{"product_id":"sakai-toji-mxm-molybdenum-deba-knife-135mm-traditional-japanese-fish-butchery-blade","title":"Sakai Tōji MXM Molybdenum Deba Knife — 135mm, Traditional Japanese Fish Butchery Blade","description":"\u003cp\u003eOVERVIEW \u0026amp; PRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003cbr\u003eExperience the master craftsmanship of Sakai and the ultimate convenience of stainless fish butchery with the Sakai Tōji MXM Molybdenum Deba Knife (Model #313 \/ A-10122), featuring a sturdy, precision-forged 135mm thick blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by master cutlers at Sakai Tōji—a legendary brand rooted in Sakai, Osaka, the historic capital of professional Japanese cutlery—this MXM series Deba knife is specifically engineered for professional-grade fish preparation. Indispensable for scaling, processing bones, back-filleting, and cutting through fish bones, its robust, heavy-duty spine provides the power needed for intricate seafood butchery. The blade is forged from a high-grade Molybdenum stainless steel with optimized high-carbon content and reduced impurities, setting it apart from ordinary stainless knives by offering exceptional initial sharpness and long-lasting edge retention, all while remaining highly resistant to rust, highly hygienic, and easy to maintain in a home kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used for preparing whole fish, filleting catch of the day, or traditional Japanese seafood cooking, this authentic handcrafted tool brings uncompromising professional performance and easy maintenance into your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKEY FEATURES \u0026amp; SPECIFICATIONS\u003cbr\u003e- Specialized Fish Butchery Deba Design (出刃包丁): Heavy-duty, thick-spined traditional Japanese knife geometry specifically designed for scaling, cleaning, bone processing, and filleting whole fish.\u003cbr\u003e- High-Performance Molybdenum Stainless Steel (MXMモリブデン鋼): Forged with optimized carbon content and minimized impurities to deliver superior edge sharpness and extended edge retention compared to conventional stainless steel.\u003cbr\u003e- Ideal Home-Use 135mm Length: Designed with a versatile 135mm blade length—widely considered the ideal, manageable size for household fish preparation and everyday kitchen use.\u003cbr\u003e- Professional Sakai Cutlery Heritage: Crafted by Sakai Tōji, a prestigious brand trusted by professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts worldwide.\u003cbr\u003e- Handcrafted in Japan: Built with the uncompromising quality expected of traditional Japanese tool makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Specifications:\u003cbr\u003e  - Brand: Sakai Tōji (堺刀司)\u003cbr\u003e  - Series: MXM Molybdenum Series (MXMモリブデン)\u003cbr\u003e  - Model \/ Item Code: #313 \/ A-10122 (包丁 MXMモリブデン 出刃 135mm)\u003cbr\u003e  - Blade Length: 135mm (135ｍｍ)\u003cbr\u003e  - Blade Material: High-Carbon Molybdenum Stainless Steel (モリブデン鋼)\u003cbr\u003e  - Knife Type: Deba \/ Traditional Japanese Fish Butchery Knife (出刃包丁)\u003cbr\u003e  - Origin: Handcrafted in Sakai, Osaka, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT USAGE \u0026amp; CARE GUIDE\u003cbr\u003e- Specialized Seafood Use: Designed specifically for fish preparation, scaling, and processing. Avoid using on frozen foods or heavy hard bones beyond fish structures to prevent edge damage.\u003cbr\u003e- Maintenance \u0026amp; Care: While highly stain-resistant, wash and dry thoroughly after use to maintain the pristine stainless finish.\u003cbr\u003e- Sharpening: Maintain the specialized single-bevel\/asymmetric edge periodically using traditional Japanese water stones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Toji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53713391255864,"sku":"83383-313","price":418.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/6778\/4504\/files\/Photoroom_20261102_123245.jpg?v=1793583253","url":"https:\/\/niwakokoro.com\/products\/sakai-toji-mxm-molybdenum-deba-knife-135mm-traditional-japanese-fish-butchery-blade","provider":"Niwa Kokoro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}