{"product_id":"hitohira-imojiya-th-v-toku-2-santoku-ebene","title":"Hitohira Imojiya TH V-Toku 2 Santoku Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esantoku\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose name translates as \"three virtues\" (vegetables, meat, fish), is a versatile knife with a tall profile and rounded tip. Its compact format suits push-cut work on the board, with good knuckle clearance throughout the stroke. Forged in \u003cstrong\u003eV-Toku2\u003c\/strong\u003e, an alloy steel produced by Takefu Special Steel, this santoku combines a carbon content of approximately 1.05% with tungsten and vanadium additions that contribute to carbide formation and hardenability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eV-Toku2 is a reactive steel: the exposed edge can develop a patina on contact with acidic ingredients or moisture. This patina is normal and expected. The steel responds well to sharpening on water stones and holds a fine, lasting edge. Wiping the blade between tasks and drying it immediately after use slows oxidation and stabilizes the patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe and dry the blade after each use. Never soak or wash in a dishwasher. A light coat of camellia oil on the blade protects the steel during extended storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48034664710318,"sku":"AAA-266Z41-04-CA","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/hitohira-imojiya-th-v-toku-2-santoku-ebene-1_2a2c89db-5347-49e0-ba1e-9d626f3e64f0.jpg?v=1782853457","url":"https:\/\/staysharpmtl.com\/en\/products\/hitohira-imojiya-th-v-toku-2-santoku-ebene","provider":"Stay Sharp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}