Japanese knives
Japanese Knives
Japanese knives have earned their international reputation honestly. They are sharper out of the box than almost any Western equivalent, they hold that edge longer due to the hardness of the steel used, and they are designed around specific cutting tasks in a way that makes a real difference to the experience of cooking. Once you have used a well-made Japanese knife regularly, going back to a softer, thicker blade feels like a significant step backwards.
The range here covers the main knife types you are likely to need. The gyuto is the Japanese equivalent of a chef's knife, versatile, precise and balanced for general prep work including vegetables, fish and meat. The santoku, which translates roughly as three virtues, is shorter and wider, excellent for slicing, dicing and mincing. The nakiri is a flat-bladed vegetable knife designed for push cuts, particularly useful for daikon, cabbage and other firm produce. The deba is a heavier single-bevel blade built for breaking down whole fish. The yanagiba is long and thin, designed specifically for slicing raw fish for sashimi and sushi.
Steel type matters significantly in this category. High-carbon steel knives take an extremely sharp edge and are preferred by professionals, but they require careful drying after use to prevent rust. Stainless steel knives are more forgiving and easier to maintain while still outperforming most non-Japanese alternatives. VG-10 and similar stainless alloys offer an excellent balance between sharpness and durability.
All of the knives in this collection are sourced directly from Japan, from established makers in Seki, Sakai, Tsubame-Sanjo and other blade-making regions with centuries of craft tradition behind them.
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The Tojiro Bread Knife, premium Japanese serrated knife with a razor-sharp blade that glides through crusty bread without crushing the soft interior. From the trusted Tojiro professional cutlery range. Blade 23.5cm (9.2"), total length 37.5cm, 300g Material Stainless steel blade...
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Eatco Butter Knife | Japanese Stainless Steel A well-balanced stainless steel butter knife from Eatoco (Yoshikawa), combining Japanese precision manufacturing with everyday functionality. Includes 1 butter knife Length & Weight 16 cm (6.3"), 40g Material Stainless steel Care Dishwasher safe....
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Higonokami Knife VG10 | Japanese Folding Blade A traditional Japanese folding knife (higonokami) with premium VG10 steel blade, a collector's piece and working tool with centuries of craft heritage behind it. Total length 17cm (6.6"), blade 7.5cm (2.9"), weight 45g...
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The Tojiro Knives Bag is a Japanese professional knife roll bag from the Tojiro brand - a protective canvas or leather roll for storing and transporting Japanese kitchen knives safely without damaging their edges. Product Type Professional Roll-Up Culinary Knife...
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A long single-bevel yanagiba, made for slicing sashimi and fish fillets in one continuous pulling stroke so the flesh is cut, never torn. Blade 23cm single-bevel molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, yanagiba profile, ground for right-handed use Handle Japanese magnolia (ho)...
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The Sekima Knife, Japanese kitchen knife from the Sekima range. Precision-ground Japanese steel in a classic form for versatile everyday cutting of meat, fish, and vegetables. Artisan Manufacturer KAI Group (Japan) Knife Typology Versatile Multi-Purpose Kitchen & Chef's Knife Package...
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A heavy single-bevel deba for breaking down whole fish, taking off heads and going through small bones without bruising the fillet. Blade 15cm single-bevel molybdenum vanadium stainless steel, deba profile, ground for right-handed use Handle Japanese magnolia (ho) wood with...
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The Genkichi Santoku Artisanal Kitchen Knife, hand-forged Japanese santoku knife crafted by a master bladesmith. Each knife is unique, with a distinctive natural wood handle and hand-ground blade. Knife Typology Santoku (三徳包丁: Multi-Purpose Japanese Kitchen Knife) Core Steel Metallurgy White...
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The Left-Handed Deba Knife, traditional Japanese single-bevel fish butchery knife ground specifically for left-handed users. Thick spine and asymmetric grind for unmatched control when breaking down whole fish. Includes 1 left-handed deba knife Blade 15 cm (5.9"), 171 g, molybdenum...
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A sleek Japanese stainless steel butter knife with a curved spreading blade and a comfortable grip. Designed for precise spreading on toast, crackers, and baguettes. Includes 1 butter knife Length & Weight 17 cm (6.6"), 40g Material Stainless steel Care...
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The Damascus Kitchen Knife, Japanese blade featuring a multi-layered Damascus steel pattern with a VG-10 core for exceptional sharpness. Each knife displays a unique flowing grain pattern. Blade Typology Multi-Functional Sushi, Sashimi, and Everyday Prep Knife Master Bladesmith KAI Corporation...
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The Sakai Takayuki Hammered Damascus Santoku, a 160 mm Japanese all-purpose knife with a sword-type (kengata) tip. Its VG10 steel core is inlaid in 33 layers of hammered Damascus for a keen, long-lasting edge and a striking blade. Brand Sakai...