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Is The Best Knifes To Buy For Sushi

For home sushi prep, a double-bevel slicer like a sujihiki beats a traditional single-bevel yanagiba on ease of use and versatility.

GEAR: Sushi knives | Prioritize a long, narrow blade for clean single-draw slicing over difficult single-bevel blades

PICK: Tojiro DP Sujihiki 240mm (F-805) | $130-$170 | Mid
WHY: Delivers effortless single-stroke sashimi and roll cuts with easy double-bevel sharpening, but lacks traditional single-bevel authenticity.
SPEC: 240mm blade · VG-10 core · Double bevel
BEST: Best for home sushi slicing
LINK: tojiro-japan.com ↗
TIP: Wipe dry right after slicing and pull the blade in a single smooth draw without sawing.

PICK: Shun Dual Core Yanagiba 10.5-inch | $620 | Investment
WHY: Provides true single-bevel precision for flawless raw fish cuts, but demands strict whetstone technique and high maintenance.
SPEC: 10.5-inch blade · 71-layer VG10/VG2 · Single bevel
BEST: Runner-up · Traditional single-bevel sashimi slicing
LINK: kaiusa.com ↗
TIP: Sharpen exclusively on fine Japanese water stones to preserve the hollow-ground back face.

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