Takohiki Japanese Knife 23.2 cm NJT003

Takohiki – a knife tailored to your needs

A classic takohiki for sashimi and long, single cuts. With a thin 2 mm back and an ultra-light 99 g weight, the blade glides effortlessly over the product without shredding the delicate fibers of the fish or squid. The narrow profile(22 mm) stabilizes the guidance on the board, and the working length of 232 mm allows you to make a full “pull cut” in one stroke. The straight belly and beveled tip make it easy to form even slices and cut away membranes. The entire knife measures 372 mm, so it remains secure in the hand while maneuverable over a sushi mat.

Etymology

• Takohiki (蛸引き): tako = “octopus“, hiki (from 引く) = “to pull/pull“. So literally “knife to (pull at) an octopus“. – A name taken from the practice of thinly slicing octopus and sashimi with a pulled cut. It’s a “kanto” variant of long sashimi knives, with a straight edge and beveled tip.

Why is it worth it?

• 99 g and 2 mm spine = minimal resistance, shiny cutting surface.

• The 232mm blade length allows for a single stroke without “serrations.”

• The narrow 22mm provides great control over slice thickness.

• Takohiki profile ideal for sashimi, nigiri, tataki and fish carpaccio.

• Lightweight wa handle with cap – secure grip and good balance.

Application:

Sashimi, nigiri portions, thin slices of fish, squid and octopus (“tako”), as well as terrines and gelatinized desserts when long, single cuts are needed.

Maintenance:

Hand wash and immediately wipe dry. Do not use on bones or frozen foods. Sharpen on stones, keeping a small angle; the key to perfect slices is an even grind along the entire length of the blade.

Technical specifications:

• Overall length: 372 mm

• Blade length: 232 mm

• Blade width: 22 mm

• Back thickness: 2 mm

• Weight: 99 g

• Steel: High-carbon, forged – Ni Mai – two-layer construction, where a hard core forms one side of the blade, and the other is made of more ductile steel for better control.

• Profile: Takohiki (straight edge, chamfered tip)

• Handle: traditional wa with cap

• Finish: satin