The finish on this gyuto is not up to our standards, and we are offering it for sale at a discount.
A great knife comes down to a handful of fundamentals: steel quality, edge geometry, a comfortable handle, clean fit and finish, and thoughtful presentation. This 180mm gyuto checks every one of those boxes. Ginsan stainless steel forms the core, prized for taking a genuinely fine edge while remaining easy to sharpen and maintain - excellent edge stability and corrosion resistance without feeling brittle.
The nashiji finish gives the cladding a soft, pear-skin texture that pairs beautifully with the warm sakura cherry wood handle. Every knife in this line is hand-engraved by our friend Akane-san, who also created the elegant calligraphy on the Yahiko box - a small detail that elevates the knife well beyond a simple tool. The even 50/50 grind delivers a neutral, predictable cutting feel for both right- and left-handed cooks.
What Customers Are Saying: One reviewer bought this specifically wanting to practice sharpening Ginsan steel, drawn in by the size, the looks, the reasonable price, and the fact that it was in stock. He reports loving the knife well beyond his expectations - excellent food release, excellent cutting geometry, and great fit and finish that looks even better in person than in photos. It arrived sharper than many knives he borrows to sharpen for others, and he calls it light, thin, and an absolute joy to use, noting it sharpens up easily for anyone who maintains their own edges.
Care Instructions: Hand wash only and dry promptly after use. Do not place in the dishwasher or leave the knife wet on the board. Store carefully to protect the edge and the engraved details.Knife Line: Yahiko
Construction: Forged, San Mai
Edge Steel: Ginsan Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Nashiji
Edge Grind: Even, 50/50
Engraving: Hand Engraved by Akane
Handle: Octagonal Sakura Cherry Wood
Ferrule: Pakka Wood
HRC: 61-62
Weight: 4.0 oz (112 g) Blade Length: 186 mm
Total Length: 339 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm
Blade Height: 44 mm
A great knife comes down to a handful of fundamentals: steel quality, edge geometry, a comfortable handle, clean fit and finish, and thoughtful presentation. This 180mm gyuto checks every one of those boxes. Ginsan stainless steel forms the core, prized for taking a genuinely fine edge while remaining easy to sharpen and maintain - excellent edge stability and corrosion resistance without feeling brittle.
The nashiji finish gives the cladding a soft, pear-skin texture that pairs beautifully with the warm sakura cherry wood handle. Every knife in this line is hand-engraved by our friend Akane-san, who also created the elegant calligraphy on the Yahiko box - a small detail that elevates the knife well beyond a simple tool. The even 50/50 grind delivers a neutral, predictable cutting feel for both right- and left-handed cooks.
What Customers Are Saying: One reviewer bought this specifically wanting to practice sharpening Ginsan steel, drawn in by the size, the looks, the reasonable price, and the fact that it was in stock. He reports loving the knife well beyond his expectations - excellent food release, excellent cutting geometry, and great fit and finish that looks even better in person than in photos. It arrived sharper than many knives he borrows to sharpen for others, and he calls it light, thin, and an absolute joy to use, noting it sharpens up easily for anyone who maintains their own edges.
Care Instructions: Hand wash only and dry promptly after use. Do not place in the dishwasher or leave the knife wet on the board. Store carefully to protect the edge and the engraved details.
