Garasaki

Garasaki knife is used for cutting meat off the bone. It is also convenient for filleting fish.

Garasaki Collection

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  • What is a Garasaki?

  • The Garasaki is not a well-known name, but it is actually very easy to use.
    A Garasaki is a knife used to peel meat from the bone of a chunk of meat.
    It is a knife that is rarely used at home. It is most probably used as a commercial knife.
    The blade is thick, and it is hard to spill the blade.
    When it comes to knives for handling fish, Deba are most commonly used, and when it comes to wholesale, Yanagiba knives are the norm, but Garasaki is also easy to handle fish.
    Especially single-edged knives can be handled in the same way as Deba.
Garasaki

Uses for Garasaki

Garasaki is a useful knife for cutting up chickens. It is wide, thick, and sturdy, making it perfect for the task. It can also chop through cartilage and be used to crack open shells like those of lobsters.

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Daily Care of Japanese knife

We aim for all of you to use your knives for a long time. To achieve this, we have summarized what aspects of knife care you should pay attention to on a regular basis.

Daily Care of Japanese Knife

FAQ About Garasaki

What is a Garasaki knife, and what is it mainly used for?

The Garasaki knife is a traditional Japanese knife primarily designed for cutting and preparing poultry. The word "Garasaki" is derived from a variation of "hone-saki" (bone cutter), making it suitable for cutting through bones and disjointing chicken. Its thick, heavy blade provides the strength needed to cut through bones.

Can you tell me about the distinctive shape of a Garasaki knife?

A: The main features of a Garasaki knife are:

  • A wide blade
  • A slightly upward-curved tip
  • A thick blade body
  • Forward-balanced weight
  • Overall length typically around 15-18 cm

This design allows the knife to withstand the impact of cutting bones and efficiently disassemble poultry.

The Origin of Craftsmanship

  • My children may not carry on this work, but the reason I keep going is because of the joy of creation.

  • Honestly, my children might not follow in my footsteps. Even so, I continue this work because there’s a deep joy in making things. Every day, I forge iron, shape it, and when I finally hold a finished piece in my hands, there’s an indescribable sense of accomplishment. The true appeal of being an artisan lies in creating something that endures. Even if there’s no one to take over, I believe it’s my mission to keep crafting each tool with care and dedication.
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