Vintage Sumidagawa Gyuto Knife 200mm Carbon Steel Wood Handle 2276

Experience the Spirit of Tokyo's Historic Blade Trade

A genuine piece of mid-century Japanese culinary history, this Vintage Sumidagawa (すみ川) Gyuto 200mm carries the soul of Tokyo's famous Asakusa and Kappabashi trade districts - where professional-grade cutlery was forged and distributed along the banks of the iconic Sumida River. Compact enough for home kitchens, sharp enough for trade use.

The Specs

• Steel: Japanese high-carbon steel
• Blade type: Gyuto (double bevel)
• Blade length: 200mm
• Handle: Wood
• Origin: Tokyo, Japan
• Condition: Pre-owned, never used
• SKU: 2276

Heritage

The Sumidagawa (斅田川) brand is named for the Sumida River - the historic waterway flowing through the heart of Tokyo. In the mid-to-late 20th century, wholesale cutlery guilds based in Asakusa and Kappabashi commissioned regional bladesmiths to produce high-carbon steel utility knives under culturally symbolic local names. These knives were built as honest, professional-grade tools: reliable, easy to maintain, and capable of holding a sharp edge through demanding daily kitchen prep. The natural wood handle keeps the balance neutral for versatile chopping, slicing, and dicing tasks.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to prevent rust
• Hone regularly on a whetstone
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones (1000/3000 grit)
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer