{"title":"Profile Collection For Yanagiba","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-yanagiba-240mm-9-4-white-2-carbon-steel","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 240mm (9.4\") White 2 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 240mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife featuring Hitachi White 2 carbon steel, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. This 240mm blade measures 230mm from tip to heel with a 30mm heel height and tapers from a 3.7mm spine at the heel to 1.1mm near the tip. The nimai soft iron clad construction features a kasumi surface finish and requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion due to the reactive carbon steel core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite 2 steel offers a sharp cutting edge that is notably easy to sharpen and maintains long-lasting sharpness. Weighing 124g, this yanagiba pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle secured by a black buffalo horn ferrule. The directional handle profile is pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, Japan, the Tokujou line represents an intermediate level traditional wa-honcho with improved fit and finish. This slender blade design facilitates precision slicing of sashimi and seafood with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531078156425,"sku":"SATA_TOKU_YA240","price":369.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/yanag240_f__57696.1405064162.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577507581"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-white-2-yanagiba-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou White 2 Yanagiba 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Tokujou White 2 Yanagiba 270mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this 270mm blade features Hitachi Yasugi White #2 carbon steel with a soft iron clad nimai construction and kasumi finish. The long, slender profile measures 262mm in edge length and 33mm in heel height, designed specifically for precision slicing of sushi and seafood with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite #2 steel offers a sharp cutting edge and is notably easy to sharpen, though it is reactive carbon steel that requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. The spine measures 3.9mm at the heel, tapering to 1.2mm near the tip, supporting the single-bevel geometry required for clean sashimi cuts. Weighing 182g, the knife pairs this blade with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle provides a functional grip and is configured for right-hand operation, completing a traditional Japanese knife suited for dedicated raw protein preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531079401609,"sku":"SATA_TOKU_YA270","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/yanag270_f__29079.1405064169.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577507601"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-yanagiba-300mm-11-8-white-2-carbon-steel","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 300mm (11.8\") White 2 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 300mm is a single bevel sashimi knife featuring Hitachi White 2 carbon steel, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. This 300mm blade measures 292mm in edge length with a heel height of 37mm and spine thickness tapering from 4.3mm at the heel to 1.1mm near the tip. The long, slender profile facilitates precision slicing of sashimi and seafood with minimal effort, serving as a dedicated tool within the Sashimi hōchō family for artful raw protein preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed with nimai soft iron cladding and a kasumi finish, this reactive carbon steel blade requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. White 2 steel offers a sharp cutting edge that is notably easy to sharpen and maintains lasting sharpness through moderate tenacity. Weighing 212g, the knife features a D-shaped ho wood handle with a black buffalo horn ferrule designed specifically for right-handed operation. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this Tokujou line represents an intermediate level WA honcho crafted by a collective of skilled blacksmiths, sharpeners, and handle makers upholding traditional Sakai knife-making methods.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531081302153,"sku":"SATA_TOKU_YA300","price":464.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/yanag300_f__26625.1405064169.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577507615"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-240mm-9-4","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 240mm (9.4\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Inox Yanagiba 240mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring a stainless steel blade for slicing raw fish. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife features nimai stainless clad construction with a migaki surface finish. The Inox steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains 0.5% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.3% molybdenum, and 0.2% vanadium. This composition provides rust resistance and remains easy to sharpen while taking a sharp edge suitable for precise sashimi preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis yanagiba has a 230mm edge length, 30mm heel height, and tapers from a 3.3mm spine at the heel to 1.5mm near the tip. Weighing 139g with a total length of 381mm, it pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. The directional handle is pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation. As part of the Inox line, this knife offers practical durability and ease of care for users prioritising low maintenance in a traditional single bevel profile designed for Japanese cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720997093513,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA240","price":229.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4513.jpg?v=1776665410"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-270mm-10-6","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 270mm (10.6\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Inox Yanagiba 270mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring stainless steel construction. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife features a 269mm edge length and nimai stainless clad blade with a migaki surface finish. The Inox steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains 0.5% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.3% molybdenum, and 0.2% vanadium, providing rust resistance and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for slicing raw fish and seafood, the yanagiba profile has a slender blade that facilitates precision cuts. The spine measures 3.8mm at the heel, 3.2mm at the mid-section, and tapers to 1.3mm near the tip, with a heel height of 33.6mm. Weighing 173g with a total length of 415mm, the knife pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle is pre-installed for right-hand operation and offers a light, functional grip suitable for extended sashimi preparation tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720998469769,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA270","price":279.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/yanagi270_f__47745.1405063739.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577512547"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-300mm-11-8","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 300mm (11.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki INOX line gives you a taste of the Japanese traditional knife profile without the need of paying too much attention on caring the carbon steel. Comes with magnolia wood handle, buffalo horn ferrule (bolster). The steel hardened to HRC 57 means the steel will not chip as easily compare to the carbon steel, combined with its low price, this is the best choice if you are venturing into the beauty of Japanese style kitchen knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e204.5 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e450 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e290 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34.9 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.9 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.4 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.3 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh carbon stainless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57-59 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHo wood oval-shape handle with black ferrule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720999747721,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA300","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4538.jpg?v=1776665244"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-yanagiba-330mm-white-2-carbon-steel","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 330mm White 2 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 330mm is a single bevel sashimi knife featuring Hitachi White 2 carbon steel, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. This 330mm blade measures 325mm from tip to heel with a 36mm heel height and weighs 258g. The spine measures 5.0mm at the heel, 3.4mm at the middle, and tapers to 1.5mm near the tip. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this Tokujou line represents an intermediate level WA honcho with improved fit and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite 2 carbon steel is reactive and requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion. The blade features nimai soft iron clad construction with a kasumi surface finish. It pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle secured by a black buffalo horn ferrule, designed specifically for right-hand operation. This traditional profile suits precise slicing tasks where the long, slender geometry facilitates clean cuts through seafood. The collaborative production approach at Sakai Takayuki ensures consistent craftsmanship across blacksmithing, sharpening, and handle making processes for this specialist tool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532209406089,"sku":"ST_TOKU_YANAGI330","price":529.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/Sakai_Takayuki_Toukuju_White_2_Yanagiba_330mm_1__57703.1453294606.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577514956"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-yanagiba-270mm-left-hand-white-2-carbon-steel","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 270mm Left Hand White 2 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 270mm is a left-handed single bevel sashimi knife featuring Hitachi White 2 carbon steel, best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. The 270mm blade length suits precise slicing tasks in Japanese cuisine, while the specific left-hand orientation accommodates users requiring this directional configuration. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife represents the Tokujou line which offers improved fit and finish within the maker's traditional production framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade features nimai soft iron clad construction with a kasumi surface finish and measures 3.9mm at the heel, tapering to 1.2mm at the tip. White 2 carbon steel is reactive and requires immediate wiping and drying after use to prevent corrosion, though it sharpens readily and holds an edge well. Weighing 182g, the knife pairs this blade with a D-shaped ho wood handle and black buffalo horn ferrule that is pre-installed specifically for left-hand operation. This traditional handle profile provides a functional grip suited to the single bevel yanagiba geometry used for drawing cuts through seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532218187913,"sku":"ST_TOKU_YANAGI270LEFT","price":546.26,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/Sakai_Takayuki_Toukuju_White_2_Yanagiba_270mm_Left_1__08361.1546485847.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577515025"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-tokujou-yanagiba-300mm-left-hand-white-2-carbon-steel","title":"Sakai Takayuki Tokujou Yanagiba 300mm Left Hand White 2 Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Tokujou line is the best-selling Japanese knife for professionals, using white-2 steel from Yasuki. The Tokujou line is hand forged by Master Kenji Togashi, who received the Sakai Traditional Craftsman award in 1996. He is considered as one of the best bladesmiths among his peers. Great fit and finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 257px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532234801289,"sku":"ST_TOKU_YANAGI300LEFT","price":597.08,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/Sakai_Takayuki_Tokujou_Yanagiba_300mm_Lefty__77455.1546485847.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577515104"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-damascus-yanagiba-300mm","title":"Nigara Anmon Kurozome Blue 2 Damascus Yanagiba 300mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara Anmon Kurozome Blue 2 Damascus Yanagiba 300mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts preparing raw fish. Made by Nigara in Aomori, this 300mm blade features an Aogami #2 carbon steel core with soft iron damascus cladding and an etched surface finish. The long, slender profile suits precise slicing tasks required for sushi and seafood preparation, while the reactive construction demands immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 steel measures 61-63 HRC and offers ease of sharpening with resistance to chipping. This nimai-constructed blade has a spine thickness of 4.1mm at the heel, tapering to 0.8mm at the tip, and weighs 239g. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from African ebony with a centre square mosaic pin and subtle taper for comfort during extended use. Headed by eighth-generation mastersmith Go Yoshizawa, Nigara applies inherited Tsugaru sword smith traditions alongside modern metalworking technology to produce this hand-forged yanagiba.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35446207086744,"sku":"NIGARA_ANB2_YANAGI300","price":1049.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraAnmonBlue2RaindropDamascusYanagiba300mmD.jpg?v=1715420398"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-white-3-japan-kinsei-yanagiba-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kinse White 3 Yanagiba 270mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and students requiring an authentic entry-level Japanese blade. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this 270mm yanagiba features Hitachi Yasugi White #3 carbon steel with a reactive soft iron clad nimai construction and kasumi finish. The slender profile measures 4.0mm at the heel, tapering to 1.5mm near the tip across a 260mm edge length, facilitating precise slicing of raw fish and seafood with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 steel contains 0.8% carbon and rates 59-61 HRC, offering a balance between ease of sharpening and edge durability that suits those new to high-carbon cutlery. As a reactive carbon steel without stainless cladding, the blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust and corrosion. Weighing 178g, the knife pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle is pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation, providing a functional grip suited to traditional single bevel technique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39363766190232,"sku":"SATA_W3NK_YA270","price":159.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiWhite3JapanKinseiYabagiba270mma.jpg?v=1615869706"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-white-3-japan-kinsei-yanagiba-300mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 300mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kinse White 3 Yanagiba 300mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and students requiring an authentic entry-level WA hocho for slicing raw fish. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this 300mm blade features Hitachi Yasugi White #3 carbon steel with 0.8% carbon content and a hardness range of 59-61 HRC. The reactive carbon steel core is forge-welded in traditional nimai soft iron clad construction with a kasumi surface finish, providing the fine edge characteristics of Shirogami while remaining forgiving during use and sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis yanagiba measures 290mm from tip to heel with a 36mm heel height and weighs 200g. The spine tapers from 3.8mm at the heel to 1.5mm near the tip, supporting precise draw-cutting motions essential for sashimi preparation. White #3 steel offers easier maintenance than higher-carbon variants but remains highly reactive, requiring immediate drying after use to prevent corrosion. The D-shaped ho wood handle with black buffalo horn ferrule is pre-installed for right-hand operation and provides a lightweight, functional grip suited to extended prep work. This combination of accessible high-carbon performance and classic Sakai craftsmanship suits those entering single bevel cutlery or professionals seeking a dedicated daily slicer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39363773694104,"sku":"SATA_W3NK_YA300","price":199.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiWhite3JapanKinseiYabagiba300mma.jpg?v=1615869713"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-white-3-japan-kinsei-yanagiba-330mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 330mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Kinse White 3 Yanagiba 330mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and students requiring an authentic entry-level Japanese blade. Forged in Sakai by Aoki Hamono, this 330mm profile features Hitachi Yasugi White #3 carbon steel with a Kasumi surface finish. The blade measures 321mm from tip to heel, stands 38.3mm tall at the heel, and weighs 282g. This specific length suits professional kitchens where larger blades are frequently selected for preparing raw fish and seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite #3 steel contains 0.8% carbon and registers 59-61 HRC, making it slightly softer and more forgiving during use than higher-carbon variants. This reactive carbon steel is not stainless clad but features Nimai soft iron cladding, requiring immediate drying and light oiling to prevent rust. The D-shaped Ho wood handle with a black buffalo horn ferrule is directional and pre-installed for right-hand operation. Weighing 282g with a spine thickness of 5.5mm at the heel tapering to 1.5mm near the tip, this Yanagiba provides the geometry necessary for precision slicing tasks in traditional Japanese cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39363777724568,"sku":"SATA_W3NK_YA330","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiWhite3JapanKinseiYabagiba270mma_1ed2f981-7138-47dd-9c8e-e5615b99cefb.jpg?v=1615869686"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-white-3-japan-kinse-yanagiba-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki White 3 Japan Kinse Yanagiba 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Japan Kinse line is a special offering from Sakai Takayuki. White three-carbon steel provides a guarantee for good cutting performance. The unique lettering gives it a more unique appearance. The polishing of the details is also excellent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 257px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e138 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e380 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e230 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e31.3 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e4.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e3.0 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.1 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food, and not as screw driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42470604308701,"sku":"SATA_W3KS_YA240","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/SakaiTakayukiWhite3JapanKinseYanagiba240mma.jpg?v=1645670301"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-vg1-deba-150mm-by-sukenari","title":"Hatsukokoro VG1 Deba 150mm by Sukenari","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro VG1 Deba 150mm by Sukenari is a single bevel fish butchery knife best fit for students and first-time owners of traditional Japanese blades. Forged in Toyama by Sukenari, this 150mm deba features a VG1 stainless steel core with stainless cladding in a nimai construction and migaki surface finish. The blade measures 50mm tall at the heel with a spine width of 5.9mm above the heel, tapering to 2.0mm near the tip, and weighs approximately 208g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVG1 steel contains 1.0% carbon and 14% chromium, providing corrosion resistance and wear resistance suitable for processing fish and seafood. This stainless composition simplifies maintenance for new users learning single bevel care without requiring reactive steel protocols. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule, offering a traditional grip profile for precise control during butchery tasks. As part of the Hatsukokoro collaboration line, this knife provides accessible entry into Sukenari craftsmanship with reasonable fit and finish for household use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44218095730909,"sku":"HT-HSVG1SK-DE150","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroVG1Deba150mmbySukenariF.jpg?v=1698636292"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Inox Yanagiba 270mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring stainless steel construction. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this 270mm blade features nimai stainless clad construction with a migaki surface finish. The Inox steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains 0.5% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.3% molybdenum, and 0.2% vanadium. This composition provides rust resistance and ease of sharpening, suiting users who prioritise straightforward maintenance in raw fish preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for slicing sashimi and seafood, the single bevel geometry facilitates precision cuts with minimal effort. The blade measures 265mm in edge length, 35mm in heel height, and tapers from a 3.2mm spine at the heel and mid-section to 1.0mm at the tip. Weighing 201g, the knife pairs with an octagonal wa handle crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule. This traditional handle profile provides a sturdy grip for precise handling during culinary tasks, completing a practical tool for Japanese cuisine that balances performance with accessible care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44232337457373,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA27KNS","price":279.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiYanagiba270mmC.jpg?v=1698895900"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-暗紋-raindrop-damascus-yanagiba-330mm-blue-2","title":"Nigara Anmon Kurozome Blue 2 Damascus Yanagiba 330mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara Anmon Kurozome Blue 2 Damascus Yanagiba 330mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts requiring precise raw fish preparation. Forged by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this blade features an Aogami #2 carbon steel core with soft iron damascus cladding and an etched surface finish. The 330mm length suits professional kitchen tasks involving large-volume slicing where extended reach is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAogami #2 steel measures 61-63 HRC and contains tungsten and chromium additions that improve toughness and edge retention while maintaining ease of sharpening. As a reactive carbon steel construction without stainless cladding, the blade requires immediate drying and light oiling after use to prevent rust. The single-bevel yanagiba profile produces clean slices through raw fish and seafood with minimal cellular damage during long drawing cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis knife weighs 243g and features an octagonal wa handle crafted from African ebony with a centre square mosaic pin. The handle has a subtle taper for comfort during extended use. 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