Yasugi Hōchō Deba – 190 mm (Blue Paper Steel, Sakai Forge)
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Specs
Type: Deba - traditional single-bevel fish knife
Blade Length: 190 mm
Overall Length: 340 mm
Weight: 297 g
Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Paper #2) core – Hitachi Yasugi Steel
Markings: 安来庖丁 (Yasugi Hōchō) – denotes premium Yasugi steel
Construction: San-mai (carbon-steel core clad in soft iron)
Finish: Satin / hairline polish
Bevel: Right-hand single bevel
Handle: Magnolia wood with resin ferrule
Origin: Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
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Description
Forged in Sakai, Japan’s historic cutlery capital, this 190 mm Deba carries the inscription 安来庖丁 (Yasugi Hōchō) — a proud nod to the Hitachi Yasugi Steel Works in Shimane, where Japan’s finest Blue Paper steels are made.
This knife embodies everything that defines a professional Japanese fish knife: a thick spine, single-bevel grind, and forward-balanced weight designed to power cleanly through fish and poultry. The Blue Paper #2 core sharpens easily to a screaming edge while maintaining outstanding toughness and edge life.
Each cut feels grounded and deliberate — this is a true craftsman’s tool, meant for precise filleting and portioning, not brute force.
Performance
The Deba’s heavy, tapered profile delivers authority at the heel and control at the tip.
Use it for portioning whole fish, trimming heads, or parting chicken joints with confidence.
The fine-grained Yasugi steel core takes a razor-keen edge that glides through protein and holds it through long prep sessions.
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Care Notes
This is carbon steel — reactive and proud of it.
Rinse and wipe dry immediately after use, and oil lightly before storage.
Avoid twisting through hard bone; let the weight of the knife and the single-bevel geometry do the work.
Over time, a natural patina will form — a hallmark of proper use and a protective layer that tells the story of your craft.
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OKM Notes
Stamped with the Yasugi Hōchō mark and forged in Sakai using genuine Hitachi Blue Paper Steel, this knife connects tradition, precision, and practicality.
Hand-tuned and honed by Okanagan Knife Merchant for balance and cutting efficiency.
A perfect fit for chefs who want a serious fish knife with authentic Japanese soul.
