These type of knives are usually ground for right handed cooks (single vs double bevel). Any lefties using these?

I am left handed. The single bevel grind you are referring to is what's called a "chisel-grind", and as such are designed with either right-hand specific, or left-hand specific users in mind. Only the Deba, Usuba, and Yanagiba knives from the Wasabi line are chisel-ground (right handed orientation). All of the other knives from Wasabi are made with a standard 50/50 grind and will be suitable for left-handed users like myself. Hope this helps.

is this a forged knife ?

Japanese knives by the larger companies are by and large stamped. However, the quality of the steel they use, fit and finish, and meticulous attention to detail make this distinction pretty much moot when it comes to the quality of their knives. Anybody who has used a Japanese knife by any of the well-known brands can tell you their knives are incredible, regardless of whether they were forged or not.

Anyone else had problems with rust? I hand-washed and left this knife on a drying pad for a week, now it's got rust spots all over.

First you are not respecting your tools. Knives, all knives need and deserve care. Hand wash, then hand dry. Store in a sheath or in a drawer away from moisture. Wipe with a thin coat of olive oil if you wish. I own the 8" Deba with the bamboo colored handle for over 10 years, it is still sharp and never spotted or rusted. It is made with ultra high carbon Molybdenum steel. So it can get spots, but I take care of my things so I never had an issue. Btw, I'm a 21 year veteran chef.

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Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch

Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8 1/4-Inch

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Blade Material
Stainless
Brand
KAI
Colour
Black
Handle Material
Stainless
Blade Edge
Asian Cutlery
Blade Length
8 Inches

🔪8.25-inch precision blade

🖐️Ergonomic D-shaped polypropylene handle

🛡️High-carbon stainless steel for edge retention

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Description

🔪 Slice Like a Sushi Chef, Own the Kitchen Stage

UNMATCHED EDGE RETENTION - High-carbon stainless steel blade stays sharper longer, reducing the need for frequent sharpening.
LIFETIME WARRANTY CONFIDENCE - Crafted in the heart of Japan’s cutlery capital with a lifetime warranty—invest in a knife that lasts a lifetime.
SUSHI GRADE PRECISION CUTTING - Effortlessly slice ultra-thin sashimi and sushi with the expertly crafted 8.25-inch Yanagiba blade.
ERGONOMIC COMFORT MEETS TRADITION - D-shaped handle blends traditional Japanese design with modern polypropylene for fatigue-free slicing.
NON STICK SINGLE SIDED SHARPENING - Blade sharpened on one side to minimize food sticking, ensuring flawless cuts every time.

The Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife is an 8.25-inch traditional Japanese sushi knife forged from high-carbon stainless steel for superior sharpness and edge retention. Featuring a single-sided sharpened blade to reduce food sticking and an ergonomic D-shaped polypropylene handle, it offers professional-grade precision and comfort. Made in Seki City, Japan’s renowned cutlery hub, this knife comes with a lifetime warranty, making it a must-have for culinary enthusiasts aiming for flawless sushi and sashimi preparation.

Specifications

ASIN	B0016GZA3O
Blade Color	Black
Blade Edge	Asian Cutlery
Blade Length	8 Inches
Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Brand	KAI
Colour	Black
Construction Type	Forged
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 762 Reviews
Enclosure Material	Stainless Steel
Global Trade Identification Number	04901601464559
Handle Material	Stainless Steel , Polypropylene
Included Components	Knife
Is the item dishwasher safe?	Yes
Item Type Name	Kai Wasabi Black Yanagiba Knife, 8.25 Inch, 6721Y
Item Weight	201.6 Grams
Manufacturer	Kai
Manufacturer Part Number	6721.Y
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Lifetime warranty
Model number	6721Y
Number of Items	1
Size	20.3 cm
UPC	885270362757 786173345826 097914386733 789542522194
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Reviews

J**N

Very good quality knife and extremely Sharp

Came out of the box extremely Sharp. Perfect for cutting sushi rolls. Glides through tempura shrimp like butter. Great quality!

29.03.2021

G**X

Impec!

18.03.2026

A**T

Buen cuchillo

Vale la pena.

9.12.2023

S**E

Bien

Couteau d’une excellente qualité. Lame très tranchante, coupe nette et précise pour le poisson. Parfait pour le sashimi et le sushi. Très bon rapport qualité-prix. Je recommande vivement.

7.12.2025

A**S

Arriva già affilato

Arrivato ben confezionato e già un po' affilato (io cmq ho la cote apposta). Mi ci sono già tagliata un dito perché sono goffa, ma a parte questo è un buon coltello, giustamente "sbilanciato" in avanti (quindi in realtà adeguatamente bilanciato per quello che devo farci) ed arriva nella sua confezione trasparente con anche tutte le raccomandazioni. Vi prego di non trattarlo male e tenerlo sempre pulito come spiegano nel manuale. A me sta dando tante soddisfazioni e quando sarò più brava a maneggiarlo lo affilerò e renderà anche di più. Lo uso quotidianamente da un mese circa.

26.09.2021

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