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  Super Gou Ypsilon (current)
  
  Rei
  
  Super Gou
  
  Ketu
  
  Ran
  
  Zen
  
  Taishi
  
  Tsuchimon
  
  Hana
  
  Blue Breeze
- By Types
  
  Boning
  
  Bread
  
  Carving fork
  
  Chef's
  
  Chinese Chef's
  
  Filleting
  
  Kiritsuke
  
  Konata
  
  Nakiri
  
  Paring
  
  Santoku
  
  Slicing
  
  Steak
  
  Utility
- Super Gou Ypsilon
  
  Forged from 193 layers of stainless steel, Super Gou Ypsilon delivers exceptional hardness and razor-sharp performance. At its core lies SG2 powdered steel, hardened to an impressive 63 Rockwell for enduring sharpness.
  
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  Rei
  
  Forged from 69 layers of stainless steel, the Rei series delivers unparalleled hardness and razor-sharp precision. At its core lies VG10 stainless steel, achieving an extraordinary 70 Rockwell for unmatched cutting performance. Each blade is enhanced with a black DLC (diamond-like coating) for superior durability and refined aesthetics.
  
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  Super Gou
  
  Forged from 161 layers of stainless steel, the Super Gou series delivers unmatched hardness and razor-sharp precision. At its core lies SG2 powdered steel, hardened to an exceptional 63 Rockwell, ensuring lasting sharpness. Each blade is adorned with a hand engraving in Japanese symbols, a mark of true artistry.
  
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  Ketu
  
  Forged from 3 layers of stainless steel, the Ketu series offers outstanding hardness and precise cutting performance. At its core lies SG2 powdered steel, hardened to 63 Rockwell for exceptional sharpness. Each blade features an artistic hammered pattern, reflecting traditional craftsmanship.
  
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  Ran
  
  Crafted from 69 layers of stainless steel, the Ran series delivers superior sharpness and remarkable durability. The VG10 stainless steel core reaches 61 Rockwell, ensuring consistent cutting performance. Each blade is adorned with a striking Damascus steel pattern, marrying traditional artistry with modern precision.
  
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  Zen
  
  Forged from 37 layers of stainless steel, the Zen series combines exceptional hardness with precise, razor-sharp performance. At its core lies VG10 stainless steel, achieving 61 Rockwell for enduring sharpness. Each blade is finished with an artistic hammered pattern, showcasing both beauty and craftsmanship.
  
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  Taishi
  
  Forged from 3 layers of super stainless steel, the Taishi series offers extraordinary hardness and precision cutting. At its heart lies VG10 super stainless steel, achieving 61 Rockwell for lasting sharpness. Each blade showcases an artistic hammered pattern, highlighting both beauty and craftsmanship.
  
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  Tsuchimon
  
  Forged from 3 layers of stainless steel, the Tsuchimon series delivers exceptional hardness and razor-sharp precision. At its core lies VG10 stainless steel, achieving 61 Rockwell for lasting sharpness. Each blade features an artistic hammered pattern, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship.
  
  Tsuchimon - more
  
  Hana
  
  Forged from 3 layers of steel, the Hana series delivers excellent hardness and reliable sharpness. At its core lies MOVAX superior stainless steel, a precise blend of chrome, molybdenum, and vanadium, reaching 58 Rockwell for consistent cutting performance.
  
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  Blue Breeze
  
  Forged from 3 layers of steel, the Blue Breeze series offers reliable sharpness and exceptional hardness. At its core lies MOVAX superior stainless steel, a carefully balanced alloy of chrome, molybdenum, and vanadium, achieving 58 Rockwell for consistent cutting performance.
  
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- Boning
  
  The boning knife is a precision tool designed for working closely around bones and joints. Its narrow, flexible blade allows for clean, controlled cuts, making it essential for detailed butchery and meat preparation.
  
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  Bread
  
  The bread knife features a long blade with sharp serrations, perfect for cutting through crusty bread without crushing the soft interior. Its sawing motion handles everything from artisan loaves to cakes and pastries, delivering clean, even slices with ease.
  
  Bread - more
  
  Carving fork
  
  The carving fork is designed to hold meat securely in place while slicing. Its long, sturdy tines provide control and stability, making it an essential companion to a carving knife when serving roasts.
  
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  Chef's
  
  The chef’s knife is the most essential and versatile tool in the kitchen. With its broad blade and balanced design, it handles a wide range of tasks efficiently and comfortably.
  
  Chef's - more
  
  Chinese Chef's
  
  The Chinese chef’s knife features a wide, rectangular blade that excels in precision and efficiency. Despite its cleaver-like appearance, it is designed for fine slicing rather than heavy chopping.
  
  Chinese Chef's - more
  
  Filleting
  
  The filleting knife is designed for delicate work on fish. Its long, thin, and flexible blade allows for precise cuts while preserving the texture of the fish.
  
  Filleting - more
  
  Kiritsuke
  
  The Kiritsuke knife combines the precision of a slicer with the versatility of a chef’s knife. Its long, flat blade and distinctive angled tip allow for accurate slicing, chopping, and fine detail work, making it a powerful and elegant tool for experienced cooks.
  
  Kiritsuke - more
  
  Konata
  
  The Konata knife is a compact Japanese-style blade designed for versatility and control. Its balanced shape makes it suitable for a wide range of kitchen tasks.
  
  Konata - more
  
  Nakiri
  
  The Nakiri knife is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed for fast, clean up-and-down chopping. Its straight edge and rectangular blade provide full contact with the cutting board, making it ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables with speed and precision.
  
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  Paring
  
  The paring knife is a small, agile tool designed for detailed and delicate work. Its short blade offers excellent control for precision tasks.
  
  Paring - more
  
  Santoku
  
  The Santoku knife is a versatile Japanese all-rounder, ideal for precise up-and-down chopping. Its shorter, flatter blade with a sheepsfoot tip makes it perfect for slicing, dicing, and chopping a variety of ingredients with ease.
  
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  Slicing
  
  The slicing knife is designed for long, smooth strokes that produce clean, even slices. Its narrow blade reduces friction and preserves texture.
  
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  Steak
  
  The steak knife is designed for effortless cutting at the table. Its sharp edge ensures clean cuts without tearing cooked meat.
  
  Steak - more
  
  Utility
  
  The utility knife is a versatile kitchen tool, perfectly sized between a paring and a chef’s knife. Its sharp, balanced blade handles a wide range of tasks with precision and ease, making it ideal for everyday cooking.
  
  Utility - more
- By Series
  
  Super Gou
  
  Ran
  
  Zen
  
  Tsuchimon
- By Types
  
  Sharpeners
  
  Whetstones
  
  Magnets
  
  Blocks
  
  Bags
- Super Gou
  
  Forged from 161 layers of stainless steel, the Super Gou series delivers unmatched hardness and razor-sharp precision. At its core lies SG2 powdered steel, hardened to an exceptional 63 Rockwell, ensuring lasting sharpness. Each blade is adorned with a hand engraving in Japanese symbols, a mark of true artistry.
  
  Super Gou - more
  
  Ran
  
  Crafted from 69 layers of stainless steel, the Ran series delivers superior sharpness and remarkable durability. The VG10 stainless steel core reaches 61 Rockwell, ensuring consistent cutting performance. Each blade is adorned with a striking Damascus steel pattern, marrying traditional artistry with modern precision.
  
  Ran - more
  
  Zen
  
  Forged from 37 layers of stainless steel, the Zen series combines exceptional hardness with precise, razor-sharp performance. At its core lies VG10 stainless steel, achieving 61 Rockwell for enduring sharpness. Each blade is finished with an artistic hammered pattern, showcasing both beauty and craftsmanship.
  
  Zen - more
  
  Tsuchimon
  
  Forged from 3 layers of stainless steel, the Tsuchimon series delivers exceptional hardness and razor-sharp precision. At its core lies VG10 stainless steel, achieving 61 Rockwell for lasting sharpness. Each blade features an artistic hammered pattern, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship.
  
  Tsuchimon - more
- Sharpeners
  
  Knife sharpeners are essential tools for maintaining sharp, safe, and efficient blades in any kitchen. Over time, even high-quality knives lose their edge through regular use, which makes cutting more difficult and increases the risk of slipping.
  
  Sharpeners - more
  
  Whetstones
  
  Whetstones, also known as sharpening stones, are one of the most effective tools for achieving a precise and long-lasting knife edge. Unlike simple sharpeners, they allow full control over the sharpening angle and pressure.
  
  Whetstones - more
  
  Magnets
  
  Magnetic knife blocks are modern storage solutions that use strong magnets to keep kitchen knives securely in place. They offer a sleek alternative to traditional knife blocks while keeping blades visible, easily accessible, and well‑organized.
  
  Magnets - more
  
  Blocks
  
  Knife blocks are a popular and practical way to store kitchen knives safely while keeping them easily accessible. They help protect the blades from damage and reduce the risk of accidents by keeping sharp edges securely in place.
  
  Blocks - more
  
  Bags
  
  Knife bags are practical storage solutions designed to protect and transport kitchen knives safely. Whether for professional chefs or home cooks, they help keep blades organized while preventing damage to both the knives and the user.
  
  Bags - more
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SUPER GOU YPSILON.

193 layers of SG2 powdered steel.

Super Gou Ypsilon

Forged for perfection.

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon mood image. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS

Forged from 193 layers of stainless steel, Super Gou Ypsilon delivers exceptional hardness and razor-sharp performance. At its core lies SG2 powdered steel, hardened to an impressive 63 Rockwell for enduring sharpness. Each blade is adorned with a hand-engraved product name in Japanese symbols, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship. The handle is made from premium black Canvas-Micarta, a robust yet lightweight composite of linen and synthetic resin, providing superior durability over traditional wood. Every knife in this collection comes with a finely crafted wooden sheath, combining elegance with practical protection.

193-layer stainless steel with incredible hardness and sharpness
Blade core: SG2 powdered steel
Hardness: 63 Rockwell (kitchen knives usually reach 54 to 64 Rockwell)
Hand engraving of product name in Japanese symbols, made of multilayered steel
Premium handle made of black Canvas-Micarta (robust and lightweight composite material made of linen and synthetic resin making it more durable than wood)
All products in this series come with a wooden knife sheath

Utility knife
Santoku knife
Chef’s knife
Kiritsuke knife

EXPLORE

Our different knife variations.

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Chef's knife. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Ypsilon Chef's knife

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Santoku knife. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Ypsilon Santoku knife

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Utility knife. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Ypsilon Utility knife

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Kiritsuke knife. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Ypsilon Kiritsuke knife

GIFT SETS

Of our Super Gou Ypsilon series.

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Gift Set: Chef's & Utility knife. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Gift set: Chef's & Utility knife

Yaxell knife series Super Gou Ypsilon Complete gift set. Copyright: Yaxell Europe ApS — Gift set: Kiritsuke, Chef's & Utility knife