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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood Octagonal with Saya

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Hand made in Sakai, kurouchi finished iron clad shirogami #2 forged by dentoukougeishi master smith Kenji Togashi and expertly ground by his son Kenya.

These are ground with a fine flat kireba, for users that are somewhat newer to using a deba (under 5 years experience) adding some curvature to the main bevel will help to strengthen it.



About This Knife

Fish Butchery

Designed specifically for fish breakdown.

Light Butchery OK

Safe for use around bones.

Carbon Steel

Reactive blade.

Single Bevel

Wide bevel on outside face—hollow grind on inside face.

Right-Handed

Made for use in the right hand.

Deba

A deba is a traditional Japanese single-bevel knife designed for processing fish. Its thick, heavy blade provides the strength needed to break down whole fish, remove heads, and make clean cuts through bones without chipping. The fine, razor-sharp edge near the tip allows precise filleting and skin removal. While primarily used for fish, the robust heel can also handle light poultry work. The deba’s weight and geometry give it controlled, confident cutting in tasks that require both power and accuracy.

Listed Length: 165mm
Total Length: 310mm
Edge Length: 170mm
Heel Height: 49mm
Spine Thickness: 5.1mm
Weight:
Orientation: Right-handed

Blade Type: Carbon Steel
Steel Type: Shirogami 2 (White Paper #2)
Steel Hardness (HRC): undisclosed
Reactive: Yes
Handle Type: Japanese (wa)
Handle Material: Ho (Magnolia) & Horn Ferrule

  • This is a carbon steel knife made from hard steel.
  • Carbon steel knives develop a dark patina and require attentive care.
  • Hand wash and dry immediately after use. Do not air dry or clean in the dishwasher.
  • Rust will form with long-exposure to moisture or debris. Remove surface rust gently with a mild abrasive and progress to more aggressive abrasives if needed. Coarse abrasives will leave scratches in most finishes.
  • New deba edges are thin. Avoid excessive twisting to avoid edge damage.
  • Do not use bamboo, plastic, stone or metal cutting surfaces.

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Medium-fine Single Bevel

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Shirogami 2 (White Paper #2)

Carbon (C): 1.05–1.15%| Manganese (Mn): 0.2–0.3%| Phosphorus (P/S): trace

White 2 is a slightly lower|carbon variant (~1.05–1.15% C) offering better toughness and ease of sharpening. Common in Japanese kitchen knives, it reaches ~61–63 HRC and provides a clean, crisp edge. It’s reactive but widely loved for its balance between hardness and maintainability.



About Kenji Togashi

Sakai, Osaka, Japan

Kenji Togashi is a blacksmith from Sakai with over 55 years of experience. Starting his craft in 1967, Togashi became a certified Dentoukougeishi (Traditional Craftsman) in 1996 and was later honored as a Master of Traditional Crafts for his expert quenching technique. He is especially revered for forging impeccable honyaki knives – single-steel blades considered the pinnacle of forging skill. Togashi’s outstanding work earned him the Order of the Sacred Treasure. Working alongside his sons in a multi-generational forge, Togashi continues to uphold Sakai’s knife-making heritage, producing masterpieces treasured by chefs and collectors.

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