JapanBargain 1551, Non-Stick Yanagiba Sashimi Knife Japanese High Carbon Stainless Steel Sushi Chef Knife Made in Japan, 200mm

I have read several fair reviews, and they are mostly positive, but owning several of them, I feel compelled to point out a couple of oversights by other reviewers. Firstly, I have read several reviews that describe some of the knives as being "too light" or "less sturdy" than others of the same type. They are indeed substantially lighter than many knives of similar style, BUT this is a positive for those folks who actually know how to use a knife. I'm no professional chef, but I know how to use a knife for cutting. These knives are razor sharp, and hold a good edge for a long time when properly used and cared for. They also sharpen relatively easily. That said, if you are looking to cut through bone, get a saw or a cleaver. These knives are designed for cutting flesh and vegetables, not quartering a steer. If you use these knives for cutting up food, they are wonderful. If you use them to chop down walnut saplings in the back yard, there are other, better knives. Think of them as surgical instruments, not hatchets, and they'll serve you well. Secondly, the handles are raw wood. When you get the knife or knives, buy a small can of polyurethane and simply dip the handles and then hang the knife point up, allowing the excess to run off onto a newspaper. leave the knife hanging for 24 hours to allow the finish on the handle to cure. Steel wool the handle lightly with 0000 steel wool, and repeat the dip-hang-cure-steel wool process to get 3 or 4 good coats of polyurethane into the handle. This brings out the beauty of the wooden handles and toughens them considerably as well. It also prevents oils from hands or foods to build up in the wood's grain. I did this to the first of these knives I bought 4 years ago, and the finish is lasting and makes the knife cleaner as well. Lastly, hand wash and then hand dry these knives. They are not for the dishwasher. the hidden-tang handles hold moisture against the blade's tang and will eventually corrode even stainless steel (which is really stain-resistant, not stainLESS). Oil them occasionally with a drop of mineral oil, and sharpen as necessary. With a little care, these knives will be among the finest you own, and after acclimating to the different weight and balance of them, they will quickly become your favorite knives, lasting you for many years.

Basic usuabilty. Light weight and perfect for young cooks. Works well for my classes. Second time I have gotten them. Not bad for less than 10 bucks. Not a $50 knife and doesn't pretend to be one. Got them quickly.

i like very sharp knifes, this one is very good: sharp , very convenient. Right now, it is hard to find something made is Japan, this is a real bargain!

brought this for sashimi. works really great

Destroyed my Sushi! I might be able to get it sharper myself but as-is it struggled with cutting carrots and even not-quite-ripe avocado. Not what I expected from a sushi knife at all. Plus the finish is matte and causes friction. I get better results from my normal kitchen knives! The only reason I didn't return it is so I have a cheap POS sushi knife I don't care about to learn how to sharpen this style of knife.

Regular

Looks awesome & unique, very very sharp, keeps an edge and I'm gonna buy another and give as a gift!!! Bang for the buck, it's proof you don't have to spend alot of money to get a good sashimi knife. I reccomend it!!!

Cheaper than many sashimi knives and good

El paquete llego una semana antes de lo programado, tiene buen filo y gran calidad de los materiales, se los recomiendo.

Not as sharp, but looks authentic. I am a collector

Une l'âme mais elle ne garde pas bien sa coupe et dure à affiler et oui je c comment affiliés une l'âme je suis boucher

Very good knive. I have yet to sharpen it, so it's not so sharp any longer but it is still much better then my previous one. I like it for cutting sushis. I bought a stone to sharpen it, so I guess it will cut much better after sharpening. I thought the handle would get dirty quickly but it is easy to clean and remain clean looking.

Good knife for vegetables cut. Good price. Fast delivery. However it’s not so good when I use to cut the sashimi. Return to buy knife without holes. Customer service is great.