanese knives, created by blade and handle craftsmen, are a traditional art that boasts excellent sharpness and ease of use. Zanba designs the harmony of craftsmen and deepens the new formative beauty.

Specifications:
Knife Type: Santoku
Steel Type: White Steel No.2 (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone)
Blade Hardness: HRC 60-61
Blade Type: Double beveled blade
Blade Length: 180mm (7.1")
Blade Height: 52mm (2")
Blade Thickness: 3.5mm (0.1")
Handle Material: Olive Tree and Black Resin
Handle Length: 130mm (5.1")
Weight: 186g (6.6 ounces)

Use and Care
- Do not attempt to cut, hit or chop frozen products or bones. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use a sharpening stone to maintain the sharpness of the blade.
- Do not use a dishwasher to clean your knife.