{"product_id":"tojiro-deba-shirogami-150mm","title":"Tojiro Deba Shirogami 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTojiro Deba 150mm – Shirogami #1 Carbon Steel Fish Knife\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Japanese craftsmanship for serious fish preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTojiro Deba 150mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional Japanese fish butchery knife designed for breaking down whole fish with precision and control. Forged from \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #1 (White Paper #1) carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers exceptional sharpness, effortless sharpening, and the crisp cutting feel that has made traditional Japanese carbon steel the preferred choice of many professional chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with a thick, robust blade and traditional single-bevel geometry, this is a specialist tool made for fish—not a general-purpose kitchen knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrafted in Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTojiro has earned an international reputation for producing authentic Japanese knives that combine traditional craftsmanship with outstanding value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deba remains one of the most important knives in Japanese cuisine, trusted by sushi chefs and fishmongers for generations to process whole fish with accuracy and efficiency.\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\u003eProfessional chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFishmongers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSushi and seafood enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks who regularly prepare whole fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who appreciate traditional carbon steel knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Deba Blade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deba is purpose-built for fish preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts thick spine and substantial weight allow it to handle tasks that lighter knives cannot, while the finely ground cutting edge provides exceptional precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilleting whole fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting through small fish bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortioning fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision work around joints and bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Deba is designed for fish bones only and should never be used on frozen food or large animal bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShirogami #1 Carbon Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #1 (White Paper #1) carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, hardened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e61–62 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Japan's purest traditional knife steels, Shirogami #1 is renowned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely fine edge formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding cutting feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFavoured by chefs who value maximum cutting performance above all else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Carbon Steel Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike stainless steel, Shirogami develops a natural blue-grey patina with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is completely normal and helps protect the blade while giving each knife its own unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, carbon steel knives can provide decades of exceptional performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnolia D-Shape Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional magnolia wood handle is fitted with a durable resin ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D-shaped design is intended for 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made from carbon steel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave the blade wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply camellia oil before long-term storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen using quality Japanese whetstones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a saya or blade guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural patina will develop over time—this is a normal characteristic of traditional carbon steel and helps protect the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamellia Knife Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000\/3000 Grit Japanese Whetstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish Bone Tweezers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaya or Blade Guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd-Grain Cutting 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