{"product_id":"the-virelle-santoku","title":"The Virelle Santoku","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--26207079596404__main\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-section-id=\"template--26207079596404__main\" data-section-type=\"product-template\" id=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__wrapper product__wrapper--two-column pxu-lia-section--play\"\u003e\u003cform method=\"post\" action=\"https:\/\/virelle.com.au\/cart\/add\" id=\"product_form_14826086170996\" class=\"product-details\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" data-product-form=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__description\" data-rich-text-area=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-rounder that belongs in every kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantoku means \u003cstrong\u003e“three virtues”\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese, referring to this blade’s mastery of slicing, dicing, and chopping. It’s designed to excel at all three, making it the go-to knife for everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from premium Japanese high-carbon steel, the blade sharpens to a fine edge and retains its sharpness longer than typical stainless steel knives. Over time, it develops a natural patina, a unique mark of use and character. Its smooth finish and balanced feel help reduce sticking and make prep effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in small batches with care, the Santoku is durable, sharp, and comfortable—ready to elevate every meal you create.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColour inspired by the ocean, blues and soft movement of sea anemones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirelle Santoku Knife – Blade Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith: \u003c\/strong\u003eYoshida Hamono\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteel\u003c\/strong\u003e: Japanese high-carbon steel\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~63–64 HRC (Rockwell scale)\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Double bevel (suitable for both left- and right-handed use)\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Forged kuro-uchi style with a smooth, polished cutting edge\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Retention\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent, holds a sharp edge longer than standard stainless blades\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening\u003c\/strong\u003e: Easy to maintain with a whetstone or ceramic honing rod\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeometry\u003c\/strong\u003e: Broad blade with a gentle curve, ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evenly weighted, comfortable in hand, steady through every cut\u003cbr class=\"soft-break\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e: All-purpose prep, from vegetables to meat to herbs, it's the knife you'll reach for most\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlade 170mm. Total length is 310mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Virelle","offers":[{"title":"Lichen","offer_id":51967009259822,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Anemone","offer_id":51967009292590,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Magpie","offer_id":51967009325358,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/0402\/8462\/files\/Image82_e3076638-afb8-4c1d-9181-70ac6a498e0e.jpg?v=1776389337","url":"https:\/\/velaliving.com.au\/products\/the-virelle-santoku","provider":"Véla Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}