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Damascus Steel vs Stainless Steel Chef’s Knives

Damascus Steel vs Stainless Steel Chef’s Knives

Considering a Japanese stainless steel or Damascus steel chef's knife, but not sure how to choose? In this article, we explore the differences between traditional Japanese carbon steel, stainless steel...

Damascus Steel vs Stainless Steel Chef’s Knives

Considering a Japanese stainless steel or Damascus steel chef's knife, but not sure how to choose? In this article, we explore the differences between traditional Japanese carbon steel, stainless steel...

Miniature Samurai Sword Letter Openers Are Here!

Miniature Samurai Sword Letter Openers Are Here!

Alongside our excellent Japanese knives, we also stock a few cutlery items that are not destined for the kitchen. Now, for the office-based aficionado of Japanese knife making traditions, we...

Miniature Samurai Sword Letter Openers Are Here!

Alongside our excellent Japanese knives, we also stock a few cutlery items that are not destined for the kitchen. Now, for the office-based aficionado of Japanese knife making traditions, we...

How to Use a Sharpening Stone

How to Use a Sharpening Stone

If you have invested in a good quality Japanese kitchen knife, the best way to maintain its sharp edge is to use a sharpening stone, also known as a whetstone....

How to Use a Sharpening Stone

If you have invested in a good quality Japanese kitchen knife, the best way to maintain its sharp edge is to use a sharpening stone, also known as a whetstone....

In Case You Missed: Seki City’s Katana Ice

In Case You Missed: Seki City’s Katana Ice

Dedicated cutlery fans may have heard about a new kind of ice cream which took Japan's knife-making capital by storm in 2017. The summer dessert has, in fact, already been...

In Case You Missed: Seki City’s Katana Ice

Dedicated cutlery fans may have heard about a new kind of ice cream which took Japan's knife-making capital by storm in 2017. The summer dessert has, in fact, already been...

Japanese Kitchen Knives: Getting a Handle on the Differences

Japanese Kitchen Knives: Getting a Handle on th...

You may have noticed some differences between Western and Japanese kitchen knives. Today, as Japanese knife makers feel the pressure to innovate, the line between the two traditions is sometimes...

Japanese Kitchen Knives: Getting a Handle on th...

You may have noticed some differences between Western and Japanese kitchen knives. Today, as Japanese knife makers feel the pressure to innovate, the line between the two traditions is sometimes...

A Guide to Japanese Knives by Type

A Guide to Japanese Knives by Type

Japanese kitchen knives come in a number of shapes and sizes. Some are specialists, while others are all-rounders. The following information will help you choose the best Japanese knife or...

A Guide to Japanese Knives by Type

Japanese kitchen knives come in a number of shapes and sizes. Some are specialists, while others are all-rounders. The following information will help you choose the best Japanese knife or...