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Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi yanagiba 270mm

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Regular price ¥19,000 JPY
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Specifications

The Sakai Takayuki Kigami Yanagiba 270mm 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
  • 259mm / 10.20" 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.

Details

  • Brand: Sakai Takayuki
  • Producing Area: Sakai, Japan
  • Knife Type: Yanagiba
  • Core Steel: Kigami
  • HRC: ~60
  • Steel Type: Carbon Steel
  • Cladding: Iron-Clad

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall length: 411mm
  • Blade length (heel to tip): 259mm / 10.20"
  • Blade height at heel: 34.3mm
  • Spine thickness:
    • At the handle: 4.0mm
    • At the heel: 3.9mm
    • Midway: 3.4mm
    • 1cm from the tip: 1.0mm
  • Weight: 193g
  • Edge/bevel: Single bevel
  • Handle: D-shaped magnolia with resin ferrule
  • Hand Orientation: Right-handed
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

  • 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
• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 30-day returns on unused items
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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
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FAQ

Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.

When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.

What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.

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