Yanagiba knife Masamoto Shobu Yanagiba 27 cm

MASAMOTO – the best quality chef’s knives in the world (“the Ferrari of chef’s knives”)

The sushi knives of this small workshop are considered desirable in the world, the great chefs in Japan and abroad see Masamoto knives as a symbol of exceptional quality.

The secret of knife forging has been passed on in the Masmoto family with zeal and secrecy for ten generations.

Religiously preserved for ten generations.

In 1845, the father of the “Minosuke” dynasty established the first workshop.

In the late eighties of the 1800s, the seat of the workshop was moved to Tokyo and has been there ever since. Masmoto is known for his legendary sushi knives from the KK series, but his line of Western knives is no less desirable and many chefs in the West have chosen Masmoto as their knife of choice.

KK series – Carbon Yasuki Shirogami

The KK series is Masamoto’s most famous series.

High standards of craftsmanship, product quality and cutting performance that Masmoto is famous for.

Blade made of traditional Japanese carbon (carbon) steel called Shirogami (white steel)

Traditional Japanese ‘D-shaped’ magnolia handle with water buffalo horn grip.

When proper maintenance of each knife is taken care of, the knife is preserved and allows its use for many years.