Vintage Sakai Toshimitsu Saku Three-Knife Set 2348

Experience specialised Japanese preparation with a vintage three-knife set

This Sakai Toshimitsu Saku-labelled set brings together yanagiba, deba and usuba knife patterns for slicing, fish preparation and vegetable work, with a box to keep the collection together.

The Specs

• Listed contents: yanagiba 200mm, deba 150mm and usuba 160mm
• Steel listed: carbon steel; exact grade and blade construction not confirmed
• Inscription previously transcribed as Sakai Toshimitsu Saku
• Included: box listed as original; originality requires confirmation
• Origin recorded: Japan
• Condition: vintage
• Handle materials and edge angles: not confirmed for the individual knives

Heritage & Use

The Sakai Toshimitsu Saku name is retained from the recorded blade inscription. Each knife brings a distinct role to the kitchen: the yanagiba profile suits drawing slices, the deba is associated with fish preparation, and the usuba with precise vegetable work. Together, these traditional Japanese patterns offer a collectible set for cooks who enjoy choosing a specialised blade for each task. No specific smith, manufacturing date or forging method has been verified for this set.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash each knife individually; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to help prevent rust
• Do not use a honing rod until each knife's bevel is confirmed
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following each blade's existing geometry
• Store clean and dry with edges protected in the box