The Sakai Takayuki Kigami Yanagiba 300mm is a traditional Japanese knife handcrafted in Sakai, Japan. Featuring Kigami carbon steel, known for its toughness and sharpness, this knife offers a reliable balance of edge retention and ease of sharpening. With reactive iron cladding that develops a protective patina over time, it’s an excellent choice for home cooks and professionals looking for their first high-quality yanagiba without breaking the bank.
Handcrafted in Sakai, Japan for Sakai Takayuki
281mm / 11.06" cutting edge length
Kigami carbon steel core, known for its toughness and sharpness
Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
Traditional D-shaped magnolia wood handle with resin ferrule
Designed for right-handed users
About Kigami Steel
Hitachi's Kigami is a high-carbon Japanese tool steel, similar in composition to their Shirogami (White) steel. It excels at taking fine edges, performs well with high-polished acute angles at high hardness, and is widely used in mid-range kitchen knives for reliable performance.
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Sakai Takayuki Kigami Yanagiba, please refer to our care guide below.
Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
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 Care Guide
