# Deba (出刃)

A deba is a single-bevel Japanese knife for filleting whole fish, typically 120–210 mm.

- Best for: Filleting whole fish
- Length: 120–210 mm
- Edge: Single bevel
- Steel: Ask in store
- Care: Hard
- Price: From about $120 (HD)

## Shops that carry it

1. Kama-Asa
2. Jikko Kappabashi
3. Tsubaya
4. Aritsugu Tsukiji
5. Hitohira
6. Kiya Nihonbashi

## Common questions

### What is a deba?

A deba is a single-bevel Japanese knife for filleting whole fish, typically 120–210 mm.

### What size is a Deba?

Typically 120–210 mm.

### Is a Deba single or double bevel?

Single bevel. Single-bevel knives are harder to sharpen.

### How much does a Deba cost?

From about $120 (HD)

### Where can I buy a Deba in Tokyo?

This page lists specialist Tokyo shops in our provisional ranking. The method is published.

## Sources

- https://hamonodirect.com/knife-types/

Updated: 2026-11-15

https://findmyknife.net/en/knives/deba/

## Price guide

Typical price (median across shops): ¥29,400. Under ¥10,000: 4/6, ¥10,000–30,000: 6/6, ¥30,000–50,000: 6/6, ¥50,000+: 4/6. Number of the 6 Tokyo shops with official online stores that list a Deba in each range (retrieved 2026-11-15).