The Yanagi knife or otherwise known as Yanagiba is the long Japanese knife used for cutting raw fish into slices for making sushi and mainly sashimi. Its short, long blade is ideal for slicing fish and other foods in one continuous motion, preserving their freshness and integrity.
Yanagi-Sashimi Knife
The Yanagi knife or otherwise known as Yanagiba is the long Japanese knife used for cutting raw fish into slices for making sushi and mainly sashimi. Its short, long blade is ideal for slicing fish and other foods in one continuous motion, preserving their freshness and integrity.
Blade Material
Tojiro used "Shirogami" steel as the core in this knife, which is one of the hardest steels worldwide, and then their craftsmen forged it with layers of iron.
If you want to cut food into very thin slices or create pieces with great symmetrical precision, and even with quick movements without leaving food residues on the knife, then you will love the single edge of this knife.
Its hardness rating is 60 (±1) HRC (a knife with a hardness above 56 HRC is considered good).
Comfortable oak wood handle
The handle of this Tojiro knife honors the tradition of Japanese cuisine and is made from oak wood, a hard and durable wood that withstands both continuous and tough use, as well as contact with food and kitchen materials. The round shape of the handle makes the knife comfortable and practical to use from any angle, providing you with ergonomics and complete control during use. The wooden handle harmonizes perfectly with the metal of the blade and is joined with a collar made of genuine buffalo horn.
Cutting board
It is recommended to make cuts on wooden or plastic cutting surfaces. Glass, stone, and marble cutting surfaces are unsuitable, as they can cause permanent damage to the knife blades.
Cleaning
Wash the knife with warm water before using it for the first time. After each use, make sure to wash the knife without delay (with a simple detergent) and dry it with a soft cloth. Especially if you have cut acidic foods, you must wash the knife immediately after use.
For your safety, you should always wipe the knife away from your body and away from the edge, with a cloth or towel.
It is not recommended to wash it in the dishwasher but by hand, in order to protect its material and maintain its sharpness for a long time.
Sharpening
No matter how sharp a knife is initially, after some use it needs sharpening, which you can achieve with a sharpener, whetstone, or honing rod.
You can tell if your knife cuts well with an easy test using the knife and a piece of paper. A sharp knife can easily and cleanly cut a piece of paper. In contrast, a knife that needs sharpening will struggle and its cut will be jagged.
It is also recommended to occasionally have your knives sharpened by a professional to repair any potential damage to the blade edge and to maintain sharpness.
- Product Number
- F-930
- Type
- Fillet
- Material
- Shirogami
- Handle Material
- Wooden
- Japanese
- No
- Professional Series
- Yes
- Household Use
- No
- Pieces
- 1 pcs
- Blade Length
- 21 cm
- Colour
- Brown
- with Non-Stick Coating
- No
- Dishwasher safe
- No
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.