Yoshihiro is a brand by Yamawaki Cutlery Mfg. Co. Ltd.---one of the biggest knifemakers in Sakai, Japan. The cutlery ("hamono") was established in 1945 and has been providing high-quality knives for home and professional use. Early on, they were mainly involved in providing high-end kitchen knives and are known for their high-value-added services (sharpening and polishing).
They have a significant contribution to the expansion of Sakai's high-end Japanese knife market. Some of the well-known blacksmiths working with them are Genkai Masakuni, Kenji Togashi, Yoshikazu Ikeda, and Satoshi Nakagawa.
Construction type: sanmai Steel: AUS10 Steel type: stainless
Overall length: 360mm Blade length (heel to tip): 216mm Blade height at heel: 47.2mm Spine thickness at handle: 2.0mm Spine thickness at heel: 1.9mm Spine thickness at middle: 1.7mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 0.9mm Weight: 134g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal magnolia with horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Magnolia saya/ sheath: included
Friendly reminder: Regular maintenance is necessary for Japanese knives, like this Yoshihiro AUS10 damascus nami gyuto knife. Please follow our care guide for proper handling.
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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 View Care Guide
