MIYABI Kaizen II 5000FCD 9.5-Inch Gyutoh Knife | Japan, Damascus Steel

Dishwasher Safe | No

The MIYABI Kaizen II 5000FCD 9.5-Inch Gyutoh delivers precise, effortless cutting performance for demanding kitchen prep. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, it features an FC61 fine carbide steel core surrounded by 48 layers of Damascus stainless steel for long-lasting sharpness, durability, and a refined Japanese blade finish.

Its thin Japanese blade profile and Honbazuke hand-honed edge provide clean, accurate slicing for meat, fish, vegetables, and herbs. The longer 9.5-inch gyutoh design offers added reach and cutting efficiency while maintaining excellent balance and control.

Finished with a comfortable black pakkawood handle and double ice-hardened FRIODUR blade construction, this Japanese chef knife is designed for smooth daily performance and reliable edge retention. Knife enthusiasts often praise the Kaizen series for its sharpness, balance, and refined cutting feel.

Key Features

• FC61 fine carbide steel core
• 49-layer Damascus blade construction
• Honbazuke hand-honed edge
• 9.5-inch Japanese gyutoh design
• Double ice-hardened FRIODUR blade
• Black pakkawood handle
• 60–62 HRC hardness
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan