Kuromatsu white 2 kiritsuke yanagiba 270 with an octagonal ho wood handle

The yanagiba knife, with its long, slender blade, was crafted in Edo-period Japan for slicing sashimi and neta for sushi. Its single-bevel edge allows chefs to cut in one fluid motion, preserving each slice’s delicate texture. Treasured by sushi chefs, the yanagiba represents Japan’s dedication to precision and tradition. The kiritsuke tip ads a bit more weight to the tip part, great for scoring and other tip work. 

The Kuromatsu single bevel white 2 line of knives consists of single bevel knives made from White Steel #2, known for its ability to take and hold an incredibly sharp edge with a little added toughness. These knives are skillfully ground to some of the smoothest bevels in Sakai.

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This knife is not stainless and should be kept dry as much as possible.

Hand wash and dry thoroughly immediately after use.