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Everything we know about Japanese knives, from first purchase to blacksmith sourcing. Guides, maker stories, sharpening tutorials, and more.
Japanese Knives: The Kiritsuke
The Kiritsuke is a traditional Japanese knife that dates back to before the Meiji era in Japan, or before 1868. Unlik...
How to choose the best bread knife
Most people put all of their attention towards chefs' knives in the kitchen, trying to find the perfect all-around bl...
Japanese Knives: The Bunka
The Bunka is an all-purpose Japanese chef’s knife that originated during the Meiji era in Japan. It’s often considere...
Is there a difference between Damascus steel and stainless steel?
When you’re looking for knives for your kitchen, the material of the blade is an important consideration. After all, ...
Guide to buying a chef’s knife
If you’re a budding home cook or you’re looking to start working as a chef, you’ll need a knife that’s fit for the ro...
What do people mean when they say high-performance kitchen knives?
When you start thinking about buying a knife, you might not know the difference between a standard knife and a high-p...
Japanese Knives: The Gyuto
The Gyuto is a Japanese knife that originated during the Meiji era in Japan between 1868 and 1912. Today, it’s a popu...
Forged vs Stamped - what is the difference?
So you’ve decided you need some new kitchen knives, but how do you know what to buy? With so many brands and designs ...
What is the Rockwell Hardness Scale and why does it matter?
The Rockwell Hardness Scale is used to measure how hard a knife is. It works by applying a diamond point to the steel...
The best knife for cutting vegetables
Veggies are an essential part of every diet, and an easy way to make sure you’re getting enough of them is to choose ...
The Best Way To Store Your Japanese Knives
Japanese knives are one of the most popular kinds of knives for home chefs. They're high-quality, and they have a rep...
Japanese Knives in Perth
Chefs Edge prides itself on being the only authentic artisan Japanese knife store in Perth. Unlike other Japanese kni...