Sakai Takayuki Sushikiri 240mm – Model No. 4683

Description:
Sakai Takayuki is one of the most renowned names among knife enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Established in Sakai (Osaka), the company boasts over 600 years of knife-making tradition. Since the 16th century, Sakai Takayuki has been producing knives, originally designed for cutting and trimming tobacco in the Sakai region. Itsuo Doi, one of the brand’s most famous blacksmiths, was the grandson of the legendary craftsman Keijiro Doi.

Specifications:

• Model No.: 4683

• Blade Length: 240 mm

• Total Length: 360 mm

• Weight: 140 g (weight may vary due to hand-finishing by blacksmiths)

• Blade: INOX Rust-Resistant Stainless Steel

• Handle: Octagonal Plastic Handle

• Hardness: 58 ± 1 HRC (Rockwell Hardness Scale), with 9–12° sharpening angle

• Edge: Double Bevel, 50:50

• Made in Japan

Usage:
Sushikiri in Japanese means “sushi cutter.” With its long, symmetrical blade, the knife is designed to slice sushi rolls and battera sushi in a single rolling motion, ensuring clean cuts without crushing the delicate roll. This knife is especially popular in the Kansai (Osaka) region, where battera sushi is a specialty.