236mm Yanagiba knives are Japanese knives used for slicing sashimi, and their long, thin blades make it easy to create beautiful cross-sections. This is a clean yanagiba knife with little sign of use. There is almost no blackening of the steel. It is an 8-sun size, making it easy to handle at home and allowing you to enjoy authentic sashimi. This item is a single-edged, steel knife, and its sharp cutting ability is ideal for sashimi.