Masamoto
Masamoto So Honyaki 9.5" Yanagiba
A premium single-bevel sushi knife from one of Tokyo's most respected makers. True honyaki construction.
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Who It's For
Professional sushi chefs and serious collectors.
Why We Love It
A masterpiece of Japanese knife making.
How this sits on Kitchenware Authority
Masamoto lists this as So Honyaki in White (9.5 inch blade) at 9.5 oz from Japan. Published warranty: Limited. This page is a research-based buying note from Kitchenware Authority, not a hands-on lab test — we compare maker specs and how this model sits next to other products already on this site.
Care on this site
Hand wash and dry immediately. Use wood, rubber, or plastic boards — not glass, stone, or ceramic. Skip bones, frozen food, and twisting the edge out of dense produce. Store with a saya, edge guard, or magnetic strip. Sharpen on a whetstone or with a qualified service; pull-through gadgets are a poor fit for thin Japanese geometry.
thumb_up Pros
- check True honyaki construction
- check White
- check Premium fit and finish
- check Exceptional for sashimi
thumb_down Cons
- close Very expensive
- close Requires advanced technique
- close Carbon steel maintenance
