{"product_id":"hitohira-togashi-shirogami-2-yanagiba-300mm-ho","title":"Hitohira Togashi Shirogami #2 Yanagiba 300mm Ho","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 300 mm \u003cstrong\u003eyanagiba\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2 (White Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for long pulling cuts: sashimi, raw fish fillets, clean slices in a single draw. At this length, the blade covers whole fish without repositioning. The thin profile and single-bevel construction (kataba) concentrate the edge on one side, producing a smooth cut surface without compressing the flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional nimai construction pairs a soft iron body (jigane) with a cutting-steel core (hagane). The kasumi finish is the manufacturing standard for this type of blade: the body remains matte, the bevel is polished. The wa-handle in magnolia (hōnoki) is lightweight with an oval cross-section, fitted with a dark collar that contrasts with the pale wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirogami #2 (White Steel #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the reference steel of traditional Japanese cutlery. Its very pure composition, free of chromium and tungsten, allows it to respond quickly on the stone: a few passes are enough to bring back a very fine edge. That reactivity comes with a direct trade-off: the steel is sensitive to moisture and acids. A patina develops progressively over time, which is normal and expected. Shirogami #2 is less brittle than Shirogami #1, making it a common choice for long blades such as the yanagiba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the blade immediately after each use. Never leave it to dry with acidic or wet residue. A light coat of camellia oil protects the blade during storage. Never wash in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47975742996654,"sku":"AAA-080W2T-04-IA300","price":390.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/DSC_0409_grande_taille_4_66a53459-6e4d-4314-b3d4-38317aebe415.jpg?v=1781184014","url":"https:\/\/staysharpmtl.com\/en\/products\/hitohira-togashi-shirogami-2-yanagiba-300mm-ho","provider":"Stay Sharp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}