5″' Santoku Knife

JAPANESE EVERYDAY KNIFE, SIZED FOR THE WAY YOU ACTUALLY COOK
$29.99
$29.99 $38.99
High-carbon German steel
Full tang with ergonomic handles
Ultra Sharp

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Half the knife work in a real kitchen doesn't need an 8-inch chef knife. Slicing a tomato for a sandwich. Mincing a single clove of garlic. Cutting an apple for lunch. Trimming a chicken thigh for stir-fry. For those jobs, the full-sized chef knife is the wrong tool — too big, too heavy, too long for the cutting board. The 5-inch Santoku is the right tool. Smaller than a chef knife, slightly curved (unlike the flat-edged Nakiri), Granton-edged so the food drops off the blade instead of clinging to it. Forged from high-carbon German steel, hand-sharpened to a 14–16° edge per side, set into a triple-riveted Pakkawood handle balanced for the lighter prep work it's built for. Full-tang construction, lifetime warranty. Pairs with an 8″ Chef Knife as the small-cuts complement, or with a 3.5″ Paring Knife as the in-hand precision tool that finishes what the Santoku starts. The knife you reach for on the days you don't feel like washing the big one.
All Cutluxe knives are forged from high-carbon German steel — rust-resistant, impact-tough, and precision-tapered to a razor-sharp 14–16° edge. Handles are crafted from ergonomic Pakkawood for a secure, comfortable grip in any condition. Every knife features full tang construction for maximum balance and control. To keep your knife performing at its best: Hand-wash only — dishwashers damage the edge and handle over time Dry immediately after washing to prevent moisture build-up Hone regularly with a honing rod to keep the edge aligned between sharpenings Store on a magnetic strip, in a knife roll, or in a block — never loose in a drawer Use a wooden or plastic cutting board; glass and ceramic surfaces dull the blade
Not the right fit? No problem. If your Cutluxe knife doesn't meet your expectations for any reason, contact us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund or free exchange — no questions asked. We stand behind every blade we make. If the quality isn't what you expected, we'll make it right. Simply reach out to our team at support@cutluxe.com and we'll handle the rest.
Every Cutluxe knife is backed by a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. If your blade or handle ever fails due to a manufacturing issue, we'll replace it — for the life of the product. What's covered: Defects in blade construction, handle materials, and assembly. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and is non-transferable. What's not covered: Normal wear and tear, damage from misuse, improper care, or dishwasher use. To make a warranty claim, contact us at support@cutluxe.com with your proof of purchase and a description of the issue.
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5″' Santoku Knife

5″' Santoku Knife

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CHEF-TRIED PITMASTER-APPROVED

High-Carbon German Steel

Edge retention and corrosion resistance

Full-Tang Construction

Blade through handle for strength and balance

Hand-Sharpened Edges

Razor-sharp out of the box

Ergonomic 
Pakkawood Handles

Comfortable, moisture-resistant, 
built for long use

BUILT FOR
REAL COOKING

Whether you're breaking down a brisket for Sunday's cookout or trimming a roast for dinner guests, Cutluxe knives gives you the right blade for every cut.

5″' Santoku Knife

AGILE 5″' SANTOKU KNIFE

Granton-edge blade glides through vegetables, meat, and fish without sticking — and the 5-inch profile makes it the right tool for tight prep work where an 8-inch chef knife is overkill.

5" Santoku Knife

A 5-inch Santoku is the knife you reach for when an 8-inch chef knife feels like a forklift for a flowerpot. Quick weekday prep, lunch jobs, smaller cutting boards, smaller hands — this is the one.
  • 5-inch slight-curve blade — agile through everyday prep, controlled in the hand
  • Granton hollow-ground edge — food releases cleanly, no sticking between cuts
  • High-carbon German steel, 14–16° hand-honed — Japanese sharpness, Western edge retention
  • Lifetime warranty — same Artisan-series backing as the rest of the line

WHAT OUR MASTER CHEFS SAY

High-Carbon German Steel

“Reminds me of my father’s knives — only sharper. You feel the difference the moment it hits the board. Solid in the hand.”
Chef Alex R., BBQ Specialist

Edge Retention

“Even after weeks of heavy use, the edge stays razor-sharp. I can slice brisket, roast, and vegetables without stopping to resharpen.”
Chef David T., Professional Butcher

Precision & Craftsmanship

“I’ve worked in Japanese kitchens for over 10 years, and Cutluxe knives feel incredible. The balance, edge, and weight are perfect — slicing fish, meat, and vegetables is effortless."
Chef Haruto S., Tokyo

Let customers speak for us

from 3210 reviews

Excellent quality razor sharp nice heavy handles quality steel very pleased will buy more in the future but again you need to change your wood magnet holder I got one that was defective and didn't have a place to screw it into is just a drilled hole poorly and then the second one I put the knives on it and they literally just slide down and scratch the wood they're very poor quality please go with the one that I'm trying to tell you to buy which I purchased before in Texas they're only $32 there twice as big and much better quality and the magnet is extremely strong on both sides

Sean O.
Paring Knife Set
Paring Knife Set

I love the weight of the handle it's extremely comfortable and definitely nice good heavy weight and razor sharp blades I have bought many of these from Amazon and they're all garbage if you can imagine a tube of ground round hamburger and none of these knives wood cut through it yours or razor sharp I could literally cut paper and that's a true sharp knife all the knives I bought from you is are amazing and I will buy others I ordered another set from this other company and they are terrible they won't even cut my skin it's pathetic your product is amazing but again I've sent you pictures of the ones you should be selling that are top quality they retail on Amazon for only $32 there twice the size so they set a whole set of knives on either side and the magnet is actually strong unlike the one you're selling I would stop selling that that is a very poor quality product and it doesn't make you look good when you sell such excellent knive and such a poor magnet board I would definitely dump that company and go with the one of the pictures that I sent you it's top quality and literally you have to grab them to pull them off yours literally you put the knife on and it falls off and scratches the wood so anyways thank you so much I'm extremely pleased and I plan on buying more knives from you in the future a whole set and I wish you would sell the magnetic board that I sent you thank you I couldn't be happier with your product

Sean O.
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Unfortunately, one of the sharpening stones arrived damaged during shipping, so I contacted their customer service team. Their response was much faster than expected, and they promptly provided a solution.
This clearly shows their professionalism and commitment to customers. I highly recommend buying with confidence. Cutluxe is a serious, reliable brand and definitely worth the investment.

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In Dec/25, I ordered the 5" Santoku for myself. I love it SO much, I bought 2 others for gifts. 1) The knife is well weighted, comfortable to hold, easy to use, sharp, sharp, sharp and beautiful to look at. 2) I know the recipients will love their Santoku as much as I love mine. 3) The packaging of the knife is amazing which is important if you are giving it as a gift. Very classy. 4) The customer service at Cutluxe is stellar. I had an issue regarding a return (of my own doing) and their response time immediate, polite and professional. I was very impressed with this aspect of the business. I have told many friends about the quality of the product and the superior after-sales responses. Thank you Cutluxe.

Anonymous
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I love this knife. Cuts my steak like butter! Worth every dollar.

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Wow just wow. These knives are top shelf. I bought a paring knife last year and loved it then these sets came just in time because my WP knives wouldn’t hold an edge but these bad boys are the best.Razor sharp out of the beautiful box. Well balanced full tang. Slices bread like a razor. Thank you for your beautiful knives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Smaller cuts, smaller spaces, smaller hands. A 5-inch Santoku is the right tool for everyday weekday prep — slicing a tomato for a sandwich, mincing garlic, prepping a single piece of chicken, cutting an apple for lunch. An 8-inch chef knife handles those jobs technically, but the size makes it awkward for small tasks on small cutting boards. It's also the right tool for cooks with smaller hands or for kitchens with limited counter space. Two people sharing a galley kitchen, an apartment with a 12-inch cutting board, a student's first knife — all situations where the chef knife is the wrong default.
It's a series of hollow-ground pockets along the blade face. When you slice through food, those pockets create small air gaps between the steel and the cut surface — which breaks the suction that normally makes wet ingredients (potato, tomato, cucumber) stick to a flat blade. The result is food that drops cleanly off the blade onto the board, instead of clinging on and requiring a finger-flick to remove. Doesn't change cutting speed or edge sharpness directly, just makes the slicing motion cleaner. You notice it most when prepping anything starchy or wet.
Depends on hand size, kitchen size, and what you're prepping. The 7″ Santoku is the adult standard — larger working surface, more blade height, better for prep volume. The 5″ is the compact version — easier in the hand, faster for small tasks, less intimidating to new cooks. If you can only own one Santoku: get the 7″. It does everything the 5″ does plus larger work. If you already own a chef knife: the 5″ Santoku is the smarter pick — it doesn't compete with the chef knife's size, it complements it. The Santoku Knife Set 2-Piece gives you both at a discount if you want to skip the choice.
Three different small knives, three different jobs. The 3.5″ Paring is in-hand precision — peeling, coring, intricate work where the knife is mostly in the air. The 5.5″ Utility is the slim-blade slicer for mid-size tasks — sandwiches, citrus, soft produce — designed around a tapered profile. The 5″ Santoku is the Japanese-style all-purpose knife — slightly curved, Granton-edged, built for board work on smaller cuts. If you primarily peel and trim: paring. If you primarily slice mid-size food: utility. If you primarily chop and dice smaller cuts: 5″ Santoku. Most kitchens benefit from owning two of the three (paring + Santoku is the most common combination).
Hand-wash, towel-dry, store on a magnetic strip or in a block — never the dishwasher. Hone every two or three uses on a 10″ Sharpening Rod and the edge holds for months between sharpenings. Avoid glass cutting boards; they micro-chip the edge over time. As a gift, the 5″ Santoku is one of the strongest small-knife picks — distinctive, useful, and unlikely to duplicate what the recipient already owns. Pairs naturally with the 3.5″ Paring Knife (as the Paring Knife Set 2-Piece) or the 7″ Santoku (as the Santoku Knife Set 2-Piece). Lifetime warranty plus 30-day money-back covers the gift end-to-end.

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Artisan Series 5″ Santoku Knife — Compact Precision for Everyday Prep
Granton Blade Santoku Knife — Smoother Slices and Less Sticking

The santoku kitchen knife has earned its reputation by doing one thing extremely well: making daily prep faster, cleaner, and more controlled. This compact artisan santoku was built for home cooks who want precision without excess size. When counter space is tight and speed matters, a smaller inch santoku gives you confidence without sacrificing performance.

Unlike larger Western styles, the santoku focuses on balance and efficiency. This knive feels steady in hand, moves cleanly through ingredients, and stays predictable from the first cut to the last. It’s the kind of artisan tool that becomes your default — not because it’s flashy, but because it works.

Santoku Knife — What Makes Santoku Different in Daily Cooking

A true santoku knife is defined by its wide blade, flatter edge, and straight cutting motion. Instead of rocking, it favors clean push cuts that keep slices neat and consistent. That design supports fast chopping, precise slicing, and less wrist strain during long prep sessions.

Rooted in japanese knife traditions, the santoku emphasizes control over size. The wide blade offers stability on the board, while the shorter inch length makes it easier to guide through vegetables, proteins, and herbs. This knive was designed for real cooking — not display.

Santoku 5 Inch Knife — Compact Control for Fast Prep

A santoku inch size matters more than most people realize. At five inch, this santoku knive gives you maximum control in tight spaces. It’s easier to handle on smaller boards and quicker to reposition between cuts, especially during everyday cooking.

That compact feel allows faster prep without fatigue. Whether you're slicing garlic or portioning chicken, this artisan santoku stays responsive. The shorter inch length keeps the blade close to your hand, improving accuracy and confidence with every movement.

A granton blade santoku knife helps ingredients release cleanly as you work. The shallow hollows reduce friction, keeping wetter foods from clinging to the blade and slowing you down. This matters when prepping produce or portioning proteins at speed.

That smoother rhythm makes the knive feel faster and more controlled. Less sticking means fewer interruptions and cleaner cuts — exactly what a practical artisan kitchen tool should deliver.

Best 5 Inch Santoku Knife — Choose the Artisan Knife for Your Kitchen

Choosing the best inch santoku knife comes down to comfort, balance, and edge performance. This artisan model checks all three. It feels natural in the hand, stays stable on the board, and maintains a clean edge through daily use.

Built with respect for japanese design principles and modern cooking needs, this santoku knive fits seamlessly into any kitchen routine. It’s compact, capable, and honest — the kind of blade you reach for without thinking, because it always delivers.

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