These type of knives are usually ground for right handed cooks (single vs double bevel). Any lefties using these?

I am left handed. The single bevel grind you are referring to is what's called a "chisel-grind", and as such are designed with either right-hand specific, or left-hand specific users in mind. Only the Deba, Usuba, and Yanagiba knives from the Wasabi line are chisel-ground (right handed orientation). All of the other knives from Wasabi are made with a standard 50/50 grind and will be suitable for left-handed users like myself. Hope this helps.

is this a forged knife ?

Japanese knives by the larger companies are by and large stamped. However, the quality of the steel they use, fit and finish, and meticulous attention to detail make this distinction pretty much moot when it comes to the quality of their knives. Anybody who has used a Japanese knife by any of the well-known brands can tell you their knives are incredible, regardless of whether they were forged or not.

Anyone else had problems with rust? I hand-washed and left this knife on a drying pad for a week, now it's got rust spots all over.

First you are not respecting your tools. Knives, all knives need and deserve care. Hand wash, then hand dry. Store in a sheath or in a drawer away from moisture. Wipe with a thin coat of olive oil if you wish. I own the 8" Deba with the bamboo colored handle for over 10 years, it is still sharp and never spotted or rusted. It is made with ultra high carbon Molybdenum steel. So it can get spots, but I take care of my things so I never had an issue. Btw, I'm a 21 year veteran chef.

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EDGE THAT LASTS - Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel, this knife resists corrosion and maintains razor-sharpness longer than ordinary blades.
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Traditional Japanese d-shaped polypropylene handle ensures a secure, fatigue-free grip during extended prep sessions.
SUSHI GRADE PRECISION - Effortlessly slice ultra-thin sashimi with the 8.25-inch Yanagiba blade designed for flawless cuts every time.
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The Kai Wasabi Black 8.25-inch Yanagiba Chef's Knife combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern materials, featuring a high-carbon stainless steel blade for superior edge retention and a comfortable d-shaped handle for precise control. Perfect for professional-quality sushi and sashimi preparation, this knife offers durability, ease of use, and authentic style.

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Brand	KAI
Model Number	6721.Y
Color	Black (Handle) / Stainless Steel Blade
Product Dimensions	33.66 x 1.57 x 2.84 cm; 201.6 g
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