{"product_id":"akazawa-arashi-vg10-kyomen-tsurugi-yanagiba-300mm-ebony-handle","title":"Akazawa Arashi VG10 Kyomen Tsurugi Yanagiba 300mm - Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePermanently out of production due to Shiraki's retirement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dramatic synthesis of traditional sword geometry and pristine finishing,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the 300mm Akazawa Arashi Tsurugi Yanagiba is engineered for pure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uncompromised sashimi portioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forged from high-purity Takefu VG10 stainless steel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the blade features a breathtaking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"262\" class=\"\"\u003eKyomen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (mirror) polish that reduces surface drag to near zero while commanding collector-level aesthetic presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its commanding 300mm blade length allows for seamless,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e single-motion drawing strokes through large loins of tuna,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e salmon,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and delicate whitefish without sawing or cell tearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outfitted with an aggressive double-angled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"597\"\u003eTsurugi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (sword-tip) profile and a dense,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e octagonal black ebony wood handle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this piece delivers master-level balance and surgical precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTakefu VG10 Stainless Core:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardened to 60–61 HRC,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this cobalt-alloyed high-carbon stainless steel delivers exceptional apex sharpness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e high corrosion resistance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and dependable edge retention—providing professional cutting keenness without the high maintenance of reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlawless Kyomen (Mirror) Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-buffed to a radiant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e distortion-free mirror polish that reduces surface drag,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e prevents delicate fish flesh from clinging to the blade face,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and highlights the crisp bevel lines of the grind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStriking Tsurugi (Sword-Tip) Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features an acute,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sword-inspired \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003eKensaki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tip that blends the long drawing power of a traditional Yanagiba with pinpoint piercing and scoring precision—ideal for delicate garnishes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pulling skin,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and precision tip work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional 300mm Slicing Reach:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The quintessential length favored by master sushi chefs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ample blade reach ensures long,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uninterrupted pulling strokes across whole fillets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e preserving natural fat striations and moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Single-Bevel (Kataba) Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a chisel-ground front bevel paired with a concave \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003eurasuki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e back flat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creating a razor-thin cutting edge that parts flesh with zero crushing or resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExhibition Octagonal Ebony Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-turned from dense,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e naturally water-resistant black ebony wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The traditional octagonal (Hakkaku) geometry provides a secure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tactile grip and counterbalances the 300mm blade for neutral forward control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003eAkazawa (赤沢)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eArashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eTsurugi Yanagiba (Sword-Tip Sashimi Knife \/ Kensaki)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003e300mm (11.8 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003eTakefu VG10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003eKyomen (Full Mirror Polish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e60 – 61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,1,0\"\u003eNatural Black Ebony Wood (Octagonal \/ Hakkaku)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Grind \/ Bevel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,1,0\"\u003eTraditional Single-Bevel (Right-Handed Kataba with Urasuki)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,1,0\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eCare Instructions \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eMicrofiber Wash \u0026amp; Dry Only:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wash gently by hand using warm water,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mild liquid soap,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a soft microfiber towel or non-abrasive sponge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"136\"\u003eNever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e use scouring pads,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e abrasive sponges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or metal polishes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as they will scratch the high-gloss \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"234\"\u003eKyomen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDishwasher Prohibition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never clean this knife in a dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extreme heat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e harsh chemical detergents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and violent water spray will degrade the natural ebony handle and destroy the fine cutting apex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStrictly for Boneless Slicing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed exclusively for raw fish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e boneless proteins,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and soft culinary garnishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use this blade on bones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cartilage,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shells,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or frozen products,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which will chip the delicate single-bevel edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sharpen on fine Japanese water whetstones (3000–8000+ grit) following traditional single-bevel techniques (polishing the primary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003eshinogi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bevel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gently deburring on the concave \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"188\"\u003eurasuki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid honing rods,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pull-through sharpeners,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or motorized wheels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shiraki Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67832087773414,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/080A0301.jpg?v=1792703623","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/products\/akazawa-arashi-vg10-kyomen-tsurugi-yanagiba-300mm-ebony-handle","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}