Matsubara Shusaku Yanagiba KnifeThe Yanagiba is a traditional Japanese knife designed for slicing sashimi with a long blade in a single pulling motion.This knife is single-beveled carbon steel, offering excellent sharpness.The Tanaka Kama Kogyo mark "Matsubara Shusaku" comes from the founder, Shuichi Tanaka, meaning a blade made by Shuichi of Matsubara.Professionally sharpened and ready to use. Sharpening service is included in the price. Please handle with care when unpacking.Engraving: 松原周作 (Matsubara Shusaku)Length: 345mmBlade Length: 210mmBlade Width: 28mmBlade Thickness: 3mmWeight: 112gSHARPENED 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.