Tengoku 10-Piece Blue Chef Knife Set

Meet the Tengoku 10-Piece Chef Knife Set—a complete bench of daily drivers and specialists for prep, service, and everything between. Damascus-pattern stainless blades pair with blue resin epoxy handles for confident grip and clean, controlled cuts. Each knife is balanced at the pinch, ground to a keen double-bevel (~12° per side), and built on a full-tang, stainless-bolstered construction.

Key Highlights

• Complete coverage: Gyuto, Kiritsuke, Slicer, Serrated Bread, Nakiri, 7" Santoku, 5" Santoku, Boning/Fillet, Utility, and Paring
• Low-effort sharpness: thin geometry and ~12° per-side edges for precise, easy cuts
• Durable build: stainless Damascus-pattern faces, full tang, stainless bolster, ~58 HRC
• Comfort & balance: neutral at the pinch with ergonomic, lightweight blue epoxy handles

 

 

Unboxing & Features

See the set in hand—blade geometry, balance at the pinch, and how each profile earns its keep on the board.

 

Why This Knife Set Works

• One kit, many jobs: tall veg work, delicate tip work, long protein slices, and crust control—covered
• Glide, not force: thin grind + ~12° edges yield smooth cuts and clean presentations
• Daily durability: stainless construction with Damascus pattern resists corrosion and cleans fast
• Confident control: neutral balance at the pinch; ergonomic blue epoxy handles

 

Specifications

Series	Tengoku
Set Type	10-Piece Chef Knife Set
Blade Steel (Core)	Premium high-carbon stainless
Cladding / Finish	Stainless, Damascus-pattern finish; polished spine & bolster
Hardness (HRC)	~58 HRC
Edge Style	Double-bevel (~12° per side); serrated bread blade
Tang / Construction	Full tang; stainless bolster
Balance	Neutral to slightly forward at pinch (by profile)
Handle	Blue resin/epoxy; ergonomic contour

 

Spec Diagram & Infographic

 

Kiritsuke — 9-inch

Hybrid slicer/chef with a sword tip for precise tip work and elegant, single-stroke plating cuts.

Blade Length	228 mm / 8.98 in
Blade Height	47 mm / 1.85 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	358 mm / 14.09 in
Weight	209 g / 7.37 oz

Chef (Gyuto) — 7.5-inch

Daily driver for slicing, dicing, mincing, and long, clean draw cuts with a fine tip for detail.

Blade Length	190 mm / 7.48 in
Blade Height	44 mm / 1.73 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	327 mm / 12.87 in
Weight	191 g / 6.74 oz

 

Slicing (Sujihiki) — 7.5-inch

Long, narrow geometry for low-drag protein slicing—prime rib, roasts, terrines, and clean sushi pulls.

Blade Length	190 mm / 7.48 in
Blade Height	31 mm / 1.22 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	319 mm / 12.56 in
Weight	172 g / 6.07 oz

Serrated (Bread) — 8-inch

Saw through crust without crushing crumb; also excellent on tomatoes, citrus, and layered cakes.

Blade Length	200 mm / 7.87 in
Blade Height	31 mm / 1.22 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	327 mm / 12.87 in
Weight	177 g / 6.24 oz

Nakiri (Vegetable) — 7-inch

Tall, flat profile for straight push-cuts, stacks, and fine chiffonade with generous board clearance.

Blade Length	170 mm / 6.69 in
Blade Height	43 mm / 1.69 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	299 mm / 11.77 in
Weight	206.4 g / 7.28 oz

 

Santoku — 7-inch

All-purpose push-cutter with a slightly flatter belly for fast, upright work on compact boards.

Blade Length	174 mm / 6.85 in
Blade Height	34 mm / 1.34 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	306 mm / 12.05 in
Weight	197 g / 6.95 oz

Santoku — 5-inch

Compact all-rounder for fruit, cheese, herbs, and quick sandwich prep—nimble and easy to control.

Blade Length	120 mm / 4.72 in
Blade Height	29 mm / 1.14 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	95 mm / 3.74 in
Total Length	235 mm / 9.25 in
Weight	93 g / 3.28 oz

Boning / Fillet — 6-inch

Flexible, narrow blade for tracing bones, lifting pin bones, and removing silver skin with minimal waste.

Blade Length	143 mm / 5.63 in
Blade Height	31 mm / 1.22 in
Spine Thickness	1.3–2.0 mm (0.05–0.08 in)
Handle Length	117 mm / 4.61 in
Total Length	277 mm / 10.91 in
Weight	113 g / 3.99 oz

Utility — 5-inch

Lean, agile cutter for citrus, sandwiches, small veg, and general-purpose tasks where a chef’s knife is overkill.

Blade Length	125 mm / 4.92 in
Blade Height	17 mm / 0.67 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	95 mm / 3.74 in
Total Length	234 mm / 9.21 in
Weight	93 g / 3.28 oz

Paring — 4-inch

In-hand control for peeling, trimming, segmenting citrus, hulling, and delicate detail work.

Blade Length	100 mm / 3.94 in
Blade Height	14 mm / 0.55 in
Spine Thickness	2.0 mm / 0.08 in
Handle Length	95 mm / 3.74 in
Total Length	207 mm / 8.15 in
Weight	86 g / 3.03 oz

What’s Included

• 8" Chef (Gyuto)
• 9" Kiritsuke
• 7.5" Slicing (Sujihiki)
• 8" Serrated (Bread)
• 7" Nakiri
• 7" Santoku
• 5" Santoku
• 6" Boning / Fillet
• 5" Utility
• 4" Paring
• Premium gift box packaging
• Limited Lifetime guarantee

Care & Use

• Hand-wash with mild soap; dry immediately. Avoid dishwasher heat and detergents that dull the polish.
• Use wooden or soft plastic boards; avoid glass, stone, or ceramic surfaces.
• Maintain ~12° per side. For supplies, see our whetstones and sharpening tools.
• Store safely on a magnetic strip, in a knife block, or sheaths/drawer tray.
• Avoid prying, twisting, frozen foods, or hard bones.

 

FAQ

What’s the difference between Gyuto and Santoku?

Gyuto excels at rocking and long draw cuts with a fine tip; Santoku’s flatter belly favors chop/push cuts and tight board space.

Is the Damascus pattern real?

The blades feature a stainless Damascus-pattern finish over a high-carbon stainless core, offering food release and an artisan look with everyday durability.

How often should I sharpen?

Hone lightly as needed; sharpen when a few passes no longer restore bite. Many home cooks touch up every few weeks.

Do the epoxy handles need special care?

Just hand-wash and dry. Avoid prolonged soaks and high heat to preserve gloss and fit.