Minamoto Tamehisa Aji-Kiri (Ko-Deba) KnifeThe Aji-Kiri is a compact Deba-style Japanese knife designed for cleaning and filleting small fish. This model has a solid blade thickness, providing stability while remaining easy to control.This single-edged Hagane steel knife offers excellent sharpness and can be resharpened repeatedly for long-term use. Its sturdy thickness makes it especially suitable for processing small fish with confidence and precision in traditional Japanese preparation.It has been sharpened and is ready for immediate use upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It bears the engraving "源為久" (Minamoto Tamehisa).Length: 230mmBlade Length: 105mmBlade Width: 41mmBlade Thickness: 5mmWeight: 118gSHARPENED 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.