Yanagiba · 270mm
Sakai Takayuki White #3 Yanagiba 270mm
堺孝行 — 堺 (Sakai)
$120 / ¥18,000
Sakai Takayuki's White #3 yanagiba is an excellent entry point into professional sashimi knives. White #3 steel is slightly softer than White #2, making it more forgiving and easier to sharpen for beginners. The traditional construction with magnolia handle and water buffalo horn ferrule is authentic Sakai quality at an accessible price.
Type Yanagiba (柳刃)
Steel white-3
Brand 堺孝行
Blade Length 270mm
Weight 170g
Hardness 61-63 HRC
Handle Wa (Japanese)
Origin Sakai (堺)
Best For sashimi
Key Features
- ◆ White #3 carbon steel — beginner-friendly
- ◆ Easier to sharpen than White #2
- ◆ Magnolia handle with buffalo horn ferrule
- ◆ Entry point for professional sashimi knives
- ◆ Authentic Sakai construction