Hatsukokoro x Myojin Shirasagi White 2 Left Handed Yanagiba 300mm

Hatsukokoro x Myojin Shirasagi White 2 Left Handed Yanagiba 300mmThe Hatsukokoro x Myojin Shirasagi White 2 Left Handed Yanagiba 300mm is a single bevel sashimi knife forged by Myojin Riki Seisakusho in Tosa, Japan. It features a White 2 (Shirogami #2) carbon steel core clad in soft iron, finished with a Kasumi polish on the blade and an octagonal ebony Wa handle. This 300mm blade is specifically ground for left handed users, with a heel height of 37mm and a width of 4. 2mm at the heel, tapering to 0. 8mm near the

The Hatsukokoro x Myojin Shirasagi White 2 Left Handed Yanagiba 300mm is a single-bevel sashimi knife forged by Myojin Riki Seisakusho in Tosa, Japan. It features a White 2 (Shirogami #2) carbon steel core clad in soft iron, finished with a Kasumi polish on the blade and an octagonal ebony Wa handle. This 300mm blade is specifically ground for left-handed users, with a heel height of 37mm and a width of 4.2mm at the heel, tapering to 0.8mm near the tip.

Designed for the precise preparation of sashimi and sliced raw fish, this Yanagiba utilises a traditional Nimai construction to balance a hard, sharp edge with overall blade strength. The White 2 steel offers high hardness between 60 and 64 HRC, providing excellent edge retention but requiring immediate drying and occasional oiling to prevent rust. The Kasumi finish and soft iron cladding support routine sharpening on waterstones, making it a practical choice for those familiar with carbon steel maintenance.

Weighing 259g, this knife is best suited for professional chefs or enthusiasts working in traditional Japanese cuisine who require a long, slender blade for clean, single-stroke cuts. The octagonal ebony handle provides a secure grip, while the specific left-handed grind ensures proper cutting geometry for left-handed users. As a carbon steel tool, it is not intended for cutting hard items like bones or frozen foods.