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High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knives - Shirogami vs Aogami

Looking into high carbon steel? Ever wonder what the difference was between Shirogami and Aogami (White steel and Blue steel)?  Learn all the idiosyncrasies here!

Stainless Steel Kitchen Knives vs High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knives

Both alloys shine with the pride of the artists, blacksmiths, and warriors who came before. Like those professions, each blade features a different set of strengths. Understanding the difference be...

Single Bevel Knives vs Double Bevel Knives

One of the largest differences between western style knives and traditional Japanese knives is the bevel.  While western style knives are sharpened at an angle on both sides creating a V, Japanese ...

The History of the Japanese Knife-Making Process

Any culinary journey worth its salt will inevitably lead you to Japanese knives. To help educate and make informed choices, let’s explore the history, design, process, and materials of Japanese kni...