Yoshihiro AO-NAMIUCHI Yanagiba – Yasuki Blue Steel #1 (Aogami #1) Hongasumi Finish Japanese Sashimi Knife with Saya
This Yoshihiro AO-NAMIUCHI Yanagiba is crafted from Yasuki Blue Steel #1 (Aogami #1), a premium high-carbon Japanese steel known for its exceptional hardness, superior edge retention, and professional-grade cutting performance. It is positioned above Aogami #2 in hardness and wear resistance, offering maximum sharpness potential for skilled users.
Blue Steel #1 (Aogami #1) requires more advanced sharpening skills compared to Aogami #2, but rewards the user with a finer and longer-lasting cutting edge, making it highly valued among professional sushi chefs.
The AO-NAMIUCHI series features a distinctive wave-like blade pattern, reflecting traditional Japanese forging aesthetics while emphasizing its high-end craftsmanship and unique visual identity.
This Yanagiba is a right-handed single-bevel knife designed for professional sashimi preparation. It comes equipped with a traditional octagonal Magnolia wood handle with Buffalo horn bolster, providing excellent balance and durability.
The knife also includes a matching Magnolia wood saya (sheath) with pin, offering safe storage and transport while preserving the blade’s fine edge.
Main photo images show "270 mm" type.
| Brand | Goh Umanosuke Yoshihiro 郷右馬允義弘 |
| Blade Type | Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)/Single bevel for Right Handed |
| Blade Material | Yasuki Blue Steel (Aogami) #1 |
| Series | AO-NAMIUCHI 青波打 |
| Blade Length |
240 mm/9.4" |
| Handle | Octagonal Japanese Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster | Buffalo Horn *Color may vary ,due to natural products. |
| Attachment | Wooden Saya Cover(Japanese Magnolia) & Saya Pin, originally stamped by Yoshihiro |
Definition of Blade Length :the Length from top edge of the blade(tip) to Root of the steel(Machi),not top edge of the blade(tip) to the end(Ago).
** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.
===IMPORTANT notes before purchase!!!===
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