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    Hitohira Togashi Shirogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Ho

    Yanagiba translates as “willow blade” since the narrow, long and curved blade shape on the back side resembles a willow leaf. The specialty of the ...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Rikichi Ginsan Yanagiba 270mm Ho

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    Hitohira Tanaka Manzo Aogami #1 Takobiki 270mm Ebony

    The Takobiki, a traditional Japanese slicing knife, is renowned for its unique design and specialized function in the culinary world. Characterized...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Aogami #2 Takobiki 270mm Ho

    The Takobiki, a traditional Japanese slicing knife, is renowned for its unique design and specialized function in the culinary world. Characterized...

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    Shirasagi Shirogami #2 Sakimaru Yanagiba 270mm Tagayasan

    Yanagiba se traduit par « lame de saule » puisque la forme de sa lame étroite, longue et incurvée sur la partie arrière ressemble à une feuille de ...

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    Hatsukokoro Shirasagi Shirogami #2 Kiritsuke Yanagiba 270mm Tagayasan

    Yanagiba translates as “willow blade” since the narrow, long and curved blade shape on the back side resembles a willow leaf. The specialty of the ...

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    Hatsukokoro Shirasagi Shirogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Tagayasan

    Yanagiba translates as “willow blade” since the narrow, long and curved blade shape on the back side resembles a willow leaf. The specialty of the ...

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    Hitohira Tanaka Mosuke Aogami #1 Yanagiba 270mm Ebony

    Enjoy the superior performance of the Hitohira Tanaka Mosuke Aogami #1 Yanagiba 270mm Ebony. Made from the premium Aogami #1 steel, forged by maste...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Mosuke Ginsan Yanagiba 270mm Ebony

    The Hitohira Kikuchiyo Mosuke Ginsan Yanagiba knife offers exceptional performance. It is hand-forged by Kikuchiyo and precisely ground by master M...

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    Hitohira Tanaka Manzo Shirogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Ébène (Saya)

    Considered one of the best blacksmiths in the region, Yoshikazu Tanaka has been a blacksmith for over half a century. He now works with his son and...

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    Hitohira Togashi Shirogami #1 Mizu Honyaki Yanagiba 270mm Ebony wood

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    Hitohira Gorobei Aogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Ho

    Yanagiba translates as “willow blade” since the narrow, long and curved blade shape on the back side resembles a willow leaf. The specialty of the ...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Mosuke Enmon Shirogami #1 Yanagiba 270mm Ziricote (Mirror Polished/ Saya)

    Considéré comme l’un des meilleurs forgerons de la région, Yoshikazu Tanaka est forgeron depuis plus d’un demi-siècle. Il travaille maintenant avec...

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    Hitohira Tanaka Mosuke Aogami #1 Kiritsuke Yanagiba 270mm Mirroir Ébène

    Tanaka: Considéré comme l’un des meilleurs forgerons de la région, Yoshikazu Tanaka est forgeron depuis plus d’un demi-siècle. Il travaille mainten...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Aogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Ho

    Yanagiba se traduit par « lame de saule » puisque la forme de sa lame étroite, longue et incurvée sur la partie arrière ressemble à une feuill...

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    Nigara Hamono Anmon Ginsan Yanagiba 270mm Miroir Ébène

    Du haut de ses 35 ans et artisan créatif, Go Yoshizawa fait rayonner l’entreprise familiale. Il est le chef de la forge de Nigara, l’une des forges...

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    Hitohira Tanaka Manzo Aogami #1 Damascus Kiritsuke Yanagiba 270mm Ébène

    Considéré comme l’un des meilleurs forgerons de la région, Yoshikazu Tanaka est forgeron depuis plus d’un demi-siècle. Il travaille maintenant avec...

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    Hitohira Tanaka Mosuke Aogami #1 Yanagiba 270mm Ho

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Aogami #2 Kiritsuke Yanagiba 270mm Ho

    Kikuchiyo: Au début des années 2000, Kikuchiyo fut invité par le maître artisan de Sakai à se joindre à eux en tant que forgeron. L’art de la forge...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Silver #3 Yanagiba 270mm Ébène

    Marque : Hitohira (一片) Smith : Kikuchiyo 菊千代 Zone de production : Sakai-Osaka/ Japon Profil : Yanagiba Taille: 270mm Type d'acier: Acier inoxydable...

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Shirogami #3 Gaucher Yanagiba 270mm Ho

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    Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo Aogami #2 Yanagiba 270mm Ebène

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About the yanagiba knife

Discover the best Yanagiba for you!

The traditional Japanese slicer

The Yanagiba, also known as the "willow blade" due to the shape of its narrow, long blade, slightly curved at the back to resemble a willow leaf, is a Japanese knife specialized in slicing fish cleanly and precisely. It is widely used in the preparation of sashimi and nigiri, providing an expert cut that preserves the integrity of the slices. In addition to its use for raw fish, the Yanagiba can also be used for filleting certain types of fish and slicing meat. 

How to use Yanagiba

It should be noted, however, that the Yanagiba's extremely fine cutting edge can be easily damaged. It is therefore essential to be careful when using it, a...

Discover the best Yanagiba for you!

The traditional Japanese slicer

The Yanagiba, also known as the "willow blade" due to the shape of its narrow, long blade, slightly curved at the back to resemble a willow leaf, is a Japanese knife specialized in slicing fish cleanly and precisely. It is widely used in the preparation of sashimi and nigiri, providing an expert cut that preserves the integrity of the slices. In addition to its use for raw fish, the Yanagiba can also be used for filleting certain types of fish and slicing meat. 

How to use Yanagiba

It should be noted, however, that the Yanagiba's extremely fine cutting edge can be easily damaged. It is therefore essential to be careful when using it, and to avoid contact with bones. Improper handling could cause irreversible damage to the blade. It is therefore essential to take good care of this delicate knife to preserve its optimum performance.

Yanagiba features

The distinctive design of the Yanagiba has a number of notable features. The back of the knife, called the urusaki, is concave, creating an air space between the blade and the fish flesh. This makes it easier for the blade to detach from the flesh, guaranteeing smooth, even slices. At the same time, the bevel on the face of the knife, known as the shinogi, allows easy separation of sliced pieces of fish. These distinctive features contribute to the Yanagiba's efficiency and precision in its role as a specialized cutting knife.

In terms of dimensions, Yanagiba is generally available in a range of lengths from 210 mm to 330 mm. Selecting the appropriate size will depend on your personal preferences and the size of the fish pieces you plan to cut. Shorter versions will be better suited to detailed tasks requiring high precision, while longer versions will be more suitable for more extensive cuts.

In a nutshell, the Yanagiba is a Japanese knife specialized in the precise cutting of fish, particularly for sashimi and nigiri. Its narrow, long, curved blade is reminiscent of a willow leaf, hence its name. However, due to its delicate cutting edge, this knife should be handled with care, avoiding contact with bones. The unique features of the concave urusaki and shinogi bevel make it easy to separate the blade from the fish flesh and cut the pieces precisely. Choose the size of Yanagiba to suit your specific needs, bearing in mind that shorter versions offer greater precision while longer versions are suitable for extended cuts. With proper care, the Yanagiba will accompany you in the preparation of exquisite dishes for many years to come.