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Chef Knives Gift Guide: Delight Your Favorite Culinary Enthusiast with These Kitchen Treasures

Look for a unique gift for the chef in your life? We have gifts for all levels, from small kitchen accessories that you won't find at the local mall, to high quality sushi knives.  We list out some...

What are Yanagiba Knives Used for? [Updated 4/26/2022]

The Yanagiba, is a single bevel traditional Japanese slicer, also known as the Shobu in Osaka and Kyoto. This sushi knife is perfect for creating pristine cuts, pleasing to the eyes as well as the ...

What is a Deba Knife Used For?

If you've been exploring Japanese knives, you might have come across the term "Deba." This traditional knife is widely used in Japan, particularly due to the country's rich seafood cuisine. The nam...

High Carbon Steel Knives - Shirogami & Aogami 1 vs 2

Wondering what the differences are between a Japanese kitchen knife made out of Shirogami or Aogami 1 vs 2? We delve into the details to help you make the best decision possible. When looking at tr...

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...