Japanese sushi knife set view: mirror blade with wavy pattern and checkered handle

Yoshihiro Honyaki White Steel Mirror Finished Namiukashi Sakimaru Takobiki Sushi Sashimi Japanese Knife with Triple Nickel Silver Ring Ebony Handle

11.8" (300mm)
$1,199.99 USD
Sale price  $1,199.99 USD Regular price 
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Yoshihiro Honyaki White Steel Mirror Finished Namiukashi Sakimaru Takobiki Sushi Sashimi Japanese Knife with Triple Nickel Silver Ring Ebony Handle

SKU:

HYSTMINAMI300TSVEHMS
$1,199.99 USD
Sale price  $1,199.99 USD Regular price 
Blade Length

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.

Blade Hardness
64-65 HRC
Stain Resistant
No
Saya Cover
Free Magnolia Saya Cover Included
Full Specifications

Blade

Knife Type
Sakimaru Takobiki (Sashimi Knife)
Primary Use
Sashimi / Raw fish slicing
Blade Metal
White Steel #2
Grade
Honyaki
Construction
Mono-Steel
Blade Hardness
64-65 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

The Yoshihiro Honyaki Sakimaru Takobiki Knife exemplifies the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship, embodying the essence of Honyaki, or "true forged." This knife is a remarkable achievement, crafted using ancient sword-making techniques that have been meticulously passed down through generations. Our master craftsmen employ extraordinary skill, forging each knife from a single piece of high-carbon White Steel #2, which boasts an impressive Rockwell hardness of 65. This involves heating the steel in furnaces that reach temperatures exceeding thousands of degrees, followed by a quenching process in cool water to achieve exceptional hardness. The result is a knife that seamlessly blends aesthetic beauty with high performance, polished to a brilliant mirror finish.

Each Yoshihiro Honyaki knife is handcrafted with unparalleled attention to detail by artisans with decades of experience, ensuring a level of quality that is hard to match. The Sakimaru Takobiki is specifically designed for slicing paper-thin pieces of fish for sashimi. Its elegantly thin blade allows for long, uninterrupted strokes, preserving the integrity and freshness of delicate ingredients. The knife's round sharp tip is particularly useful for cutting through the long tentacles of sashimi, while its unique shape excels in preparing perfect sushi rolls. The Takobiki's design enables the rounded tip to be angled along the cutting board, allowing for clean, precise slices that elevate even the simplest culinary tasks.

Complemented by its stunning aesthetics and functionality, the Yoshihiro Honyaki Sakimaru Takobiki Knife is not just a tool; it's a work of art that enhances your culinary experience. With this handcrafted knife in your kitchen, every meal becomes a celebration of skill, tradition, and the beauty of fine craftsmanship.

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.

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