This sushikiri is part of the Korin Ginsanko series, hand-crafted by Suisin in Sakai, Japan and sold exclusively through Korin Japanese Trading Corp., one of the most respected Japanese knife retailers in the United States. The sushikiri is a specialized knife designed specifically for slicing sushi rolls, or makimono. Its long, symmetrically curved blade is engineered to cut through nori, rice, and fillings in a single rolling motion from back to front and front to back, without crushing or disturbing the contents of the roll. Unlike a yanagi or other slicers, the sushikiri's distinctive rounded tip and even belly make it uniquely suited for this task, and it has become an essential tool in high-volume sushi kitchens worldwide. The blade is forged from Ginsanko steel, a stain-resistant alloy created by adding 13% chromium to high-quality white steel, giving it the sharpness and feel of a carbon steel knife with significantly better rust resistance and easier day-to-day maintenance. The handle is octagonal yew wood with a water buffalo horn ferrule. This knife is sold without saya.
Specifications Brand: Korin Japanese Trading Corp. Manufacturer: Suisin, Sakai, Japan SKU: HKR-G3SK-225/NS Knife type: Sushikiri (sushi roll slicer), double bevel, V-shaped edge Blade steel: Ginsanko (Silver-3), stain-resistant, 13% chromium Blade length: 225mm (8.8") Handle: Octagonal yew wood with water buffalo horn ferrule Saya: Not included Retail price (with saya): $768.00 at korin.com
Care notes Hand wash and dry immediately after each use. While Ginsanko resists rust and staining better than carbon steel, food acids and salt can erode its protective chromium-oxide layer if left on the blade. Not dishwasher safe. Do not use on frozen food, bones, or hard seeds. Do not use a honing steel. Sharpen on a whetstone only. Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll — without a saya, the edge should be protected during storage.
