Code: 4901601353914

Brand: Kai Corporation

Model: AE-5203

Size information: 150 mm

Product size: Height 1.7, Width 2.8, Depth 26

Product weight: 146

About this product
A high-end line designed in Japan that meets the needs of professionals. The blade surface features a beautiful Damascus pattern reminiscent of a Japanese sword, and the handle has a trapezoidal shape that fits comfortably in the hand. We pursued functional beauty in sharpness, usability, and design.
The dedicated
The stainless steel handle and blade are welded together to completely prevent the ingress of moisture and rust.
The highly fitting
Size: 26 x 2.8 x 1.7 cm
Main body weight: 0.146 kg
Material: Blade = stainless steel composite material (blade steel: special stainless steel cutlery steel, joining material: stainless steel), handle ferrule = stainless steel, handle = layered reinforced wood
Material of the blade to increase the number of displayed items: stainless steel
Brand: Kai Corporation
Handle material: wood
Blade edge: plain
Blade length: 15 centimeters About this product
A high-end line designed in Japan that meets the needs of professionals. The blade surface features a beautiful Damascus pattern reminiscent of a Japanese sword, and the handle has a trapezoidal shape that fits comfortably in the hand. We pursued functional beauty in sharpness, usability, and design.
The dedicated
The stainless steel ferrule and blade are welded together to completely prevent the ingress of moisture and rust.
The highly fitting
Size: 26 x 2.8 x 1.7 cm
Main body weight: 0.146 kg
Material: Blade = stainless steel composite material (blade steel: special stainless steel cutlery steel, joining material: stainless steel), handle ferrule = stainless steel, handle = layered reinforced wood
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Shipping size: Height 30, Width 7, Depth 2

Shipping weight: 160

- Brand introduction


Sekki's Minamoto is a renowned swordsmith active from the Kamakura to the Muromachi period.

He devised a unique sword-making technique, producing beautiful, highly artistic, and superbly sharp swords.

The Sekki Minamoto series inherits the swordsmith's beliefs and is a brand of kitchen knives that emphasizes sharpness and durability, with a focus on functionality.


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Smooth, sharp cutting performance and durability, all designed with purpose, with a handle shape that becomes more comfortable with use, embodying functional beauty.

The master craftsmanship cultivated in Sekki, Japan's proud cutlery production area, combined with innovative technology, creates the highest-end series of Sekki Minamoto, a product that can be loved for a long time.


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With traditional cutlery techniques, for the world and future living.

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The KAI Group was born in Sekki City, Gifu Prefecture, known as the cutlery capital with over 800 years of history. While inheriting the craftsmanship and spirit of manufacturing flowing through this land, it has expanded its product range around cutlery, driven by the corporate message "A refreshing taste together with our customers, KAI's wish."

About Kai

A manufacturer mainly selling cutlery such as razors and kitchen knives, as well as cooking utensils and cosmetic tools. The number of high-quality knives is not only popular in Japan but has become a globally renowned brand.

The inherited craft and spirit of famous swords

Born from unique sword-making techniques. As beautiful as art. The most exquisite sharpness that takes your breath away.

The craftsmanship of Sekki Minamoto, inheriting the spirit of the swordsmith, is fused with Kai's cutting-edge technology to deliver a vivid, sharp cutting performance.

Blade sharpening

Sharpness depends on human perception. In the manufacturing process, tasks such as checking the blade tip and sharpness are still performed manually by human eyes and hands at various stages.

Damascus series: Four features

Beautiful pattern

A beautiful 33-layer Damascus pattern reminiscent of a Japanese sword.

Outstanding sharpness

Finished with sharpness using proprietary blade sharpening techniques cultivated over many years.

Can cut without destroying the flavor of ingredients.

Long-lasting sharpness

Excellent blades that maintain their sharpness for a long time.

Handle that fits your hand

Handle made of reinforced wood and stainless steel. Trapezoidal shape that fits your hand.


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Customer reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
377

4.5 out of 5 stars
3,198

4.5 out of 5 stars
333

4.4 out of 5 stars
467

4.5 out of 5 stars
184

4.2 out of 5 stars
124

Price
10,518
10,518—
7,382
7,382
5,800
5,800—
6,116
6,116
Features: Elegant wave pattern, proof of composite technology, beautiful 33-layer Damascus pattern reminiscent of a Japanese sword, all-stainless finish combining functionality and design, sharp and flexible, elegant design, utilizing the properties of steel and stainless steel, special blade sharpening by skilled craftsmen, exceptional sharpness.
Sharpening ease
Blade structure: stainless steel composite material, stainless steel composite material, stainless steel composite material, stainless steel composite material, high-carbon steel composite, stainless steel single layer
Blade material: Blade = high-carbon stainless steel cutlery steel / ferrule = stainless steel, cutting edge = high-carbon stainless steel cutlery steel / ferrule = stainless steel, Blade = high-carbon stainless steel cutlery steel, cutting edge = high-carbon stainless steel cutlery steel / ferrule = stainless steel, Blade = special carbon steel / ferrule = stainless steel, high-carbon molybdenum vanadium stainless steel cutlery steel
Handle material: layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, stainless steel, layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood
Dishwasher compatible
Weight of Santoku knives approximately 173g, 161g, 148g, 149g, 166g, 171g respectively
Number of items: 7, 8, 5, 10
Compared to our standards: Overall evaluation

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Customer reviews
4.4 out of 5 stars
223

4.3 out of 5 stars
337

4.3 out of 5 stars
48

4.4 out of 5 stars
768

4.3 out of 5 stars
202

4.4 out of 5 stars
8,580

Price—
5,172
5,172
4,728
4,728—
4,009
4,009—
Features: Skilled craftsmanship for exceptional sharpness, rust-resistant stainless steel blade, beautiful white wood handle highlighting the wood grain, sharpness and robustness combined, easy to sharpen, clean handling, and a refreshing, sharp cutting performance.
Sharpening ease
Blade structure: stainless steel triple-layer steel, stainless steel triple-layer steel, stainless steel single layer, stainless steel single layer, high-carbon steel composite, stainless steel single layer
Blade material: Blade = high-carbon molybdenum vanadium stainless steel / ferrule = stainless steel, cutting edge = special stainless steel cutlery steel / ferrule = stainless steel, Blade = high-carbon steel / ferrule = stainless steel, Blade = molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, blade steel: high-carbon stainless steel, etc.
Handle material: layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, layered reinforced wood, 18-8 stainless steel
Dishwasher compatible
Weight of Santoku knives approximately 163g, 163g, 155g, 172g, 175g, 135g respectively
Number of items: 5, 4, 13
Compared to our standards: Overall evaluation

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Customer reviews
4.3 out of 5 stars
364

4.4 out of 5 stars
3,957

4.2 out of 5 stars
330

4.1 out of 5 stars
42

4.2 out of 5 stars
888

4.3 out of 5 stars
1,178

Price
3,312
3,312
2,421
2,421
2,900
2,900
2,935
2,935
980
980
1,473
1,473
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