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Yoshikazu Ikeda is a highly respected blacksmith from Sakai, Japan, and currently chairs the Sakai Dentoukougeishi ("Traditional Skilled Craftsman") Association. His work, particularly his Honyaki knives, is widely renowned.
This specific knife is a Honyaki Yanagiba, crafted from Shirogami #3 carbon steel, designed for right-handed users, and features an octagonal ebony handle with triple spacers and a buffalo horn ferrule.
Details
Brand/Maker: Yoshikazu Ikeda
Location: Sakai, Japan
Knife Type: Honyaki Yanagiba
Construction Type: Honyaki
Steel Category: Carbon Steel
Steel Type: Shirogami #3 (White #3)
Blade & Handle Specs
Total Length: 454mm
Blade Length: 294mm
Blade Height at Heel: 37.1mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 4.5mm
At the heel: 4.3mm
Midway: 3.2mm
1cm from the tip: 1.6mm
Weight: 252g
Edge/bevel: Single bevel
Handle: Octagonal ebony with triple spacers
Ferrule: Buffalo horn
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 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
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.
