Yu Kurosaki Sujihiki Raijin 270mm (10.6”)
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Yu Kurosaki Sujihiki Raijin 270mm is an outstanding blade from the hands of master blacksmith Yu Kurosaki. As with all of his knives, the fit and finish are superb, showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail. At 270 mm (10.6"), this sujihiki is a long, elegant slicing knife—ideal for clean, precise cuts of meat and fish using smooth, uninterrupted drawing strokes.
The Raijin line is named after Raijin (雷神), the Shinto god of thunder and lightning. A powerful and awe-inspiring deity, Raijin commands storms, with his presence symbolized by roaring drums and bolts of lightning. The blade's distinctive hammered pattern captures this elemental force, with bold, deep impressions that echo the crash of thunder and the flash of lightning.
BLADE SHAPE:
Sujihiki, or slicer knives, are designed for long, clean slicing motions—particularly for meat, boneless fish, trimming, and skinning.
→ The long, straight blade excels at portioning large cuts. Blade length: 270mm (10.6").
→ Distal taper: 3.7 mm (0.15") at the handle, narrowing to 1.6 mm (0.06") at the tip.
STEEL:
Made from Cobalt Special Steel – a high-performance Japanese stainless steel enriched with cobalt for outstanding sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. Crafted for serious kitchen work.
LAMINATION:
The steel is laminated, meaning that the core is made of very strong steel covered with an external layer of softer stainless steel − also known as san-mai clad.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (symmetrical) blade (50/50). The blade has a concave V-edge profile, which means that the blade tapers all the way from the spine to the edge on both sides at a common angle. This kind of grind offers a good balance between the ease of cutting and robustness.
BLADE FINISH:
The Raijin hammered finish consists of deep, thunder-inspired tsuchime (hammered) finish that capture the spirit of the storm. This powerful texture gives the blade an unmistakable character while also reducing food adhesion.
HANDLE:
The handle is made from beautiful dark rosewood, and because of its symmetrical octagonal shape, it is perfect for both left- and right-handed users.
ABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:
Yu Kurosaki is a young, talented master blacksmith who lives in Takefu Knife Village, close to the city of Echizen. His knives are well known throughout Japan and also around the world for their beautiful, unique-looking design and superior quality. Hammer dents on the blade are his signature finish, and just like with snowflakes, not a single dent is alike. Needless to say (but we will say it anyway), his knives don’t only look great but they’re also made of high-quality steel and have a razor sharp, long-lasting edge.
☝️ When you visit Japan, make sure to put the Takefu Knife Village on your itinerary!
Here's a short video of Kurosaki's workshop:
Blade shape: Sujihiki
Steel type: Cobalt Special
Blade construction: San-mai / v-edge / tsuchime
Hardness (HRC scale): 63
Overall length: 419mm (16.5")
Blade length: 266mm (10.5")
Blade height: 40mm (1.6")
Spine thickness: Tapers from 3.7 mm (0.15") to 1.6 mm (0.06")
Weight: 150g (5.3 oz)
Handle length: 140mm (5.5")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / Rosewood
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
Location of the smithy: ECHIZEN - TAKEFU KNIFE VILLAGE / Fukui Prefecture / Japan
☝️ Japanese kitchen knives in our store are handmade from natural materials. Slight variations in color, texture, weight and other dimensions are possible. We try to give a good photographic representation of our products, however computer screen resolution and colors do vary, so products might not look exactly as they are seen on screen.
Blade wear depends on the quality of steel, usage and maintenance of the blade. Japanese knives are made of high-quality steels. Follow these tips to keep your Japanese knife in top-notch shape:
✔ Use a wooden, plastic or rubber cutting board.
✔ After use, wash the knives and wipe them dry.
✔ For storage, use a knife holder or a protective knife sheath (saya).
✔ A good cutting technique is your best bet to prolong sharpness.
✔ Use sharpening stones to sharpen the knife.
❗️Don’t leave the knife in the sink. Wash it by hand.
❗️Don’t wash the knife in the dishwasher.
❗️Don’t use the knife on glass, ceramics, marble or steel surfaces.
❗️Don’t scrape the food off the cutting board with the edge of the blade. Use the spine of the knife instead.
❗️Knife is a tool intended for specific use - cutting food. It is not a can opener, screwdriver, trowel, wire cutter, hammer etc.
→ For more details, read our guide
on Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.
🤙 Contact us if you need some help. We reply within 1 business day.
SHIPPING RATES:
- €10 - flat worldwide rate with DHL Express (express delivery, 2-5 business days).
- FREE - all orders over €300 (DHL Express).
EXCEPTIONS:
- United Kingdom - shipping to UK costs €15. All orders are shipped with UPS Express (2-3 business days). Free shipping on orders over €300.
- Russia (currently not available) - shipping to Russia costs €40. All orders are shipped with EMS postal service.
DUTIES AND IMPORT TAXES:
We ship all orders DDP (duties & taxes paid). This means you will not be charged for any import fees and taxes (including VAT). All our prices are final. The price you see at checkout is the final price, no hidden costs.
DELIVERY TIME:
- Europe: 1-2 business days
- US & Canada: 2-4 business days
- Rest of the World: 3-5 business days
RETURNS:
Our return policy lasts 30 days. If more than 30 days have gone by since the day you received your order, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
→ Read our SHIPPING & RETURNS policy for more info. We strive to solve any issues fast and with as little hassle for you. If you have some additional questions, please contact us.
Each knife comes with:
✔️ Instructions and knife care leaflet.
✔️ A preventive Band-Aid – the knives are very sharp! 😉
✔️ Original box from the blacksmith, which we wrap in an old Japanese newspaper sheet – so every knife is ready to be passed on as a gift as soon as it hits your doorstep!
✔️ We also offer a special gift wrapping option with the traditional Japanese washi paper.
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