The Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 damascus gyuto is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife, forged by renowned Sakai-based blacksmith Yoshikazu Tanaka. Shirogami#1 steel core, known for exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. The blade showcases a stunning damascus finish. Sharpened by Masaya Shimizu of Yamawaki hamono. The knife is thin behind the edge with a full convex grind.
As a gyuto, this knife is a versatile, all-purpose chef's knife designed for a wide range of kitchen tasks, including slicing, chopping, and mincing various ingredients.
Overall length: 349mm Blade length (heel to tip): 203mm Blade height at the heel: 51.2mm Spine thickness at thehandle: 3.1mm Spine thickness at the heel: 2.9mm Spine thicknessmidway: 2.2mm Spine thickness 1cm from thetip: 1.3mm Weight: 174g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal rosewood Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included ⎯
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 damascus 210mm gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs.
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Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 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 Care Guide