after long long… wait…. i save up enough money for a new knife. After long search i finally decided to get get a Takeda. At first i was going to order straight from japan, but that will take forever. Lucky, i found a (only)site in US sell Takeda. . I was so happy, i ordered it right away (last night)

The Banno-funayukibocho is traditionally used for cutting vegetables, fish or meat. The blade is Aogami Super Steel (AS) which is a high-carbon steel alloy with vanadium. As with all of Takeda’s knives, it has a strong sharp edge. The octagon shaped wood handle is easy to hold. 152 mm cutting edge.

Banno-Funayukibocho AS - 15.2 cm
Blade material: Aogami Super Steel
Blade size: 6″ (15.2 cm) cutting edge
Case: Original Takeda Storage Box
Handle: Wood - Octagon
Overall: 10 3/4″
Price: $205 + shipping

OHH YEAHH !!!! it a beauty i tell ya. I know i am going love it!! it’s arrive tomorow. yesssssssssss

Actualy, i also wanted Takeda Yanagi, but i am going to wait to test out the Banno-Funayukibocho first. I really need a Yanagi (my current Yanagi is worn out). I want a ao-ko Honyaki (hightest grade sushi knife). i probably have to settle for ao-ko Hongasumi Yanagi (second to Honyaki)… **sigh** Right now, i have my eye on Aritsugu Ao-ko Layered Steel Hongasumi Yanagi.

Ohh yeah, check out my ebony wooden handle moribashi(titanium serving chop stick). i bought last week for $90. I love it

Tags: Guide to Sushi, My Bitching //