Sakai Takayuki "Kairyo-Kasumitogi" Yanagiba

Great knife

Looks better in person than the pics on the site.. absolute steal at the price for a starter yanagiba..can't comment on performance as bought as a gift but looks beautiful

Great Value

Wow, what a classic beauty! Love the sharpness, weight and handling. Much better than my expectations. Just wondering why people buy knives from Williams Sonoma.

Special occasions

Slender and sleek, very sharp for delicate cuts and carvings. It will do it's job very well. I am biased and really like these knives. Price point makes it affordable.