Takayuki Tsuchime Damascus Urushi 11.8" Sakimaru-Yanagiba

The Takayuki Tsuchime Damascus Urushi Sakimaru-Yanagiba is designed for preparing raw fish, especially sashimi and nigiri sushi. The long length blade allows slicing fish in one single pulling motion for smooth cuts. Sakimaru refers to the tanto tip, which is a homage to the Katana. Takayuki knives are handmade in Sakai, Japan with 600 years of knife making experience by skilled craftsmen. With this expanded history, the workmanship and technology that creates Takayuki knives remains unchanged. Produced by various craftsmen, lead by head blacksmith, Itsuo Doi, sets the high standard of these high quality knives. Takayuki knives fascinate many people across borders and will continue to attract attention from people all over the world.

Handmade in Sakai, Japan
Limited Lifetime Warranty

Blade Construction: 45-layer hammered damascus stainless steel with AUS10 steel core
Handle Construction: Octagonal Japanese lacquered (urushi-dyed) burnt oak
Rockwell Hardness: 63 degrees
Edge: Approximately 12 degrees, double bevel

Blade Length: 11.8"
Blade Height: 1.5"
Overall Length: 17.75"
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.05mm
Weight: 6.2 oz. (177g)

Item number: 07449