Sakai Minamoto Masakatsu Yanagiba Knife, Sharpened, Water Buffalo Handle, Sashimi Knife, Premium Grade, 175mm

Sakai Minamoto Masakatsu Yanagiba Knife

The yanagiba is a traditional Japanese sashimi knife designed to create smooth, pleasant slices with pull cutting.

This knife is single-beveled and made of hagane (high-carbon steel). Although very compact, it is a true high-grade piece with a water buffalo handle and a sharp, authentic carbon-steel edge. It should let you enjoy slicing sashimi from fish blocks at home with a genuinely traditional feel.

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 “堺源正勝作” (Sakai Minamoto Masakatsu-made) and “極上” (Premium Grade).

Even in a smaller size, a quality yanagiba can make sushi and sashimi prep feel “real,” giving you cleaner slices with less tearing—exactly what sushi chefs aim for.

Length: 305mm
Blade Length: 175mm
Blade Width: 25mm
Blade Thickness: 3-4mm
Weight: 88g

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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