Description
⚡Mizuno Tanrenjo Ginsan Steel Yanagiba 30cm – Ebony Octagonal Handle⚡
🔥Brand: Mizuno Tanrenjo
🔪YouTube (Product Video): https://youtu.be/5rzzItmP5Tk
🔪Knife Type: Yanagiba
🔪Steel: Ginsan (Gingami No.3)
🔪Rust Resistance: Strong
🔪Size: 30cm
🔪Handle: Ebony Octagonal (Ferrule Random)
🔪Saya: Optional add-on (various materials available)
🔪Thickness: ≈4mm
🔪Blade Width: ≈3.3cm
🔪Weight: ≈236g
Brand Introduction:
Mizuno Tanrenjo was founded in 1872 (Meiji 5) and has over 150 years of history as one of Sakai’s most respected traditional forges.
The first generation, Mizuno Torakichi, established the Gen’ei Akitada brand, producing samurai swords and kitchen knives.
The second generation, Mizuno Masanori, studied under renowned swordsmiths Sakurai Masayuki and Morita Masamichi. In 1934, he forged four protective sickles for the major restoration of Hōryū-ji Temple, which were enshrined atop the national treasure Five-storied Pagoda.
The third generation, Mizuno Sadaaki, trained under Living National Treasure Gassan Sadakazu.
In 1981, his hon-yaki yanagiba was exhibited at the National Traditional Crafts Exhibition, and the following year he was officially recognized as a craftsman of Sakai Traditional Blades.
The fourth generation, Mizuno Yasuyuki, was twice received by Prince Takahito, Prince Mikasa (1952 & 1980) and awarded the prestigious “Tairan” honor—hence the “Tairan” mark engraved on the back of Mizuno blades.
The fifth generation, Mizuno Jun, continues the family legacy with exceptional forging skills and the signature kaeruko-choji hamon, well-loved by chefs in Japan and abroad.
Steel Introduction:
Ginsan (Gingami No.3) is a high-grade stainless steel made by Hitachi Metals.
It features high carbon, high chromium, and added vanadium and molybdenum, providing excellent edge retention, hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance. Commonly used in premium kitchen knives.
Knife Model Introduction:
The Yanagiba is a long, narrow, single-bevel knife designed for slicing sashimi.
It enables extremely smooth, clean cuts that help preserve the texture and flavor of the fish.