Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Yanagiba – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Hongasumi Finish Japanese Sashimi Knife
This Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Yanagiba is crafted from Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel known for its exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. With fewer alloying elements compared to Blue Steel, it allows for extremely fine edge refinement, making it ideal for precise sashimi slicing.
It is a right-handed single-bevel knife designed for traditional professional use. The handle is made from Magnolia wood with a Buffalo horn bolster, providing a balanced and authentic Japanese feel. The blade features a refined Hongasumi finish, highlighting traditional craftsmanship.
Compared to Blue Steel, White Steel offers superior sharpness potential and easier sharpening, making it highly favored by chefs who prioritize precision over edge retention.
| Brand | Sakai Takumi Ajimasa 堺匠味正 |
| Blade type | Yanagiba Knife/Single bevel for Right Handed |
| Blade material | Yasuki White Steel(Shirogami) #2 |
| Model | YW Series |
| Blade Length |
210 mm/8.3" |
| Handle | D-shaped Japanese Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster | Buffalo Horn *Color may vary due to natural products |
| Option | Wooden Saya Cover & Saya Pin |
| Remarks | For professional use, sharpening with a whetstone before first use is recommended. The blade is pre-sharpened but traditionally refined by users according to preference. |
*Definition of Blade Length:the Length from top edge of the blade(tip) to Root of the steel(Machi),not top edge of the blade(tip) to the end(Ago).
** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.
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