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Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#2 sakimaru 300mm
Regular price¥48,000 JPY
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Specifications
Yoshikazu Tanaka forged this Sakimaru Takohiki knife for the Goh Umanosuke Yoshihiro brand. The core steel is Shirogami #2 (White #2), known for its sharpness and ease of sharpening. The knife is fitted with a traditional octagonal magnolia handle with a blonde horn ferrule. Sharpening was executed by Masaya Shimizu of Yamawaki Hamono. Compared to a Yanagiba, a Takohiki is slimmer and narrower.
Handle: Octagonal magnolia with blonde horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Yoshikazu Tanaka Shirogami #2 Sakimaru Takohiki knife, please refer to our care guide below.
Please note that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
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