Vintage Masaaki / Masateru Sashimi Set Carbon Steel Magnolia Wood Handle Knife Case 2253

Experience a rare signed Sakai sashimi set - three vintage Masaaki carbon steel blades bearing the "Tokusei Masaaki" mark, presented in a knife case as a complete Japanese sashimi collection.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel
• Set contents: 3x sashimi knives (single-bevel, right-handed)
• Handle: Magnolia wood (wa-style)
• Includes: Knife case
• Origin: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
• Condition: Pre-owned
• Signature: Kanji "特製 正晃" (Tokusei Masaaki, "special make - Masaaki") on each blade
• SKU: 2253

Three blades, one signature, one provenance. Each knife in this set carries the kanji "特製 正晃" (Tokusei Masaaki) - a mark used by Sakai smiths to designate their finest work, made with extra care and refined geometry beyond standard production. Sashimi knives are single-bevel blades purpose-built for the long drawing cuts that produce clean, translucent slices of raw fish without tearing the flesh. Carbon steel delivers the razor-sharp edge this technique demands, and develops a natural patina with use. The magnolia wood wa-handles keep the balance light and the feel traditional. Presented in a knife case, this is a genuinely rare matched set from a named Sakai artisan - a collector's find and a working kitchen asset in one.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to prevent rust
• Hone on the flat (ura) side only - single-bevel geometry
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones (1000/3000 grit)
• Store in the knife case or on a magnetic rack - never loose in a drawer