Kikuichimonji 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 stainless steel, making it rust-resistant and easy to maintain.It is in clean condition with almost no signs of use. The steel appears to be a rust-resistant stainless type and a premium steel from Kikuichimonji.Professionally sharpened and ready to use. Sharpening service is included in the price. Please handle with care when unpacking.Engraving: 菊一文字別作 (Kikuichimonji Special), etc. There may have been a name below it, but it appears to have been removed to the point that it is unreadable.Length: 345mmBlade Length: 215mmBlade Width: 28mmBlade Thickness: 3mmWeight: 106gSHARPENED 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.