{"title":"Yanagiba","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Japanese Yanagiba knives designed for precise slicing of raw fish, sushi and sashimi. Their long, narrow single-bevel blades allow smooth, clean cuts with minimal tearing, helping preserve the texture and presentation of delicate ingredients. 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Forged from \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2 (White Paper Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers exceptional sharpness, effortless sharpening, and the refined cutting performance that has made traditional Japanese carbon steel the preferred choice of sushi chefs for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for long, clean slicing strokes, this Yanagiba preserves the texture, appearance, and flavour of delicate fish, making it the ideal knife for sushi, sashimi, and fine seafood preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Sakai – Japan's Historic Knife-Making Capital\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 600 years, Sakai has been one of Japan's most respected centres of knife making. Many of the country's finest sushi knives are still handcrafted there using techniques passed down through generations of skilled craftsmen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Touroku Sakai knife reflects this heritage, combining traditional forging methods with the precision required in professional Japanese kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSushi chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish preparation specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious home cooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese knife enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for an authentic traditional Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShirogami #2 (White Paper Steel #2)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Japan's purest traditional carbon steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e61–62 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely fine grain structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding edge refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese cutting feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts purity allows the blade to take an incredibly keen edge, making it a favourite among professional sharpeners and sushi chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Single-Bevel Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yanagiba features a traditional \u003cstrong\u003esingle-bevel edge\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed specifically for precision fish slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis geometry provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaner cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced cutting resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-level slicing performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade glides through fish in one smooth drawing motion, helping preserve delicate flesh without tearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional 270mm Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e270mm blade\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the ideal balance between control and slicing efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt allows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, uninterrupted slicing strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaner sashimi cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter control when portioning fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced sawing motions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional versatility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for preparing sushi, sashimi, and other delicate proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnolia Octagonal Wa Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal magnolia wood handle\u003c\/strong\u003e provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent blade control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced fatigue during extended prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Japanese aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts balanced construction makes the knife feel agile despite its generous blade length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Touroku Sakai\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yanagiba (Sashimi \u0026amp; 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Forged from \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2 (White Paper Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this long-bladed Yanagiba is designed to produce flawless sashimi and sushi cuts with extraordinary precision and minimal resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 300mm blade allows long, uninterrupted slicing strokes that preserve the texture, appearance, and flavour of delicate fish—exactly as Japanese chefs have done for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Sakai – Japan's Historic Knife-Making Capital\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than 600 years, Sakai has been at the heart of Japanese knife making. 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