Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki Mirror Finished Blue Steel Yanagi-Kiritsuke Sushi Sashimi Japanese Knife with Sterling Silver Ring Ebony Handle
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High-Carbon Care
This item is made from high-carbon steel. It offers excellent sharpness but can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and properly maintained.
- 65 HRC
- No
- Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel is not stain resistant. High-carbon steel can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and cared for, in exchange for the sharper edge it holds.
Saya Cover
This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
- Primary Use
- Sashimi / Raw fish slicing
- Blade Metal
- Blue Steel #2
- Grade
- Mizu Honyaki
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 65 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Single Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Mirror
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Silver Ring Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Mizu Honyaki translates to "true forged," embodying the purest reflection of traditional Japanese sword-making artistry. Our master craftsmen employ the same time-honored techniques passed down through generations, producing knives of exceptional caliber. The hand forging of these knives from a single piece of high-carbon steel demands extraordinary skill, enduring the extreme temperatures of thousands of degrees within a furnace.
Our handmade Yoshihiro Mizu Honyaki knives exemplify meticulous craftsmanship, forged from the highest quality steel according to ancient methods. Each knife is created by master artisans with over 50 years of experience, ensuring that every blade reflects the pinnacle of Japanese knife-making expertise. Made from a single piece of Blue Steel, with a remarkable hardness of 65 on the Rockwell scale, the steel is heated in furnaces that reach extraordinary temperatures, quenched in cool water for optimal hardness, and polished to a brilliant mirror finish, blending stunning aesthetics with top-tier performance.
Complemented by a traditional Japanese style handcrafted premium Ebony wood handle, each knife features a Water Buffalo horn bolster and Sterling Silver Ring. A protective wooden sheath, known as a Saya, is included, safeguarding the knife and enhancing its presentation when not in use. The Yanagi is a long slicing knife specifically designed for crafting thin slices of fish for sushi and sashimi. Renowned as one of the most essential traditional Japanese knives, it is an invaluable tool in the repertoire of many chefs.
The elegant thin blade allows for long, uninterrupted strokes, preserving the integrity and freshness of the ingredients. The Yanagi Kiritsuke variant is slightly heavier, featuring a wider blade and a thicker spine, making it ideal for chefs working in smaller spaces. The sword tip aids in balancing the knife's weight, providing versatility for various culinary tasks. Elevate even the simplest preparations with this handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
Care & Origin
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Care Instructions
- Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher. - Sharpening Method
- Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.