Yoshihiro JOUSAKU Mukimono – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Hongasumi Finish Japanese Single-Bevel Vegetable Carving Knife
This Yoshihiro JOUSAKU Mukimono is crafted from Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel widely used in professional kitchen knives. It is known for its exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening, allowing precise edge refinement for detailed vegetable preparation.
White Steel #2 is highly valued for its fine grain structure and ability to achieve extremely sharp edges, making it ideal for chefs who require precision in intricate cutting and decorative work.
The Mukimono is a traditional Japanese single-bevel vegetable knife closely related to the Usuba, but designed specifically for detailed decorative cutting and fine carving work. It features a thinner profile and a fine tip, allowing precise control for peeling, shaping, and intricate vegetable artistry. The spine is typically thinner than a standard Usuba, enhancing maneuverability.
It is a right-handed single-bevel knife designed for professional use. The handle is made from Magnolia wood with a Buffalo horn bolster, providing durability and a stable, traditional Japanese balance.
Compared to Blue Steel, White Steel offers superior sharpness potential and easier sharpening, making it preferred by chefs who prioritize precision and fine detail work.
| Brand | Goh Umanosuke Yoshihio 郷右馬允義弘 |
| Blade Type | Mukimono (or also known as "KENMUKI") /Single bevel for Right Handed |
| Blade Material | Yasuki White Steel #2 |
| Series | JOUSAKU 上作 |
| Blade Length |
180 mm/7.1" |
| Handle | D-shaped Japanese Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster | Buffalo Horn *Color may vary, due to natural products. |
| Option | Wooden Saya Cover & Saya Pin, originally stamped by Yoshihiro |
*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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