A honyakisakimaru takohiki, forged in Karatsu by master bladesmith Mukai Yoneo (Genkai Masakuni) using traditional Mizuhonyaki construction. Featuring Shirogami #1 steel with Nori Igarashi’s sharpening, this 319mm single-bevel knife comes with an ebony octagonal handle, buffalo horn ferrule, and a complete presentation set including a magnolia saya and certificate.
Details
Brand/Maker: Genkai Masakuni
Sharpener: Nori Igarashi
Location: Karatsu, Saga, Japan
Knife Type: Sakimaru Takohiki
Construction Type: Mizuhonyaki
Steel Category: Carbon
Steel Type: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
Blade & Handle Specs
Total Length: 488mm (with handle)
Blade Length: 319mm
Blade Height at Heel: 32.4mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 4.3mm
At the heel: 3.7mm
Midway: 2.2mm
1cm from the tip: 1.7mm
Weight: 248g (with handle)
Weight: 176g (without handle)
Edge/bevel: Single bevel
Handle: Octagonal ebony
Ferrule: Buffalo horn
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Package Includes:
Plain kiri box + regular box
Octagonal ebony handle with buffalo horn ferrule
Magnolia saya
Nishiki bukuro (knife pouch)
Certificate
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide