Yoshikazu Tanaka AS tall gyuto 240mm

Specifications

Zahocho Custom | Limited Run of 10

The Yoshikazu Tanaka AS Tall Gyuto 240mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife forged by Sakai blacksmith Yoshikazu Tanaka. Made as a custom order placed in March 2022, this knife features a taller heel and slightly thicker spine than standard Sakai gyutos.

The blade’s convex grind and behind-the-edge thinness contribute to its cutting performance. The sharpening work reflects the precision expected from Sakai’s experienced craftsmen.

Like other Sakai custom orders, it has a minimalist bokashi finish and a classic octagonal magnolia handle.

Notes

• This Tanaka AS batch was acquired through a different channel, not via Yamawaki Hamono like other Tanaka knives.
• The 210mm version has kanji only on the left side, while the 240mm ended up with kanji on both sides due to a stamping error. This layout was a previous option, so it was retained.

Details

• Blacksmith: Yoshikazu Tanaka
• Sharpener: Undisclosed
• Producing Area: Sakai, Japan
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Finish: Bokashi
• Core Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super)
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel
• Cladding: Iron clad

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall length: 391mm
• Blade length (heel to tip): 231mm
• Blade height at heel: 57.9mm
• Spine thickness:
  • At the handle: 3.9mm
  • At the heel: 3.4mm
  • Midway: 2.4mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
• Weight: 225g
• Balance Point: 33mm from heel
• Edge/bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Octagonal magnolia with blonde horn ferrule
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Additional Notes

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Yoshikazu Tanaka AS 240mm Tall Gyuto, please refer to our care guide below.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
• Handcrafted knives may have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs.