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alt="A close-up of the Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm, a Japanese chefs knife with engraved kanji on the blade and a wooden handle, crafted in Sakai by Yoshikazu Tanaka. The knife rests on a dark textured surface."
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alt="A close-up of the Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm knife blade with engraved Japanese characters, crafted in Sakai, Japan, set against a dark textured background. The polished finish shows subtle reflections."
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alt="Close-up of the handle and blade of a Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm kitchen knife. The light wood handle has a dark section near the blade, crafted in Sakai, Japan, shown against a plain gray background."
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alt="A close-up of the Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm blade shows engraved kanji. To the right, English labels display: Yoshikazu Tanaka and Shirogami #1. The knife rests on a dark textured surface."
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alt="The Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm is a Japanese-style kitchen knife with a wooden handle and pointed steel blade engraved with Japanese characters, crafted by Yoshikazu Tanaka and shown on a dark textured surface."
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alt="Close-up of the blade and handle of the Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm, a stainless steel kitchen knife by Yoshikazu Tanaka, crafted in Sakai, Japan, showing its smooth, reflective surface against a neutral background."
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alt="Close-up of the Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami#1 kiritsuke gyuto 225mm blade, crafted in Sakai, Japan, with engraved markings on Shirogami #1 steel against a plain gray background."
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The Yoshikazu Tanaka shirogami #1 k-tip gyuto 225mm is a handcrafted Japanese chef's knife forged in Sakai by blacksmith Yoshikazu Tanaka. It uses Shirogami #1 carbon steel with iron cladding and features full convex geometry and a robust grind—thin enough without being delicate. A solid midweight option for everyday kitchen use from one of Sakai's best.
Handforged in Sakai, Japan by Yoshikazu Tanaka
216mm (8.50") cutting edge length
Shirogami #1 (White #1) carbon steel core
Full convex geometry and robust grind—thin enough without being delicate
Handle: Octagonal magnolia with blonde horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
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.
