Satake Tomoko Yanagi / Sashimi Japanese Kitchen Knife 20.5 cm

Japanese Quality in the Kitchen

The Satake Tomoko Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese kitchen knife with a characteristically long, narrow, and rigid blade, ideal for slicing fresh fish fillets into almost transparent, paper-thin slices. This 20.5 cm Yanagiba knife, also known as a sashimi knife, is essential not only for masterful sashimi preparation but also perfect for making sushi, delicious fish carpaccio, and other refined dishes where precise slicing and clean cuts are crucial. The single-beveled edge ensures a beautiful, smooth cutting surface.

The Yanagiba (柳刃包丁), or simply sashimi knife, originates from Japan. Its history dates back to the 14th century when the Japanese began consuming raw fish. The art of sashimi, thinly sliced raw fish, became widely popular in the 17th century, prompting the development of a specialized knife for this delicate technique. The name Yanagiba combines "willow leaf" (yanagi) and "blade" (ba), aptly describing the knife's long, thin blade resembling a willow leaf. The single-sided bevel ensures extremely clean and precise cuts, preserving the delicate texture of the fish.

Today, the Yanagiba knife is primarily used for sashimi preparation. Its precise cutting allows thin slicing of fish fillets without damaging the flesh's structure. The Satake Tomoko Yanagiba is also suitable for other kitchen tasks such as elegant slicing of certain vegetables and fruits where the long, sharp blade is advantageous.

Key Features:

• Satake Tomoko Yanagiba Japanese knife

• 20.5 cm blade length

• Specifically designed for sashimi (thin fish slices)

• Ideal for sushi and fish carpaccio preparation

• Long, narrow, and rigid blade for precise cuts

• Single-sided bevel for a clean cutting surface

Specifications:

• Blade length: 20.5 cm

• Blade material: U420J2

• Hardness: 56 HRC

• Handle material: Natural wood

• Total length: 32 cm

• Bevel: Single-sided

• Item number: 803-755

• Weight: 90 g/piece