Gyuto, which literally translates to "beef-knife", is known for being a great multipurpose knife designed to resemble the Western chef's knife with a sweeping curve from the heal to the tip.

Chopping or push-cutting near the heel is the preferred method for preparing vegetables. However, different types of produce may require different slicing techniques. The Gyuto is also used to rock-chop harder vegetables, to make fine cuts at the tip, and pull-cutting or push-cutting meats. Blade sizes range from a smaller nimble 180mm to a larger 270mm which has much more slicing power, with the in-between sizes being suitable for general usage.