From Miyabi, the Black 7" Fine Edge Santoku Knife features: Authentic, thin, Japanese blade comprised of ultra-premium MC66 micro-carbide steel Blade consists of 133 layers of steel, resulting in a gorgeous floral Damascus pattern CRYODUR blade, ice-hardened to Rockwell 66 Sharpened using a traditional, three-step Honbazuke method Ergonomic D-shaped handle made from stunning Blackleaf maple Steel endcap with embossed logo and handle mosaic pin Handcrafted in Seki, Japan Handwash only Imported.