KAI Seki Magoroku Kinju & Hekiju knives are part of the KAI Professional Series and combine traditional Japanese knife craftsmanship with designs developed for precise kitchen work. Handmade in Japan, the collection is particularly suited to chefs looking for traditional single-bevel Japanese kni...
KAI Seki Magoroku Kinju & Hekiju knives are part of the KAI Professional Series and combine traditional Japanese knife craftsmanship with designs developed for precise kitchen work. Handmade in Japan, the collection is particularly suited to chefs looking for traditional single-bevel Japanese knives, especially for preparing fish and raw ingredients. The range includes the Kinju series for right-handed users and Hekiju models specifically designed for left-handed users.
One of the defining characteristics of the Seki Magoroku Kinju & Hekiju collection is its traditional single-bevel blade. This type of Japanese knife is designed to provide controlled, precise cuts, making it especially suitable for professional preparation techniques where accuracy is essential.
The current range combines 8A solid steel and SUS420J2 stainless steel, with hardness ratings of 58 and 56 ±1 HRC, depending on the blade section. This construction provides a practical balance between sharpness, durability and ease of use in professional kitchens.
The Kinju range includes several Deba and Yanagiba knives in different blade lengths, while Hekiju provides dedicated Deba and Yanagiba models for left-handed users. These traditional Japanese knives are particularly suitable for working with fish and raw meat, where precise cuts and controlled blade movement are important.
The Deba is traditionally associated with preparing fish, while the Yanagiba is designed for clean, precise slicing. Together, they make the Kinju & Hekiju collection especially relevant for Japanese-style fish preparation.
Kinju knives feature a hexagonal laminated wood handle designed to provide a secure and comfortable grip while offering good resistance to moisture. Hekiju models use handles specifically adapted for left-handed users, providing an alternative for chefs who require a traditional Japanese single-bevel knife designed for their dominant hand.
Discover the KAI Seki Magoroku Kinju & Hekiju collection and explore Japanese single-bevel knives made in Japan for precise professional preparation, including Deba and Yanagiba models for both right- and left-handed users.
KAI AK-1104 Kinju Yanagiba knife 18 cm, ideal for filleting meat and fish (sushi and sashimi), stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.
KAI AK-1105 Kinju Yanagiba Knife 21 cm, ideal for filleting meat and fish (sushi and sashimi), stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.
The KAI Kinju AK-1106 is a 24 cm Japanese Yanagiba knife, made in Japan and designed for long, precise, and clean cuts on fresh fish. It is the perfect tool for preparing sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese cuisine dishes where cutting precision is essential. Its 24 cm blade provides excellent control and allows you to create thin, even slices in a single...
The KAI Kinju AK-5077 is a 21 cm Japanese Yanagiba knife for left-handed users, made in Japan to deliver long, precise, and clean cuts on fresh fish. It is the ideal choice for preparing sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese cuisine specialties where cutting precision is essential. The KAI Kinju series is renowned for its outstanding craftsmanship and its...
KAI AK-1100 Seki Magoroki Kinju Deba 10.5 cm knife. The Deba are knives specially designed for cleaning fish, both for filleting and gutting and for cutting the bone thanks to its powerful and thick stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.
KAI AK-1100 Seki Magoroki Kinju Deba 15 cm knife. The Deba are knives specially designed for cleaning fish, both for filleting and gutting and for cutting the bone thanks to its powerful and thick stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.
KAI AK-1100 Seki Magoroki Kinju Deba 16,5 cm knife. The Deba are knives specially designed for cleaning fish, both for filleting and gutting and for cutting the bone thanks to its powerful and thick stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.
KAI AK-1100 Seki Magoroki Kinju Deba 18 cm knife. The Deba are knives specially designed for cleaning fish, both for filleting and gutting and for cutting the bone thanks to its powerful and thick stainless steel blade with high carbon content. Hexagonal laminated wood handle.