Moritaka AS Yanagi / Suji 270mm

Moritaka Hamono has been forging blades in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture since the 13th century - over 700 years of continuous production, five generations of kitchen cutlery, and a tradition that is tangible the moment you pick one up. CKTG is the exclusive US distributor of the Supreme line: Aogami Super carbon steel at the core, soft iron cladding, kurouchi (black as-forged) finish, and a stainless tang welded to the blade before handle installation to protect the joint. 50/50 convex grind throughout the line.

The 270mm double-bevel sujihiki - labeled yanagiba by Moritaka - is the longest slicing knife in the Supreme line. At 5.4 oz and 35mm height with a 4mm spine this is a substantial slicer for professional protein fabrication, whole fish, and large roasts. Daniel calls it great quality, a pleasure to use. T. van Rooij gives a similar verdict. Even 50/50 convex grind. CKTG exclusive US distributor. Free US shipping over $100.

What Customers Are Saying: Two reviews averaging 4.5 stars. Daniel calls it great quality, a pleasure to use. T. van Rooij gives a similar verdict - high quality and a great knife. The 270mm double-bevel sujihiki is the professional slicing length in the Supreme line.

Care Instructions: Aogami Super is a reactive carbon steel and the soft iron cladding is also reactive - both the edge and the cladding will patina naturally with use. The kurouchi (black as-forged) finish on the cladding provides initial protection and the patina that develops adds further protection over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the blade. Hand wash only, never dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Aogami Super at 64-65 HRC rewards careful technique and responds beautifully to stropping. Keep away from bones and frozen foods.

• Maker: Moritaka Hamono
• Location: Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan
• Exclusive: CKTG Exclusive US Distributor
• Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
• Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Paper Steel)
• Cladding: Soft Iron
• HRC: 65+
• Finish: Kurouchi (Black As-Forged)
• Edge Grind: Even 50/50 Convex Double Bevel
• Handle: Octagonal Magnolia Wood
• Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
• Tang: Stainless Steel Welded Tang
• Weight: 5.4 oz (154g)
• Blade Length: 270mm
• Spine Thickness at Heel: 4mm
• Blade Height: 35mm
• Note: Even 50/50 double-bevel grind - functionally a sujihiki despite Moritaka yanagiba label