SAMURA Kaiju Yanagiba Sushi Knife 240 mm, AUS-8 Steel, Pakkawood Handle

The SAMURA Kaiju Yanagiba stands out with its traditional single-bevel edge, purpose-built for clean, precise slices of sushi, sashimi, and delicate fish fillets. Its 240 mm blade is forged from AUS-8 stainless steel, hardened to 58 HRC for a balance of sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.

Highlights

• Traditional single-bevel Yanagiba grind for right-handed use
• AUS-8 stainless steel blade, 58 HRC hardness
• Full tang construction with a durable pakkawood handle
• Flat grind and 2.5 mm blade thickness for effortless slicing
• High stain and corrosion resistance, hand wash only

In daily use

The long, narrow blade glides through raw fish in a single stroke, preserving texture and presentation. The pakkawood handle offers a secure, comfortable grip even during extended prep. As a single-bevel knife, it is optimized for right-handed slicing techniques.

Full specifications

• Knife type: Yanagiba sushi knife
• Blade length: 240 mm
• Overall length: 385 mm
• Blade material: AUS-8 stainless steel
• Blade hardness: 58 HRC
• Handle material: Pakkawood
• Blade edge: Single bevel (right-handed)
• Blade thickness: 2.5 mm
• Blade width at heel: 35 mm
• Tang type: Full tang
• Grind: Flat grind
• Corrosion resistance: High
• Stain resistance: High
• Recommended care: Hand wash only
• Intended use: Slicing sushi, sashimi, and delicate fish fillets
• Series: Kaiju

Final note

A specialized tool for sushi chefs and enthusiasts who demand clean, precise cuts from a traditional Japanese blade.