Seki Magoroku Yanagiba Knife 180mmThis is a Yanagiba knife by Seki Magoroku. Yanagiba knives excel at slicing sashimi with a single, smooth pull, making it easy to create attractive sashimi slices at home. This compact size is especially easy to handle in a household kitchen and is convenient for cutting sashimi from pre-cut fish blocks.The knife has a single-bevel Hagane (carbon steel) blade, known for its sharpness and precise cutting performance.The knife has been sharpened and is ready to use immediately upon arrival. Please take care when opening the package. The listed price already includes the sharpening service.It bears engravings “関孫六” (Seki Magoroku) and “銀寿” (Ginju). Its shorter length is ideal for home users who want restaurant-style sashimi and sushi at their own table without needing a full-length professional Yanagiba.Length: 310mmBlade Length: 180mmBlade Width: 30mmBlade Thickness: 2-3mmWeight: 102gSHARPENED 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 may be required for delivery・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations.