Ukiba
Questions answered
Frequently asked about Ukiba
How is the Ukiba finish produced?
An ukiba (浮き刃, "floating edge") finish polishes most of the blade to a migaki or brushed finish and leaves a hazy, kasumi-style band along the edge. The effect makes the edge appear to float against the polished body of the blade.
What knives typically feature a Ukiba finish?
Ukiba is a finish that sets off the edge zone: the face is polished and a hazy band runs along the edge. It is seen on gyuto, sujihiki and other slicer profiles from some makers.
How do I care for a knife with a Ukiba finish?
The polished face needs migaki-style care: wipe it after use to stop water spots and fingerprints. The hazy band along the edge needs the ordinary hand wash and dry, and on a carbon steel knife keep it dry and oiled like any carbon blade. The contrast between the two zones can change over years of sharpening.
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Japanese knives with the Ukiba finish
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Myojin Riki Cobalt Special Steel Gyuto 210mm Ebony Handle
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Tetsujin Ginsan Ukiba K-tip Gyuto 240mm Ebony Handle
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Tetsujin Ginsan Ukiba Nakiri 180mm Ebony Handle
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Tetsujin Ginsan Ukiba Gyuto 210mm Ebony Handle
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