Sotan Aji-Kiri Knife, Sharpened, Small Deba, Marble Handle, Hagane Steel, 100mm

Sotan Aji-Kiri Knife, Sharpened, Small Deba, Marble Handle, Hagane Steel, 100mmIyahiko Kikuhide Yanagiba Knife The yanagiba is a traditional Japanese sashimi knife designed to create clean, beautiful slices with a smooth pull cut. This knife is single beveled and made of hagane (high carbon steel), with a clean water buffalo handle. It appears to have almost no signs of use. Iyahiko likely comes from a place name in the Niigata area. The handle still has the sticker (Genuine Water Buffalo Horn Handle). It has been sharpened and

Iyahiko Kikuhide Yanagiba Knife

The yanagiba is a traditional Japanese sashimi knife designed to create clean, beautiful slices with a smooth pull cut.

This knife is single-beveled and made of hagane (high-carbon steel), with a clean water buffalo handle. It appears to have almost no signs of use. “Iyahiko” likely comes from a place name in the Niigata area. The handle still has the sticker “本水牛角柄” (Genuine Water Buffalo Horn Handle).

It has been sharpened and is ready to use upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening service.

It features engravings “伊夜日子” (Iyahiko) and “菊秀作” (Kikuhide-made).

For sushi and sashimi, a well-kept yanagiba like this helps you make long, single-stroke slices that look clean and feel smooth—exactly what sushi chefs aim for in sushi restaurants.

Length: 210mm
Blade Length: 100mm
Blade Width: 34mm
Blade Thickness: 3mm
Weight: 66g

SHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.

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