What is ZAKU?

ZAKU knives are versatile, high-quality Japanese knives crafted for everyday use. Each knife is 100% made and manufactured in Japan, with a strong focus on traditional knife-making regions such as Sakai, Osaka, a renowned cutlery center with over 700 years of heritage. Japanese knives are celebrated for their exceptional sharpness, durability, and long-lasting edge retention. ZAKU carries this tradition forward, combining time-honored craftsmanship with modern design to deliver knives that offer outstanding cutting performance and easy maintenance.  

ZAKU Kagekiyo Petty Knife:
The ZAKU Kagekiyo Petty Knife is a compact, easy-to-handle kitchen tool designed for precise, everyday tasks such as cutting fruits, trimming vegetables, and preparing small ingredients.

This knife features a high-performance Chromax Steel core that offers an ideal balance of sharpness and rust resistance. Over time, the blade develops a natural coloration, adding character and a unique appearance that reflects its use.

The blade is finished with a traditional Hamaguri, or “clam-shaped,” edge, named for its gently curved profile that reduces friction and resistance during cutting. This shape allows for smoother slicing and makes sharpening easier and more precise.

Combining functional design with traditional craftsmanship, the ZAKU Kagekiyo Petty Knife is a practical and elegant choice for daily kitchen tasks.

Specifications:

• Type: Petty

• Blade material: Chromax steel

• Blade hardness: 58-61

• Edging: Double-edged

• Blade length: 150 mm

• Handle material: Walnut

• Handle length:115 mm

• Weight: 60.5 g

• Made in: Sakai, Osaka

 

Blade Features:

• Steel: Crafted from Chromax steel, a high-performance alloy known for its exceptional balance of edge retention, durability, and corrosion resistance. This steel ensures long-lasting sharpness and dependable performance, making it ideal for both professional and home kitchens.

Handle Features: 

• Material: Walnut wood

• Crafted in Japan, the handle is made from walnut wood and features a black reinforced ferrule for added durability. The ferrule, made of bonded plywood, enhances structural strength while maintaining a seamless aesthetic. Walnut is naturally water-resistant and less susceptible to surface wear such as pilling, making it an ideal material for long-term use. The handle is shaped into a comfortable octagonal design that offers a secure and ergonomic grip, suitable for extended periods of use.

Note:

• Wood color may vary from images shown due to the natural characteristics of the wood.

• Due to the manufacturing process, slight variations in the blade pattern and finish may occur.