This is a Yanagiba knife (sashimi knife) from Sakai. Can you read the characters after Sakai? ...I couldn't read them. It looks like "義", "菊", "弟", or "萬", but I'm not sure. There was a lot of rust when I bought it, so I hand-sharpened it and replaced the handle. Some deep rust remains, but it's a very sturdy steel knife with a beautiful blade pattern. I hope you can contribute to the safety and health of yourself, your family, and your customers with this sharp Sakai knife. ◆Product Description ・Manufacturer or Seller: Sakai ? /sakai hamono ・Type: Yanagiba knife/Sashimi knife, premium (Japanese knife)・chef’s knife ・Material: Steel/Wooden handle ・Hand orientation: Right-handed ・Size: Length 37.2 x Width 3.2 x Height 2cm ・Condition: Refurbished (used/junk). As you can see in the photos, there is some wear and tear. There is some pitting (black spots) in places. The pitting on the inscription has been removed to the extent that the inscription is not lost. The ura-suki (the recessed part on the back of the blade) is shallow. ・Uses: This knife is for slicing sashimi from blocks of fish. It can also be used outdoors for camping, fishing, etc. ・Notes: Refurbished (used/junk). ・Accessories: No original box or instruction manual. ◆Important Notes ・Since it is a steel knife, it is prone to rust, so maintenance after use is important. ・If you are not confident in your maintenance skills, please purchase a stainless steel knife. ・Please check the condition in the photos. There are some minor scratches in places, but there are no problems with use. ・If you wish to purchase other products together (as a set), please comment in advance. ※Please read the profile before purchasing. #Japanese_knives_are_amazing_Try_using_it. #We have started a familiar Eco! Reduce, Reuse, Recycle is our motto!