Samura Kaiju SKJ-0045B Yanagiba Kitchen Knife 240mm AUS-8 Hammered Japanese Steel 58 HRC with Bolster

The Samura Kaiju SKJ-0045B Yanagiba Kitchen Knife 240mm is a specialized slicing tool designed for culinary professionals and home cooking enthusiasts. Featuring a 240mm blade crafted from single-layer AUS-8 hammered Japanese steel with a hardness of 58 HRC, this knife offers exceptional corrosion resistance and long-lasting edge retention. It is equipped with a bolster for enhanced balance and comfort during extended use, combining a classical silhouette with a traditional wooden handle and a wavy-shaped, polished edge.

Advantages

This Yanagiba knife stands out due to its specialized geometry, featuring a long, rigid, and narrow blade that does not bend during use. The single-layer steel with a distinctive blacksmith-forged pattern ensures optimal performance, while the integrated bolster provides a secure grip and improved weight distribution. The blade maintains its sharpness for extended periods, and the aesthetic design featuring nielloed hammered steel adds a striking visual element to any kitchen environment.

Suitable for

• Slicing sushi, sashimi, and rolls
• Thinly slicing raw fish and gourmet foods
• Fileting fish, chicken, and other meats
• Cutting large vegetables with hard skins such as melons and gourds

When it may not be suitable

This knife is not designed for heavy-duty tasks such as chopping through large bones, frozen foods, or dense rinds. Due to its specialized long and narrow single-bevel style blade geometry, it may not serve as an efficient all-purpose cleaver for everyday rough chopping.

Key specifications

• Blade type: Yanagiba sushi knife
• Blade material: AUS-8 hammered Japanese steel
• Blade hardness: 58 HRC
• Blade length: 240 mm
• Total length: 370 mm
• Blade thickness: 1.1 mm
• Handle material: Wood
• Net weight: 171 g

How to use

Hold the knife firmly by the wooden handle utilizing a grip that feels balanced and secure against the bolster. Perform slicing motions by drawing the long blade through the ingredient in a single, fluid pull rather than pushing down aggressively. Maintain control over the narrow blade to achieve clean, uniform cuts for sushi, sashimi, fillets, and vegetables.

What to consider before purchase

• Assess whether a specialized 240mm slicing blade fits your daily cooking habits
• Verify if you prefer a traditional wooden handle requiring standard kitchen knife care
• Note that this knife is optimized primarily for precision slicing and fileting rather than general heavy chopping

Wash the Samura Kaiju Yanagiba knife by hand using mild detergent immediately after use, dry it thoroughly with a soft towel, and store it safely in a knife block or on a magnetic strip to protect the polished edge.