The Genkai Masakuni Honyaki Shirogami #2 330mm Sakimaru Takohiki is a single-bevel slicing knife from Karatsu, Saga, Japan. Forged from Hitachi Shirogami #2 steel with a polished finish, it offers excellent edge retention and precise cutting for professional sushi chefs and honyaki collectors.
Details
Blacksmith: Genkai Masakuni
Sharpener: Nori Igarashi
Location: Karatsu, Saga, Japan
Knife Type: Sakimaru Takohiki
Steel Category: Carbon
Steel Type: Hitachi Shirogami #2 / White #2
Blade & Handle Specs
Total Length: 446mm (without handle)
Blade Length: 318mm
Blade Height at Heel: 31.7mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 3.7mm
At the heel: 3.6mm
Midway: 3.0mm
1cm from the tip: 2.2mm
Weight: 177g (without handle)
Edge/bevel: Single bevel
Handle: Octagonal ebony handle with buffalo horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Saya/Sheath: Magnolia saya included
Package Includes:
Kiri box (plain)
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