TOJIRO JAPAN Professional Chef Knife - 8.2" (21cm) - Hand Made, Flagship Model, VG10 - Easy Maintenance - Life Warranty

My husband, who is an avid sushi maker, made me purchase a Japanese knife, this Tojiro was ranked & reviewed the highest. We have both been blown away by its performance. The knife is incredibly sharp and precise, making it easy to slice through even the thinnest pieces of fish or vegetables. The blade is made of high-quality steel, and it feels very durable and well-made in our hands. The ergonomic handle is also a nice touch, as it's comfortable to grip and provides a secure hold on the knife while in use. What really sets this knife apart from others we've used in the past is its ability to maintain its sharpness over time. We've owned other knives that dull quickly, which can be frustrating when trying to create precise cuts. However, this Japanese knife has held its edge remarkably well, even with regular use. While the knife is definitely an investment, we both feel that it's worth the money for its quality and effectiveness. Overall, we highly recommend TOJIRO Japanese knife to anyone looking for a high-quality, precise knife for their cooking needs, particularly if you're interested in making sushi or other delicate dishes. It's definitely worth the investment, and we're confident that it will last us for years to come.

I have a nice set of knives in a block, most are German and perform well. I had been watching this knife and picked it up when it went below $50. A steal in my opinion. It's the first Japanese knife I have owned. I have some expensive, nice and well made German knives. They are sharp, but the Tojiro 8.2" is on a whole other world of sharp. It cuts so well, it's like whatever I am cutting is moving out of the way of the blade, like Moses parting the Red Sea. Kidding aside, all the reviews that say how sharp this knife is - aren't wrong. I think I could perform surgery with it. Only one nitpick and that is the edge of the blade nearest the handle is squared off and if you aren't careful holding the knife, you can nick yourself easily. The only good news on that is the blade is so sharp, you won't feel it at first. I'm not a professional chef by any measure, but I know my way around the kitchen. I don't let certain people use this knife as they don't know how to properly hold a knife. That lack of knowledge and the sharp corner has resulted in 2 people getting little nicks. Don't let that dissuade you, as I find holding the knife correctly doesn't result in small cuts for me. The weight is nice as is the balance. It doesn't look like anything special. It's slightly lighter than similar knife and I find it comfortable to hold. I've used it for 8 months and so far, no need to sharpen it. I'm glad I bought it and it's a welcome addition to the kitchen.

Just got it today quality seems good. I am a sushi chef. I wanted something smaller, and bought this knife to replace my mercer’s 10in chef knife that I use for pretty much everything and cut lots of rolls. Doesn’t feel too heavy and is comfortable in my hand. Passed paper test sharpness. I will see how it holds up and update the review in the future.

I am a simple home cook who takes pride the food I prepare. Because of this, my opinion shouldn't be held to the same caliber as some of those who are chefs. This knife is simply amazing. I managed to get it for under $60 (it seems prices change often on Amazon). At that price it is beyond amazing. This thing is so sharp out of the box that you need to be extremely careful. This knife can help you hone your knife skills and also slice your finger nail off with precision. This is a great knife for any home cook who wants a quality, simple, and reasonable priced chef's knife that is sharp and will stay sharp for a while. Can I find fault with it? Sure, but in this price range it would be difficult and I would consider myself to be unreasonable. Now, who isn't this knife for? If you aren't going to treat it with respect, then it isn't for you. If you put it in the dishwasher or let it bang around in the sink with other dirty dishes and utensils, it isn't for you (and you will end up in the emergency room getting stitches after blindly reaching into water with this knife - it is designed to cut and it will cut). If you aren't going to use the knife on a proper cutting surface, this knife isn't for you. While the knife is supposedly made from stainless, it does scratch & stain rather easily. Because of this, if you are looking for a showpiece, look elsewhere. If you don't fit in any of these categories and want a really good knife at a great price, this knife is for you.

I tojiro sono degli ottimi coltelli, affilati e non troppo costosi. Unica cosa, la spedizione è stata molto lenta.

Simplement excellent : - pris en main impeccable - lame extrêmement occupante - bon rapport qualité prix - usure correct - pas très lourd - design élégant ( je suis chef cuisinier, produit validé pas l'équipe) On noteras quand même l'attente de 45 jours pour le recevoir, mais bon ( produit venus du Japon ).. donc l"attente est long mais très vite compensé par la satisfaction d'avoir un couteau génial en main.

Das Messer ist aus rotfreiem Stahl (zumindest die äußeren Schichten) und es benötigt nicht so viel Pflege wie rostende. Die gelieferte Klinge hat eine mehr als brauchbare Schärfe und es ist gut verarbeitet. Am Anfang der Kline, beim Griff unten, wurde es nicht ganz sauber poliert und eine Stelle ist ganz wenig rau geblieben. Das kann man aber leicht selber ausbessern. Vor der Bestellung habe ich befürchtet, dass es B-Ware ist, da der Preis so niedrig ist...ist es aber auf keinen Fall. Ich weis nicht aus welchem Material der Griff ist, aber man sieht keine Holzstruktur. Die Lieferung war blitzschnell, wenn man bedenkt, dass die Lieferung aus Japan erfolgte, nur 10 Tage obwohl 2-3 Wochen angegeben war. Ich habe es noch nicht intensiv verwendet, lediglich den Papiertest gemacht. Mann macht aber nichts falsch bei dem Messer, vor allem ist der Preis (59€) unschlagbar für Europa, da es sonnst wo für ca. 100€ verkauft wird exkl. Versandkosten. Das Messer wird in allen Messerforen als sehr gutes Einsteigermesser bezeichnet und für Hobbyköche ist es echt TOP! Ah ja, die Versandkosten waren inklusive und es wurde keine Einfuhrumsatzsteuer (Wien) verrechnet...passiert irgendwie nie bei Messern aus Japan:)

To be clear this is a Tojiro DP Gyuto. When it arrives in its nice little gold box it says Tojiro DP, it also has it wrote on the blade, so not sure why it is not being sold as such. Now to the knife itself. As this is classed as an entry level to Japanese knifes I wasn't expecting too much. It comes in a little gold box with a thin plastic sheath, which to be honest isn't the best protection but better than nothing at all. First impression was good, the fit and finish looked ok with no obvious marks or imperfections. I was slightly surprised at how thin the blade was and how light it was, being used to heavy western style knifes. It is not a Damascus blade so it wont win any beauty contests, but looking closely at the cutting edge I was surprised to see how polished and shiny it was. As it is a Tojiro it is made from VG10 steel clad in stainless steel for protection. Having only used western knifes like Wusthof I was expecting it to be of similar sharpness, boy was I wrong. Straight out of the box it was way sharper than my Wusthof. The first time I used it I couldn't believe how easily it cuts or how little pressure was needed, now I know how the chefs on tv cut so fast and so thin. It has a European handle and so it felt comfortable in my hand straight away. I now have a second Tojiro DP (150mm petty) and these 2 knifes are my go to knifes for 95% of the time. A slight word of caution, looking on line it appears that VG10 steel can be a bit brittle and needs a bit more care than a standard kitchen knife, such as NO dishwasher, don't drop or throw the knife into a sink and clean by hand as soon as you have finished using it. Overall for the price (cheaper than a Wusthof) I would highly recommend this knife to anyone looking to make a foray into the world of Japanese knives or is looking to buy a good, sharp, sensibly priced knife.

A wonderful knife. Over priced but there is little you can do due to import, customs, sellers profit margins. It is a razor sharp knife. You should have atleast 6000 grit stone to maintain the factory sharpness level. Kingkw 65 or king kds are good choices.