Yoshihiro Honyaki Mirror-Finished White Steel #1 line designs Mt.Fuji with Full Moon Yanagi 330mm Mizuyaki Ebony Handle
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High-Carbon Care
This item is made from high-carbon steel. It offers excellent sharpness but can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and properly maintained.
- 66 HRC
- No
- Free Ebony Chinagashi Saya Included
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel is not stain resistant. High-carbon steel can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and cared for, in exchange for the sharper edge it holds.
Saya Cover
This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)
- Primary Use
- Sashimi / Raw fish slicing
- Blade Metal
- White Steel #1
- Grade
- Mt. Fuji Full Moon Hamon Honyaki
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 66 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Single Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Mirror
- Stain Resistant
- No
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ebony
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
Honyaki translates to "true forged" and represents the purest form of traditional Japanese sword-making. This exceptional craft is passed down from generation to generation, with master craftsmen using time-honored techniques to forge knives of the highest caliber. Each knife is meticulously hand-forged from a single piece of high-carbon steel, a process that requires extraordinary skill and precision. The steel is heated to extreme temperatures within a furnace that reaches thousands of degrees, embodying the same craftsmanship used by ancient swordsmiths.
This limited edition knife is a masterpiece created by Masakuni, a legendary artisan at Yoshihiro, whose expertise has helped elevate the art of knife making. The unique temper line of this Yanagi knife is a tribute to the majestic Fuji Mountain, with a full moon design that showcases the intricate artistry and skill involved. The knife is complemented by a premium ebony handle, accented with top and bottom water buffalo horn bolsters, reflecting both elegance and durability.
The accompanying matching ebony saya features Chinagashi indentations, a signature detail often seen on traditional samurai sword sayas, adding an extra layer of cultural authenticity. Please note, this saya does not come with a pin. This Yanagi is not just a functional knife but a true work of art, combining unparalleled craftsmanship with the legacy of Japanese sword making.
Care & Origin
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Care Instructions
- Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher. - Sharpening Method
- Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.