Korin Inc Masamoto HMA-SKYA-240 Yanagi Knife, 9-7/16 in., Right-Handed, Single-Sided Edge, Forged, White Carbon Steel, Wood Handle

SKU: HMA-SKYA-240 GTIN: 811789011541
$368.76

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The Masamoto Shiro-ko Kasumi Yanagi knife is forged from white carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel, with a single-sided edge for traditional Japanese preparation.

  • Includes a say/cover.
  • Features a magnolia wood handle and water buffalo horn bolster.
  • Made in Japan.
  • Carbon steel can discolor or rust when exposed to moisture or acidity.

Overall Dimensions:

9.4"D

Yanagi knife

Traditional Japanese Yanagi style for slicing and preparation.

White carbon steel blade

Uses white carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel.

Single-sided edge

The blade has a single-sided edge and bevel.

Right-handed design

Configured for right-handed use.

Forged construction

The knife is forged.

Magnolia wood handle

Fitted with a magnolia wood handle.

Water buffalo horn bolster

Includes a water buffalo horn bolster.

Say/cover included

A say/cover is included.

Carbon steel care

Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust.

Product Type Yanagi knife
Series Masamoto Shiro-ko Kasumi
Blade Length 9.4 in. (24 cm)
Hand Orientation Right-handed
Edge Single-sided
Blade Edge Smooth
Blade Material White carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel
Steel Type Carbon
Handle Material Magnolia wood
Bolster Material Water buffalo horn
Construction Forged
Hardness 62-63 HRc
Sharpening Advanced
Included Item Say/cover
Country of Origin Made in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

The Yanagi blade is 9.4 inches (24 cm) long.
Yes. The knife is right-handed and has a single-sided edge.
The blade uses white carbon steel #2 and soft iron steel. The handle is magnolia wood, and the bolster is water buffalo horn.
Yes. A say/cover is included.
It is made in Japan.
Yes. Moisture and acidity can cause discoloration or rust because the blade is carbon steel.

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