Sumikama Kasumi Tora Yanagiba Sashimi Knife – Japanese Import

Product Description

The Kasumi Tora sashimi knife is manufactured by Sumikama, a cutlery maker founded in 1916 in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, a Japanese city historically known as the capital of Japanese cutlery (刃物のまち). This knife belongs to the traditional Japanese Yanagiba knife category, designed specifically for slicing raw fish and preparing sashimi and sushi. The blade is made of high-carbon molybdenum-vanadium steel, known for its exceptional sharpness, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening.

The handle is made of magnolia wood (honoki) coated with black epoxy lacquer, providing a well-balanced weight and excellent grip for extended kitchen use. Designed to be accessible to people discovering traditional Japanese knives (wa-bocho) for the first time, this Kasumi Tora knife suits both Japanese cuisine enthusiasts and professionals looking for a precise tool to thinly slice raw fish without crushing the flesh fibers.

This knife is a 100% authentic product, imported directly from Japan, sold new. Order it on Cooking San to benefit from premium international protective packaging and tracked worldwide delivery.

FAQ

Q: Is this knife an official Sumikama product?

R: Yes, this is a 100% authentic knife manufactured by Sumikama in Seki, Japan, imported directly from Japan.

Q: Is the knife new?

R: Yes, this knife is sold new.

Q: Is this knife suitable for left-handed users?

R: Information not available — the manufacturer data provided does not specify a left/right orientation for this model.

Q: What maintenance does this knife require?

R: Like any Japanese carbon steel knife, it should be dried immediately after use and stored in a dry place to prevent corrosion. Regular sharpening with a whetstone is recommended to maintain its edge.

Q: What's included in the box?

R: The Kasumi Tora sashimi knife is supplied on its own, as manufactured by Sumikama.

Q: Who is this knife for?

R: This Yanagiba knife suits beginners discovering traditional Japanese cutlery as well as Japanese cuisine enthusiasts and sashimi preparation lovers.