{"product_id":"takayuki-byakko-kiritsuke-yanagiba","title":"Sakai Takayuki Byakko Kiritsuke Yanagiba – Yasuki White Steel #1 Japanese Sashimi Knife with Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki \u003cstrong\u003eByakko\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke Yanagiba is a premium Japanese Sashimi Knife crafted from \u003cstrong\u003eYasuki White Steel #1 (Shirogami #1)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the highest grades of traditional Japanese Carbon Steel.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eByakko\u003c\/strong\u003e series, meaning “White Tiger,” represents the finest level of Sakai Takayuki craftsmanship. The blade is forged using traditional techniques and carefully finished by skilled Sakai sharpeners to achieve exceptional sharpness and cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke Yanagiba combines the traditional Yanagiba slicing performance with a distinctive pointed tip design. It is a single-bevel Japanese sashimi knife designed for precise slicing of raw fish, allowing smooth pull-cutting while preserving the texture and appearance of sashimi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model features a premium octagonal ebony wood handle with buffalo horn rings at both ends, providing excellent balance, durability, and an elegant traditional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife includes a black lacquered Saya cover, Saya pin, and original box, providing protection and careful storage for this handcrafted Japanese knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining rare \u003cstrong\u003eYasuki White Steel #1\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditional Sakai craftsmanship, and refined fittings, the Byakko Kiritsuke Yanagiba represents the highest level of Japanese professional knife making.\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Cn5KMuR-38k\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMain Photo images show 330 mm model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSakai Takayuki 堺孝行\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiritsuke Style Yanagiba(Sashimi Knife)\/Single bevel for Right Handed \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eByakko(白虎 meaning  \"White Tiger\" in Japanese)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYasuki White Steel #1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e02214: 270 mm\/10.6\"\u003cbr\u003e02215: 300 mm\/11.8\"\u003cbr\u003e02216: 330 mm\/13.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctagonal Ebony Wood with Buffalo Horn Rings at Both ends.\u003cbr\u003e*Color may vary, due to natural products.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Lacquered  Special Saya Cover including Saya Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Definition of Blade Length: the Length from top edge of the blade(tip) to Root of the steel, not top edge of the blade(tip) to the end(Ago).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e===IMPORTANT notes before purchase!!!=== \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.Import duties, taxes(VAT,GST,etc.) and Handling Charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot accept any return or cancellation, due to such duties unpaid in your country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"270 mm","offer_id":37172841865,"sku":"ST-02214-KY270","price":477.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 mm","offer_id":37173138441,"sku":"ST-02215-KY300","price":521.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"330 mm","offer_id":37173138505,"sku":"ST-02216-KY330","price":619.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1937\/5335\/products\/DSCN2748.JPG?v=1562572127","url":"https:\/\/yuisenri.myshopify.com\/products\/takayuki-byakko-kiritsuke-yanagiba","provider":"YuiSenri","version":"1.0","type":"link"}