Minonokuni Take 330mm Yanagi

This is not merely a knife; it is the pinnacle of the slicer's art, a tool reserved for the chef who commands the sushi bar. The Minonokuni Take 330mm Yanagi is an instrument of breathtaking scale and singular purpose: to achieve the perfect, uninterrupted slice. Its extraordinary length is its defining feature, allowing you to draw the blade through the largest fillets of tuna, salmon, or yellowtail in one single, continuous pull—the ichi-hiki. This exacting technique is the secret to sashimi that is glossy, pristine, and texturally perfect, preserving the delicate flesh without the slightest hint of friction or tearing.

The soul of this master's blade is its core of Aogami #2 (Blue Paper Steel), a legendary high-carbon steel prized for its otherworldly sharpness and exceptional edge retention. This premium steel ensures the long, willow-leaf blade remains impeccably sharp through the most demanding service. As a flagship of the "Take" (Bamboo) collection, this Yanagi represents the highest standards of performance and material purity. To wield the 330mm Yanagi is to embrace the final word in precision, transforming the act of slicing fish into a mesmerizing, fluid, and masterful performance.