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product_id: 169560180
title: "Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch"
brand: "kai"
price: "¥41680"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
category: "Kai"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/169560180-kai-wasabi-black-yanagiba-knife-8-1-4-inch
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
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# 8.25-inch precision blade High-carbon stainless steel Ergonomic ambidextrous handle Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch

**Brand:** kai
**Price:** ¥41680
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Slice like a sushi master — elevate your kitchen game with every cut!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch by kai
- **How much does it cost?** ¥41680 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/169560180-kai-wasabi-black-yanagiba-knife-8-1-4-inch)

## Best For

- kai enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kai brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sushi-Grade Precision:** Effortlessly slice sashimi and sushi with razor-thin, flawless cuts every time.
- • **Heritage Craftsmanship:** Backed by over 100 years of Japanese blade-making expertise, blending tradition with modern innovation.
- • **Lifetime Edge Assurance:** Includes free sharpening and honing support, ensuring your knife stays showroom sharp for life.
- • **Ambidextrous Comfort Grip:** Symmetrical polypropylene-bamboo handle designed for perfect control, whether you're left or right-handed.
- • **Durable High-Carbon Steel:** Corrosion-resistant blade that stays sharp longer and sharpens easily for lasting performance.

## Overview

The Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife features an 8.25-inch high-carbon stainless steel blade engineered for precision slicing of fish. Its corrosion-resistant, easy-to-sharpen blade combined with a comfortable, ambidextrous polypropylene-bamboo handle makes it ideal for professional-quality sushi and sashimi preparation. Crafted with over a century of Japanese expertise, this knife offers durability, control, and lifetime sharpening support.

## Description

Prepare fish like a pro with the Kai Wasabi 8.25-inch Yanagiba Knife. This traditional Japanese knife is used primarily for filleting fish, perfecting slices of sashimi, and more. Sharpened on one side, the long blade is designed to help facilitate food release after each slice. The Wasabi Yanagiba Knife features exceptional cutting performance due to a corrosion and wear-resistant blade constructed with Daido 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel that's easily sharpened and holds a good edge. The traditional, Japanese-style, symmetrical black handle made from a polypropylene-bamboo blend is comfortable, easy to use and allows for clean food preparation. Established in Seki City, Kai brings Japan's rich knife-making heritage to life through the Wasabi series, a commitment to beautiful, functional cutlery.

## Features

- SPECIALIZED FISH KNIFE: Prepare the perfect cuts of sushi or sashimi with the Kai Wasabi 8.25-inch Yanagiba Knife. Designed for seamless fish prep, this knife easily slices through tuna, salmon and more.
- ULTIMATE SUSHI KNIFE: With a long, thin blade, this cooking knife is ideal for creating thin slices of raw fish. Simply start with the back of the knife blade and pull it through the fish for the perfect fillet.
- HIGH-CARBON CONSTRUCTION: Constructed from high-carbon stainless steel for a corrosion and wear-resistant blade that's easy to sharpen and offers good edge retention.
- EXCELLENT CONTROL: The traditional, Japanese-style, symmetrical black handle made from a polypropylene-bamboo blend is comfortable for both left and right-hand users.
- ACCESSIBLE CRAFTSMANSHIP: With over 100 years of blade making experience, Kai provides beautiful, accessible cutlery, accessories and more to customers worldwide. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0016GZA3O |
| Blade Color | Black |
| Blade Edge | Asian Cutlery |
| Blade Length | 8 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | KAI |
| Colour | Black |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (761) |
| Enclosure Material | Stainless Steel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04901601464559 |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel,Polypropylene |
| Included Components | Knife |
| Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes |
| Item Highlight | Handcrafted Japanese Fish Knife, High-Carbon Stainless Steel Blade, Comfortable Handle |
| Item Type Name | Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8.25 Inch, 6721Y |
| Item Weight | 201.6 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Kai |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 6721.Y |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty |
| Model number | 6721Y |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Size | 20.3 cm |
| UPC | 885270362757 786173345826 097914386733 789542522194 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Blade Colour:** Black
- **Blade Edge:** Asian Cutlery
- **Blade Length:** 8 Inches
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** KAI
- **Colour:** Black
- **Construction Type:** Forged
- **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel,Polypropylene
- **Is Dishwasher Safe:** Yes
- **Item Weight:** 201.6 Grams

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this made in Japan or China?**
A: Made in Japan

**Q: These type of knives are usually ground for right handed cooks (single vs double bevel). Any lefties using these?**
A: I am left handed.  The single bevel grind you are referring to is what's called a "chisel-grind", and as such are designed with either right-hand specific, or left-hand specific users in mind.  Only the Deba, Usuba, and Yanagiba knives from the Wasabi line are chisel-ground (right handed orientation).  All of the other knives from Wasabi are made with a standard 50/50 grind and will be suitable for left-handed users like myself.  Hope this helps.

**Q: is this a forged knife ?**
A: Japanese knives by the larger companies are by and large stamped.  However, the quality of the steel they use, fit and finish, and meticulous attention to detail make this distinction pretty much moot when it comes to the quality of their knives. Anybody who has used a Japanese knife by any of the well-known brands can tell you their knives are incredible, regardless of whether they were forged or not.

**Q: Anyone else had problems with rust? I hand-washed and left this knife on a drying pad for a week, now it's got rust spots all over.**
A: First you are not respecting your tools.  Knives, all knives need and deserve care.  Hand wash, then hand dry. Store in a sheath or in a drawer away from moisture. Wipe with a thin coat of olive oil if you wish. 

I own the 8" Deba with the bamboo colored handle for over 10 years, it is still sharp and never spotted or rusted. It is made with ultra high carbon Molybdenum steel. So it can get spots, but I take care of my things so I never had an issue. Btw, I'm a 21 year veteran chef.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch
- 2 Pack Bamboo Sushi Rolling Mat, Sushi roll maker, Sushi bazooka,Sushi making kit, Bamboo Sushi Rolling Mat,Sushi maker(9.5" x 9.6")

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*Last updated: 2026-09-23*