WHITE2 / KIRITSUKE(SASHIMI KNIFE) 240MM
Description
Description
Knife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba knife (Sashimi knife)
Steel Type: White 2
Blade Hardness: HRC 62
Blade Length: 240mm
Handle Material: Octagonal magnolia wood with buffalo horn
Handcrafted in Sakai, Japan, this 240mm Kiritsuke Yanagiba is designed for preparing sashimi, sushi, and other precision slicing tasks.
Forged by Noboru Morinaga of Morinaga Hamono Seisakusho in Sakai, Japan, this blade reflects generations of traditional craftsmanship and the exceptional cutting performance for which Sakai knives are known. It is then expertly sharpened and finished by Shotarou Nomura, whose dedication to traditional hand sharpening has earned him respect among professional chefs and knife enthusiasts alike.
Made from Yasuki White #2 carbon steel, the blade takes an exceptionally keen edge and is easy to sharpen, making it a favourite among chefs who value pure cutting performance.
The traditional octagonal magnolia wood handle with buffalo horn ferrule provides a comfortable and balanced feel in hand, while the single-bevel blade allows for clean, precise cuts with minimal damage to delicate ingredients.
Whether you are preparing sashimi at home or working in a professional kitchen, this Yanagiba delivers the sharpness, control, and craftsmanship that Sakai knives are renowned for.
Each knife includes:
• Traditional Sakai certification sticker
• Nomura Hamono certificate of authenticity
To learn more about the craftsmanship behind this knife, we invite you to watch the workshop video below and discover the traditional techniques used to create Sakai knives by hand.
Workshop video:
All JKG knives are personally selected by a chef with over 15 years of professional kitchen experience.
purchasing policy
purchasing policy
Age Restriction
In accordance with Australian law, knives, including Japanese knives, cannot be sold to individuals under the age of 18. When making a purchase, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older. We reserve the right to request proof of age if necessary. If you are under the age of 18, your order will be canceled, and we will issue a full refund.
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Pricing
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$459.00