KAI 関孫六 金寿 - 柳刃包丁（9.25インチ）

The handle is much lighter than I expected, which makes the precise single-stroke cuts feel effortless even after prepping a whole salmon. I've never had a knife this balanced before.

The long, thin blade makes single-stroke cuts feel almost effortless, and the edge held up beautifully through a whole salmon prep session. It's a serious tool for anyone who wants precise, clean slices without fighting the knife.

The long, thin blade really does cut in a single smooth stroke—I filleted a whole salmon in half the time it used to take me. It’s so light and precise that it feels like an extension of my hand, though I’m still getting used to how delicate it is.