Knives

The Masahiro Shiro-Ko 165mm Deba is a traditional Japanese knife crafted for precise fish butchery and clean, confident cuts. Forged from White #2 steel (Shirogami/Shiro-Ko), this blade is celebrated for its exceptional purity, allowing it to take on an incredibly fine edge with ease—and keep it. The result is outstanding sharpness that highlights the finesse and delicacy central to Japanese cuisine. Designed in the classic Deba profile, the 165mm blade offers the perfect balance of control and power for breaking down fish, from filleting to cutting through small bones. Its thoughtful construction makes it approachable for both professionals and dedicated home cooks, combining traditional performance with user-friendly handling. Finished with a lightweight Paulownia (Empress) wood handle and a polished water buffalo horn ferrule, this knife delivers comfort, balance, and understated elegance. The Masahiro Shiro-Ko Deba is a refined tool built for cooks who value sharpness, tradition, and precision in every cut. Learn More

The Masahiro Traditional Carbon 6.5 in. (165mm) Deba has a heavy duty blade, that can be treated like a light duty cleaver. Although it is shaped like a Chef Knife, this knife is meant for fish, poultry and other meats, not vegetables or precision knife work. Learn More

The Masahiro Traditional Carbon 7 in. (180mm) Deba has a heavy duty blade, that can be treated like a light duty cleaver. Although it is shaped like a Chef Knife, this knife is meant for fish, poultry and other meats, not vegetables or precision knife work. Learn More