Tatsutogi is Kikuichi's most accessible traditional single bevel series, offering authentic craftsmanship at an excellent value. This Kanto-style unagisaki is hand-forged from carbon steel and purpose-built for the Japanese technique of filleting eels along the spine—a specialized skill that demands a blade precisely engineered for control and precision. This design makes it ideal for professional chefs and serious home cooks working with whole eels.
Professional Lifespan
3+ Years
Blade
2 Layers; Hand Forged
Edge
White #3 Carbon Steel
Spine
Soft Carbon Steel
HRC
57-60
Bevel
Single
Handle
Oval Wa Handle, Japanese Magnolia w/ Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule
CAUTION - Blade will patina and may rust if left wet. This is NOT a stainless steel. Always hand-wash and hand-dry knives. Use caution when cutting anything that may contain bones, pits, seeds, hard pieces, or was previously frozen.
