{"product_id":"masamoto-vg-series-yanagiba-honkasumi-vg-10-steel-cobalt-steel-sashimi-knife","title":"Masamoto VG Series Yanagiba Honkasumi VG-10 Steel (Cobalt Steel) - Sashimi Knife","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Forged Japanese Sashimi Knife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masamoto VG Series Yanagiba represents the absolute highest grade of traditional Japanese-style slicing knives produced by the legendary Masamoto Sohonten. Expertly hand-forged (Honkasumi) by master artisans, this masterwork is specifically engineered for professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts who demand perfection in sushi and sashimi preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMasterwork of VG-10 Cobalt Steel (HRC 60-61)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a premium VG-10 Cobalt Steel core, this Yanagiba delivers an unparalleled cutting experience. The integration of cobalt elevates the steel to an exceptional hardness of HRC 60 to 61, ensuring extraordinary edge retention and superior wear resistance. Unlike traditional high-carbon steel knives, this advanced stainless formulation provides maximum rust resistance and effortless maintenance without sacrificing that signature, razor-sharp Japanese bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle-Bevel Edge for Flawless Slicing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a traditional Single Bevel Edge (Kataba), the long, narrow blade allows you to slice boneless fish fillets from tail to head in a single, fluid pull motion. This ultra-sharp edge angle causes absolute minimal cell damage to the cut surface. By preserving the delicate cells of raw fish, it locks in the authentic flavor, pristine texture, and brilliant visual gloss required for world-class sashimi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional D-Shaped Magnolia Handle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to centuries-of-old traditions, this knife is fitted with a D-shaped Japanese magnolia wood (Magnolia) handle. Known for its natural slip resistance and lightweight balance, it is beautifully complemented by a genuine black buffalo horn bolster (ferrule).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Please note: Saya\/sheath is not included).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Available Sizes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagiba 240mm (9.4”)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 390mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8mm | \u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagiba 270mm (10.6”)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 420mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2mm | \u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagiba 300mm (11.8”)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 460mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.7mm | \u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagiba 330mm (12.9”)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 490mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.8mm | \u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 260g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Masamoto Knives","offers":[{"title":"VG-0424 Yanagiba 9.4inch (240mm)","offer_id":45917529571527,"sku":"VG-0424","price":89500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"VG-0427 Yanagiba 10.6inch (270mm)","offer_id":45917529604295,"sku":"VG-0427","price":99100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"VG-0430 Yanagiba 11.8inch (300mm)","offer_id":45917529637063,"sku":"VG-0430","price":115100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"VG-0433 Yanagiba 12.9inch (330mm)","offer_id":45917529669831,"sku":"VG-0433","price":131100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/6217\/3383\/files\/masamoto-vg-yanagiba-sashimi-knife-vg10-steel_73fc3c38-0a23-4cea-80fb-4f8cbd98abc4.webp?v=1777633714","url":"https:\/\/kyotolux.com\/en-jp\/products\/masamoto-vg-series-yanagiba-honkasumi-vg-10-steel-cobalt-steel-sashimi-knife","provider":"KyotoLux","version":"1.0","type":"link"}