Yoshikazu Ikeda crafted this shirogami#3 honyaki sujihiki for his house brand, Sakai Hokushin. Sharpened to precision by Hideki Ino. The blade features a mirror finish on its hardened steel. It's complemented by a simple octagonal ebony handle. The sujihiki is primarily intended for slicing fish and boneless meats, making it a favorite choice for chefs and culinary enthusiasts who prioritize clean and efficient cuts.
··•·· Brand: Sakai Hokushin Blacksmith: Yoshikazu Ikeda Sharpener: Hideki Ino Location: Sakai, Japan Finish: mirror finish on hardened steel ("ha")
Construction type: abura-honyaki Steel: shirogami#3/ white#3
Overall length: 392mm Blade length (heel to tip): 230mm Blade height at heel: 39.5mm Spine thickness at handle: 2.7mm Spine thickness at heel: 2.6mm Spine thickness at middle: 2.2mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm Weight: 184g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony with horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Yoshikazu Ikeda shirogami#3 sujihiki, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
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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