Product description
Sakai Tanzo White #3 Kengata Yanagiba 270 mm (Blade Only)
Crafted with unwavering dedication to traditional Japanese standards, this Kengata Yanagiba embodies the essence of precision slicing. Forged from White #3 carbon steel, it offers exceptional sharpness, ease of honing, and a pure, responsive cutting feel that skilled chefs deeply appreciate.
The single bevel edge is meticulously ground for right-handed use, delivering clean, effortless cuts—ideal for sashimi, sushi, and delicate protein work where presentation is everything. The Kengata (kiritsuke-style tip) adds versatility and visual distinction, allowing for more precise tip work while maintaining the elegance of a classic Yanagiba.
Every detail reflects Sakai’s uncompromising standards—from the precise heat treatment to the clean, refined geometry. Lightweight yet authoritative in hand, this blade offers balance and control that experienced chefs demand in high-performance kitchens.
This is more than a tool—it’s a statement. For chefs who respect tradition, demand precision, and seek a deeper connection with their craft, the Sakai Tanzo Kengata Yanagiba stands ready to deliver.
Sharp, pure, and unapologetically traditional.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 270 mm (actual: 275 mm)
Blade Height: 35.3 mm
Weight: 173.0 g
Steel: White #3 Carbon Steel
Grind: Single Bevel
Style: Kengata Yanagiba
Configuration: Blade only (no handle)
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Condition
- Unused (new item)
In original packaging?
- No, but it is packaged
Country of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Other
Blade shape
- Yanagiba
Blade length (mm)
275Product weight (g)
173Steel category
- Carbon steel
Steel type
- Other
Steel hardness (HRC)
- 62
Handle material
- No handle
Seller's return policy
- International & Domestic returns (5-day Return Policy