Tsubazo Seki Magoroku Cleaver – 180 mm (Stainless Steel, Wa Handle)
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Specs
Type: Chinese-style Vegetable Cleaver (菜刀 / Chuka Bocho)
Blade Length: 180 mm
Overall Length: 290 mm
Weight: 266 g
Steel: Molybdenum-Vanadium Stainless Steel
Construction: Mono-steel, machine-finished
Finish: Satin polish with decorative hamon-style wave
Bevel: 50/50 double bevel
Handle: Japanese wa-style oak with stainless bolster
Origin: Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Maker: Kai Corporation (Tsubazo – Seki Magoroku Line)
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Description
A stainless cleaver built for real kitchen work — this Tsubazo Seki Magoroku brings Japanese precision to the classic Chinese chef’s knife profile. Forged in Seki City, Japan’s historic knife capital, it’s crafted from molybdenum-vanadium stainless steel for durability, rust resistance, and easy maintenance.
The 180 mm blade offers a perfect blend of agility and cutting height, ideal for fine chopping, mincing, and precision slicing. The lightweight wa-handle keeps the balance forward, giving it that effortless glide through vegetables, herbs, and aromatics.
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Performance
Designed for chefs who want the efficiency of a cleaver without the bulk.
The thin grind and stainless composition make this a clean, versatile daily driver — great for vegetable prep, proteins, and even garlic or herb chopping.
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Care Notes
Fully stainless and easy to maintain — hand wash and dry after use. Avoid bones or twisting motions. Regular honing or light whetstone touch-ups will keep it slicing clean and smooth.
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OKM Notes
A fine example of Seki’s industrial craftsmanship — Tsubazo delivers consistency, balance, and a lot of performance for the price.
