MITSUMOTO SAKARI MS-146-B-FR/IT Kiritsuke Chef’s Knife, 8-Inch 440C Damascus

With an 8-inch blade, this MITSUMOTO SAKARI Kiritsuke is designed for a range of everyday kitchen tasks, from slicing fish to chopping vegetables. Its 440C Damascus steel construction brings the traditional Kiritsuke style to a practical chef’s knife.

The hand-forged blade is paired with a blue wood handle, giving the knife a distinctive look as well as a clear grip point while preparing ingredients. At 178 grams, it has a stated weight that’s useful to consider when choosing a knife for regular kitchen work.

Use it for slicing and dicing fruit, meat and boneless fish, or for preparing sushi. A sandalwood box and care items are included, making the set ready to store or present.

Tech summary

• Type: Kiritsuke chef’s knife
• Blade: 8 inches, 21 centimetres
• Blade material: 440C Damascus steel
• Construction: Hand forged
• Handle: Blue wood
• Weight: 178 grams
• Included: Knife, sandalwood box, knife oil, cleaning cloth and maintenance instructions

Getting the most from it

The Kiritsuke’s broad range of kitchen uses makes it a different choice from buying a knife for one specialised task. Use it to chop and dice vegetables, slice fruit, or cut boneless meat and fish into portions. For a sushi preparation, its stated suitability for slicing fish makes it a natural fit for the work, it can also slice cooked proteins. The curved blade edge is another defining detail of this model.

For best care, wash the blade with water after use and dry it before putting it away in a dry, ventilated place. It is not dishwasher safe. Avoid using it on bones or hard foods, and do not strike objects with the blade, these simple habits help keep the edge in good condition. The included oil, cloth and maintenance instructions support routine care, while the box provides a dedicated place to store the knife.

Who it’s for

This knife suits home cooks who want one Japanese-style chef’s knife for varied preparation, especially when fish, vegetables and boneless proteins are regular parts of the menu. It also has appeal for cooks who value the patterned appearance of Damascus steel and a blue wood handle alongside everyday function. Buyers praise the knife’s appearance and sharpness, and some highlight its cutting performance. Those comments reflect customer impressions rather than a substitute for following the care guidance.

If you are choosing between a versatile kitchen knife and a blade intended for a single preparation, the Kiritsuke’s stated range of chopping, slicing and dicing tasks gives it a wider role at the counter. Its 8-inch format and hand-forged 440C Damascus blade are the central details to weigh against the kind of food preparation you do most often.

Practical questions

What can I use this Kiritsuke knife for? It is described for chopping, slicing and dicing fruit, meat, sushi and other kitchen ingredients. It is also suited to slicing boneless fish and cooked proteins.

Can I use it to cut through bones? No. The care guidance says not to cut bones or hard foods with the blade.

How should I clean and store it? Wash it with water after use, dry it, then store it in a dry, ventilated place. The knife is not dishwasher safe.

Is it worth it?

For cooks looking for a single knife to cover a range of routine preparation, this Kiritsuke combines an 8-inch hand-forged Damascus blade with a blue wood handle and practical care accessories. It is particularly suited to kitchens where slicing fish and preparing vegetables or boneless proteins are part of the regular routine.