Japanese Yanagiba sashimi knife for prepare Sashimi, Slice Raw Fish and Seafood* Molybdenum Rust-Resistant Steel Blade* Razor Sharp Edge * Blade Length: 11-3/4 in* Overall Length: 17-1/2 in* Wooden handle offers maximum comfort & control * Plastic Bolster * Easy to sharpen * Made in Japan by SekiryuHow to Sharpen:>Sharpening on a whetstone >Dampen whetstone. >Sharpen on whetstone on flat surfaces onlyUsage & Care: * Wash Knife with dishwashing liquid before use.* always dry blade thoroughly after washing.* Do not use scrub brushes or abrasive cleansersTypes of Knives:* Santoku -- All purpose: For Vegetable, Fish, Meat* Nakiri -- Chopping: For Vegetable* Gyutou -- Multipurpose kitchen Knife. for Cutting vegetable, fish, or Meat* Deba -- Hard Foods: Fish bones, Meats* Sashimi -- Slicing: Slicing raw fish