Vintage Kagemitsu Yanagiba Knife 210mm Carbon Steel Magnolia Wood Handle 2245

Experience a blade steeped in samurai legend - a vintage Kagemitsu Yanagiba paying homage to the 14th-century Osafune master swordsmith, forged in the single-bevel tradition of Sakai, Japan.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel
• Blade type: Yanagiba, single-bevel, right-handed
• Blade length: 210mm
• Handle: Magnolia wood (wa-style)
• Origin: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
• Condition: Pre-owned
• Name reference: Homage to 14th-century Osafune swordsmith Kagemitsu
• SKU: 2245

The name Kagemitsu evokes one of the most revered swordsmiths of feudal Japan - a 14th-century Osafune master whose blades were prized by samurai for their exceptional geometry and edge retention. This vintage Yanagiba carries that spirit into the kitchen: a long, slender single-bevel blade purpose-built for drawing cuts through fish and sashimi with minimal resistance. Carbon steel construction means a razor-sharp edge that hones beautifully and develops a rich patina with use. The magnolia wood wa-handle sits light in the hand, keeping the balance forward where it belongs on a pulling blade. A rare collector's piece with a name that carries real weight.

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 on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer