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Tipo de Bisel Analysis

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Doble Bisel (Ryoba)

Double-bevel (Ryoba) blades are ground symmetrically on both sides. This splits the cutting force evenly, making them intuitive, easy to guide straight down, and highly versatile for home cooks cutting meats, veggies, and general ingredients.

Cutting Mechanics

Single vs Double Bevel Cut Mechanics

Single-Bevel (Kataba)Ingredient (Fish / Daikon)Straight CutPushes Slice Away✓ Clean slices without crushing delicate fibersDouble-Bevel (Ryoba)Ingredient (Meat / Vegetables)Equal Splitting Force✓ Intuitive straight cuts, easy for all home cooks
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Sujihiki (Cuchillo para filetear)

Sujihiki

Descripción

El Sujihiki es la versión occidental de doble bisel del Yanagiba. Significa 'extractor de tendones' y su hoja larga y estrecha está optimizada para rebanar carnes y pescados sin esfuerzo.

Ideal Para

✓ Rebanar asados y carnes
✓ Retirar tendones y nervios
✓ Filetear piezas de pescado
✓ Corte fino de carnes

Características de la Hoja

  • Perfil de doble bisel (Ryoba) para mantener el corte recto de forma sencilla.
  • Hoja larga (240 mm a 300 mm) para cortar de una tirada.
  • Hoja estrecha que evita que los alimentos húmedos se queden pegados.
  • Filo mucho más fino que el de los trinchadores occidentales tradicionales.

Steel Recommendations

For this type of blade, professional makers typically suggest: VG-10, SG2 (Powdered High Speed Steel), or AUS-10 stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance and robust daily use without chipping.

Regiones Famosas

This cutlery type is famously forged and crafted in:

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Knife Anatomy

Parts of a Traditional Japanese Knife

Tip (Kissaki)Fine slicing & piercingSpine (Mune)Back ridge of the bladeRidge Line (Shinogi)Cutting Edge (Ha)Primary sharp slicing edgeHeel (Ago)Eye coring & heavy prepNeck / Gap (Machi)Handle-to-blade clearanceCollar (Kakumaki)Buffalo horn / collar bandHandle (E) & TangMagnolia wood + inserted tang