Echigo Tamasaburo Yanagiba KnifeThe Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese knife used for slicing sashimi with precision. This high-carbon steel knife has some patina from age but retains a clear, silver edge. Its long, narrow blade ensures clean cuts that preserve the integrity of delicate fish.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 "越後玉三郎" (Echigo Tamasaburo).Length: 345mmBlade Length: 220mmBlade Width: 33mmBlade Thickness: 2mmWeight: 104gSHARPENED 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.)