Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Knife 8.3 in

Ryutoku Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Knife – 8.3 in Blade

The Yanagiba, literally "willow blade," is the iconic knife of Japanese sushi masters. Its long, thin, single-bevel blade lets you slice raw fish in a single, continuous pulling motion, from heel to tip, without ever sawing through the flesh — an essential technique for preserving the texture and delicacy of sashimi or sushi-grade fish. This Ryutoku model, made of stainless steel, features a traditional octagonal honoki wood handle designed for a stable grip during long cutting sessions. Like most Yanagiba knives, it's designed for right-handed use, in keeping with the tradition of single-edged Japanese knives.

KNIFE DETAILS

• Knife type: Yanagiba – a traditional single-bevel Japanese knife for slicing sashimi and sushi
• Blade material: Stainless steel
• Handle: Honoki wood
• Blade length: 21 cm / 8.3 in
• Total length: 34 cm / 13.4 in
• Dishwasher safe: No. Hand wash only with lukewarm water; dry immediately after use (the natural wood handle is sensitive to prolonged moisture)
• Made in Japan