Kikuichi is one of the oldest cutlery companies in Japan - founded in Nara Prefecture in 1300, with over 700 years of blade production behind them. The Elite Carbon line uses SK-5 carbon steel in a mono-steel laser-cut construction - a simple, proven alloy at 59-60 HRC that takes a very fine edge and sharpens easily on quality water stones. Black pakka wood handle with a clean, understated profile suited to both professional and home kitchen use. Carbon steel reactive edge, stainless-look finish on the cladding.
The 240mm sujihiki is the standard professional slicing length - enough blade for confident full-length cuts through whole fish and roasts without requiring the extended stroke of a 270mm. At 6.0 oz and 37mm blade height with a 2mm spine this is a lean, precise slicer. SK-5 carbon steel at HRC 60 sharpens very easily on quality water stones and takes a fine reactive edge that carbon steel enthusiasts prize for clean protein work. The notably asymmetric grind characteristic of the Elite Carbon sujihiki line provides very high slicing performance for cooks who understand how to work with it. Kikuichi has been producing professional slicing knives since 1300 - the construction reflects that depth of experience.
Care Instructions: SK-5 carbon steel is reactive and will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods or moisture on the blade. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - SK-5 at 59-60 HRC sharpens easily and takes a fine edge.
The 240mm sujihiki is the standard professional slicing length - enough blade for confident full-length cuts through whole fish and roasts without requiring the extended stroke of a 270mm. At 6.0 oz and 37mm blade height with a 2mm spine this is a lean, precise slicer. SK-5 carbon steel at HRC 60 sharpens very easily on quality water stones and takes a fine reactive edge that carbon steel enthusiasts prize for clean protein work. The notably asymmetric grind characteristic of the Elite Carbon sujihiki line provides very high slicing performance for cooks who understand how to work with it. Kikuichi has been producing professional slicing knives since 1300 - the construction reflects that depth of experience.
Care Instructions: SK-5 carbon steel is reactive and will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods or moisture on the blade. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - SK-5 at 59-60 HRC sharpens easily and takes a fine edge.
- Brand: Kikuichi
- Line: Elite Carbon
- Founded: 1300 AD, Nara Prefecture
- Construction: Mono Steel, Laser Cut
- Steel: SK-5 Carbon Steel
- HRC: 60
- Handle: Pakka Wood
- Weight: 6.0 oz (172g)
- Blade Length: 240mm
- Total Length: 374mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 2mm
- Blade Height: 37mm
