Global knives are razor-sharp & exceptionally light. Knives from global are unique in the world of fine cutlery. High tech from tip to handle. The 2 most innovative features of Global knives are their edge & the way they are balanced. The most important feature of any knife is its edge & the global edge is truly its signature. Hand wash with non-acidic dishwashing soap & dry thoroughly before storing. Made in Japan. A Yanagi is a specialist Japanese knife for slicing pieces of fish for sushi and sashimi. The long blade is to allow the chef to make long broad strokes to make sure that the cut is made in one go. Global’s Yanagi Sashimi slicers are ground in typical Japanese fashion with a single bevel on the face of the knife. The single bevel is to allow professional chefs more control to control the thickness of the sashimi slices and make sure the cut is perfect for presentation.