MITSUMOTO SAKARI MS-050-FR/IT Gyuto Knife, 20 cm AUS-10 Damascus Steel

With a 20 cm blade and a curved edge, the MITSUMOTO SAKARI Gyuto is made for the varied cutting jobs that come up in everyday cooking. Its AUS-10 steel core and 67-layer Damascus construction bring together a traditional hand-forged look and a blade suited to slicing, chopping and dicing.

The full-tang design meets a Pakkawood handle, shaped to provide a comfortable grip and steady handling as you work through ingredients. The curve also lends itself to a rocking motion across the chopping board.

Use it for vegetables, fruit, boneless meat and fish, from preparing ingredients for dinner to cutting cooked proteins into thin slices. It is a versatile chef’s knife for a kitchen where one all-purpose blade is more useful than reaching for a separate knife for each task.

Spec sheet

• Type: Gyuto chef’s knife
• Blade length: 20 cm
• Blade material: AUS-10 steel core with 67-layer Damascus construction
• Edge: Curved
• Construction: Hand-forged, full tang
• Handle: Pakkawood
• Item length: 32.5 cm
• Item weight: 750 grams
• Care: Hand wash and dry, not dishwasher safe
• What’s included: Gyuto knife, knife oil, cleaning cloth and instruction manual

Everyday compatibility

The broad range of everyday cutting tasks makes this Gyuto a practical choice for preparing vegetables, fruit, boneless proteins and fish. For example, its curved edge supports a rocking action when chopping vegetables, while the blade can also be used to slice cooked meat or fish into thinner portions. That versatility suits cooks who prefer one substantial chef’s knife for routine prep rather than relying mainly on smaller, task-specific knives.

To care for the blade, rinse it after use, dry it thoroughly and store it in a dry, ventilated place. The supplied knife oil can be used as part of blade care. Keep the edge away from bones and other hard foods, and avoid striking the blade against hard surfaces. These straightforward habits help keep the knife ready for regular kitchen use.

Who it’s for

This knife will suit home cooks and chefs looking for a Japanese-style Gyuto with a 20 cm blade for varied kitchen preparation. The AUS-10 core, Damascus finish and hand-forged construction will appeal to those who value the look and feel of a crafted blade as well as its everyday role. Its Pakkawood handle and full-tang construction give it a substantial, considered feel in the hand, while the curved edge supports both rocking cuts and more direct slicing.

It also makes sense if you want a functional kitchen knife presented in a sandalwood box. The included oil, cleaning cloth and instruction manual provide useful care accessories alongside the knife, making the set suitable for someone building a regular knife-care routine as well as someone choosing a distinctive piece for their kitchen.

Should you buy it?

Choose the MITSUMOTO SAKARI Gyuto if your priority is a versatile chef’s knife for everyday chopping, slicing and dicing, with a Damascus blade and Pakkawood handle. Its 20 cm cutting edge gives you room to prepare a range of ingredients, while the curved profile works naturally for rocking cuts. For cooks who want one Japanese-style knife to handle much of their routine prep, this design brings practical versatility together with distinctive hand-forged detailing.