5.5-inch, Prep Knife

The shotoh, which means “small sword” in Japanese, is a versatile knife that is slightly larger than a paring knife. It can be used for intricate vegetable work like peeling and creating garnishes as well as for cleaning and trimming meat and fish.

Handcrafted by artisans in Seki, Japan, MIYABI Koh knives are born from time-honored Japanese tradition, expert German engineering, and state-of-the-art steel.

Advanced FC61 fine carbide stainless steel provides unsurpassed corrosion and chip resistance. This cutting-edge steel ensures the hand-honed blades retain their impressive sharpness. Thanks to an innovative, ice-hardening process, the FRIODURx2® blades offer remarkable durability, sharpness, and cutting performance.

Stylishly stamped with a silver mosaic pin, the exquisite octagon-shaped handle feels as good as it looks. Experience ergonomic perfection with each slice—the Pakkawood handle supports both Western chopping and Asian rocking cuts. Each knife features a hand-honed blade finished with a true katana edge, a homage to the samurai swords made in Seki centuries ago.

• Crafted from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide stainless steel – 61 Rockwell hardness
• Ice-hardened FRIODURx2 blade for exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance
• Hand-honed, 3-step Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness
• Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile – 9.5-12° edge angle
• Mirror-polished blade features Japanese design details: sandblasted katana edge and embossed MIYABI logo
• Octagon-shaped Pakkawood handle design nestles comfortably in the hand
• Hand wash only
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan