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Shoichi Hashimoto "Tobikumo" Yanagiba 300mm

$5,790.00 AUD

Knife Specifications

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Style

Yanagiba

Blade Material

Blue 2 + White 2 Coreless Damascus Twist

Handle Material

Octagon Ebony & Blonde

Bevel

Single Bevel

Maintenance Level

Medium

Edge Length

305mm

Overall Length

454mm

Spine Thickness

4.4mm/3.8mm

Blade Height

38mm

Weight

290g

HRC

~62

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Yanagiba knife, a staple in traditional Japanese cuisine, is a slender, long-bladed knife primarily used for slicing sashimi and sushi. Its graceful, single-beveled edge guarantees precise, thin cuts, preserving the texture and integrity of the fish. Revered for its sharpness and balance, the Yanagiba is essential for authentic Japanese food preparation.

Steel Type

Japanese Blue Steel #2, or "Aogami" #2, is a revered high-carbon steel alloyed with low amounts of chromium and tungsten. It strikes an excellent balance between durability, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Slightly more ductile than Blue #1, it's widely used in crafting traditional Japanese knives, beloved by chefs for its resilience and sharpness, albeit is slightly softer than Blue 1.

Care Information

This knife is made from a high-carbon steel and as such, will require a little more care than a regular off-the-shelf knife. It must be dried shortly after use, as prolonged exposure to moisture can cause rust spots to appear. A very light coat of oil during storage also helps to prevent rust spots. A patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will occur with use.

Introducing

Shoichi Hashimoto

Renowned for crafting some of the most breathtaking Damascus patterns found in Japan, Shoichi Hashimoto seamlessly blends exceptional artistic vision with deep metallurgical expertise. Initially recognized primarily as a Damascus steel artist, Hashimoto-san transitioned into kitchen knife production several years ago, quickly earning acclaim among collectors, chefs, and knife enthusiasts worldwide.

Frequent exhibitor at renowned international knife events such as the Seki Knife Show in Japan and the New York Knife Show, Shoichi Hashimoto continues to capture admiration not just for the beauty of his knives, but also for their superior cutting performance. In the words of one experienced sushi chef, the kireaji (sharpness and cutting feel) of Hashimoto-san’s knives is truly "unrivalled."

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