Sakai Kikumori Tomoshibi Yanagiba 30 cm Shirogami #2

The Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese knife used by sushi masters — it has a narrow and long blade that allows for precise slicing of fish and meat. It is perfect for preparing sushi and sashimi. Together with Deba and Usuba knives, it forms a traditional Japanese set of knives, essential in the kitchen.

Tomoshibi knives are a professional series made for Sakai Kikumori. They are hand-forged from high-quality Shirogami #2 carbon steel (white steel), and finished by skilled craftsmen at Myojin Riki Seisakusho in Kochi. The forging and heat treatment process achieves a hardness of 62-63 HRC. The classic and elegant handle of Sakai Kikumori Tomoshibi knives is made of magnolia wood and finished with a buffalo horn ferrule.

The striking, misty Kasumi finish used on the blades of Tomoshibi knives makes them almost like small works of art.

Sakai Kikumori was founded in 1926. It draws on the 600-year history of the city of Sakai, which is the center of traditional Japanese knife production.

Sakai Kikumori Tomoshibi knives require drying after each use, as they are not stainless.

Specifications:

• Type: Yanagiba knife
• Blade length: 300 mm
• Total length: 450 mm
• Blade height: 35 mm
• Handle: magnolia wood
• Steel: Shirogami#2
• HRC: 62-63
• Grind: single bevel
• Weight: 204 grams