Sakai Genki Yanagiba KnifeThe Yanagiba knife is used for slicing sashimi and other delicate cuts of fish. This is a single-edged blade made of hagane (carbon steel), offering excellent sharpness.The knife has been sharpened, so it is ready to use immediately upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It features the engraving "元亀" (Genki). The handle also bears a branded mark, reading "登録商標 堺元亀" (Registered Trademark Sakai Genki).Length: 375mmBlade Length: 235mmBlade Width: 30mmBlade Thickness: 3-4mmWeight: 132gSHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan・A PHONE NUMBER REQUIRED・I cannot ship to P.O. Box.・Some area of countries will be applied a remote area fee (25 USD or more, the most of US and West Europe is okay.)