Tsukiji Masamoto Yanagiba KnifeThe Yanagiba is a Japanese sashimi knife designed for precise slicing. This high-carbon steel knife features a rounded tip ("Sakimaru") and a thin blade, making it perfect for preparing fugu sashimi or other delicate dishes.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 engravings "登録" (Registered), "築正本" (Tsukiji Masamoto), "A," "青鋼" (Blue Steel), and "秀" (Shu). The handle cap bears the name "秀吉" (Hideyoshi).Length: 405mmBlade Length: 250mmBlade Width: 30mmBlade Thickness: 3mmWeight: 125gSHARPENED 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.)