Yaxell Taishi: A Crown Prince of Quality and Craftsmanship

Discover the beautiful series from Yaxell; Taishi, a new and extraordinary series from the leading Japanese brand Yaxell. The name "Taishi" means crown prince, and this series is rightly called the crown prince of Yaxell. Proudly produced in Seki City, the historic epicenter of Japanese knife craftsmanship, Yaxell Taishi exceeds all expectations.

Perfect Balance between Aesthetics and Performance

The Yaxell Taishi series is imbued with craftsmanship and precision. With a remarkable VG-10 core reaching a hardness of 61 Rockwell HRC, surrounded by two layers of high-quality stainless steel with a refined tsuchime, or hammered surface. This subtle texture reduces the contact surface with the material being cut, promoting effortless cutting. The gradual transition from the outer layers to the core results in a beautiful wavy pattern. The knives are not only resistant to corrosion, making them extremely suitable for precise cutting of meat, vegetables, and even acidic foods.

A Harmonious Blend of Material and Design

The ergonomic handles made of food-safe black beech pakkawood form a harmonious unity with the sharp blades. The flowing blade transitions seamlessly into a brushed bolster, which perfectly connects to the pakkawood handle. The distinctive Yaxell logo adorns the back of the bolster, adding not only aesthetic value but also contributing to the excellent balance of the knife.

Outstanding Features:

Produced in the historic heart of Seki City, a city with more than 700 years of tradition in sword and knife making.

The knives feature a VG10 stainless steel core, encased by high-quality stainless steel on both sides, for superior corrosion resistance and strength.

With a hardness of 61 Rockwell HRC, these knives are exceptionally long-lasting sharp.

The hard core allows for a smaller sharpening angle, making them much sharper than traditional European knives.

The handles are made of high-quality black beech pakkawood, providing a comfortable grip and beautiful appearance.

The interplay between the blade and stainless steel end bolster offers excellent stability and balance.

Experience the perfection of Yaxell Taishi knives, a symphony of masterful craftsmanship and refined elegance, where Japanese tradition and modern design converge. Feel the difference and elevate your culinary creativity to new heights.

VG-10 Core

VG-10 is a cutlery-grade stainless steel produced in Japan. The name stands for V Gold 10 ("gold" refers to quality), or sometimes V-Kin-10 (V?10?) (kin means "gold" in Japanese). It is a high-carbon stainless steel, consisting of 1% carbon, 15% chromium, 1% molybdenum, 0.2% vanadium, and 1.5% cobalt.[1] The VG-10 stainless steel was originally designed by Takefu Special Steel Co. Ltd., located in Takefu, Fukui Prefecture, Japan. VG-10 has a hardness of HRC 61 (Rockwell).