Hatori Seido 青道 Series - Chef's Knife
A sharp, balanced chef's knife for vegetables, fish and meat. A blue handle you will want to leave on the counter.
A sharp everyday chef's knife, easy to love
- Layered Damascus-pattern steel
- 20 cm (8 in) blade
- Blue resin handle
- Hardness 60+ HRC
- For vegetables, fish and meat
- 2-year warranty
Cut with it for 60 days. Love it, or send it back for a full refund.
Description
Effortless Performance. Timeless Design.
The Hatori Seidō Chef’s Knife is the perfect starting point for those who want to experience Japanese quality without the premium price tag. Designed for everyday cooks who value both precision and practicality, the Seidō combines sharpness, durability, and elegance in one essential tool.
Crafted from layered Damascus steel and paired with a striking pakkawood handle, this knife is built to tackle everything from meats to vegetables with smooth control and confidence.
Whether you’re slicing, dicing, or chopping, the Seidō delivers consistent results—and makes you feel like a pro, no matter your experience level.
Why You’ll Love It:
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Damascus Steel Blade (67 layers): Strong, sharp, and reliable for everyday use.
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Classic Pakkawood Handle: Comfortable to grip and naturally resistant to moisture.
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Versatile & Easy to Use: Perfect for home cooks looking for their first real chef’s knife.
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Balanced for Comfort: Feels stable in hand—reducing fatigue during long prep sessions.
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Aesthetic Yet Practical: A knife that looks beautiful on your counter and works hard in your kitchen.
The Hatori Seidō is our most accessible model—but don’t let that fool you. It’s engineered with the same eye for detail and cutting performance that defines all Hatori knives.
Whether you’re gifting it or upgrading your own kitchen, Seidō delivers pro-level sharpness you’ll feel on the very first slice.
Blade Length: 20cm
Material: Damascus Steel, 67 Layers
Handle: Pakkawood
Hardness: 60+ HRC
Shipping & returns
Shipping
Free on every order. A tracking link follows the moment it leaves the warehouse. Delivery is 6–8 business days.
Returns
Sixty days. Use it in your own kitchen, and send it back within sixty days for a full refund.
Care
Wash by hand with warm water and mild soap, and dry straight away. Keep the edge with a few passes on a rolling sharpener.
Guarantee
Sixty days in your own kitchen, with a full refund when you send it back, and a 2-year warranty.
Nancy Bauer, 1 day ago
Knife Sharpener
My husband is very picky about knife sharpening. I needed something that I could use without adding the task to his to-do list. He tested it out and gave it his stamp of approval.
Barbara Zaga, 1 day ago
Great product
Great product; lots of support and howtos; Prouct is very easy to use - I have sharpened everything in sight.
Deana, 2 days ago
Had to go on You Tube to learn how to
Had to go on You Tube to learn how to properly use! It does as it claims and is easy and efficient to use!
Neal Briscoe, 3 days ago
I can finally sharpen my boning knives
I can finally sharpen my boning knives as to where I am no longer sawing through the meat
Matt Dimmick, 3 days ago
I love the knife
I love the knife. I haven’t had a chance to use the sharpener yet
Cris Pajarillo, 3 days ago
First time to experience a different
First time to experience a different kind of honing knives. I love it!
Steven R, 4 days ago
The product came as advertised
The product came as advertised. Does an excellent job of sharpening blades.
Gary, 4 days ago
The product works as advertised
The product works as advertised. I am very pleased with the results.
dennis thayer, 4 days ago
the knife sharpener works
the knife sharpener works outstandingly, spend less time sharpening knives and they even get sharper than what i used to get them.
Eduard Olivé Castelló, 5 days ago
What you see is what you get
What you see is what you get. My dead knives reborn. Spectacular. No regrets.
Mike, 6 days ago
Great product
Great product. Easy to understand and use. Love it.
Tom K, 7 days ago
Very pleased with entire experience
Very pleased with entire experience from the ordering process to the delivery. The sharpener works as advertised. I would recommend this to others
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The blade: steel shaped the Japanese way
Japanese kitchen knives are made to be kept sharp, so the edge does the cutting and the hand only guides it. This blade is shaped on those principles: a fine edge, an even balance, and uncoated steel for clean contact with food.
- Fine cutting edge
- Even balance
- Uncoated steel
- Ergonomic handle
- Daily kitchen use
- Made to be kept
The knife, measured
- BLADE LENGTH
- 20 cm / 8 in
- BLADE
- Layered Damascus-pattern steel
- HANDLE
- Blue resin
- USE
- Vegetables, fish, meat
What this knife does on the board
A fine edge goes through tomato skin, fish and meat in one pull.
The weight sits evenly between blade and handle, so long prep stays comfortable.
The blade is steel all the way through, for pure contact with food.
An ergonomic handle sits steady in the hand through a whole evening of prep.
Vegetables, fish and meat: one tool for daily cooking.
A few passes on the Hatori rolling sharpener bring the edge back in under a minute.
A Hatori knife against an ordinary kitchen knife
Over 250,000+ chefs and home cooks use Hatori
Verified buyers, in their own words.
“Didn’t realize how much easier cooking would be with proper knives. These feel amazing in the hand and glide through everything.”
“I thought my old knives were fine… until I used these. Super sharp, well-balanced, and honestly look stunning on my counter.”
“Finally a knife that actually stays sharp. Been using it daily for weeks and its still cutting like day one.”
“The craftsmanship is next level. Every detail feels thought out—from the weight to the beautiful handle.”
“Cutting meat used to be a chore. Now it feels effortless. Even my partner commented on how smooth they slice.”
“These knives completely changed my meal prep. No more sawing back and forth—I barely need any pressure.”
“I bought them mostly because they looked great, but the performance is even better. Worth every penny.”
“Honestly, I didn’t expect much at this price—but these knives beat my old $300 set easily.”
Cut with it for 60 days. Keep it for years.
60-day money-back guarantee
Use it in your own kitchen for sixty days. Love it, or send it back for a full refund.
2-year warranty
Every Hatori knife carries a 2-year warranty.
Free shipping, tracked
Every order ships free, with a tracking link from the day it leaves the warehouse.
Questions, answered
How do I keep it sharp?
A few passes on a rolling sharpener every couple of weeks keep the edge. The Hatori Diamond Rolling Knife Sharpener holds the angle for you.
How do I wash it?
By hand, with warm water and mild soap. Dry it straight away and it stays bright for years.
What is it used for?
Daily cooking: vegetables, fish and meat. The specifications above list what each blade is made for.
Is it a good gift?
Yes. A Japanese kitchen knife is a classic gift for a cook, and it arrives boxed.
What is the guarantee?
Sixty days in your own kitchen. Send it back within sixty days for a full refund.
How long does shipping take?
Every order ships free. Delivery takes 6 to 8 business days, and a tracking link arrives the moment it leaves the warehouse.
Make the switch to a Hatori knife
Join 250,000+ chefs and home cooks who cook with Hatori.
- Free shipping
- 2-year warranty
- 60-day returns
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