Yanagiba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 IJF-11122 18cm

The 180 mm Ittetsu Yanagiba IJF-11122 is a Japanese knife. Carbon steel grades Shirogami #2 is used to forge-weld the blade. Magnolia is used to make the handle, which is water resistant. To aid obtain consistent slices, this knife has a bevel on only one side of the blade. Because carbon steel rusts easily, it needs to be maintained clean and dry at all times to prevent oxidation and discoloration. Wash by hand in warm water, then pat dry. Apply mineral oil and rub. Handmade in Echizen, Japan, are Ittetsu knives.