Vintage Japanese Yanagiba Knife 200mm Carbon Steel Made in Japan 1093

Experience Traditional Sashimi Preparation with a Vintage Japanese Yanagiba

This preserved vintage Japanese Yanagiba knife combines a 200mm carbon steel blade with a wood handle and traditional single-bevel geometry. Made in Japan, this one-of-a-kind pre-owned slicing knife brings the character of Japanese kitchen craft to cooks and collectors who appreciate precise fish preparation.

The Specs

• Knife type: Yanagiba
• Steel: Carbon steel
• Hardness: 58 HRC
• Blade length: 200mm
• Blade thickness: 2.4mm
• Bevel: Single bevel
• Handle: Wood
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Vintage / pre-owned

Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Heritage

The Yanagiba is Japan's traditional sashimi slicing knife. Its long, single-bevel blade draws through fish and other proteins in one clean pull, helping preserve texture and produce thin, neatly presented slices. This vintage example carries the character of Japanese bladesmithing tradition in a form suited to kitchen use or display.

The 200mm carbon steel blade offers controlled handling for detailed slicing, while the wood handle completes its traditional design. No individual brand or maker is recorded in the existing description, so no additional maker history has been attributed to this piece.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never put in the dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil to the carbon steel blade to help prevent rust
• Sharpen on a whetstone, preserving the single-bevel geometry
• Professional sharpening is recommended if unfamiliar with single-bevel knives
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll