What's the Best All Round Japanese Chefs' Knife?
There is not a definitive answer to what the best all-round Japanese chef knife is, however, we’ve compiled a list of features that will help...
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Should You Buy a Santoku Knife Set or Single Knives?
As buying a suitable Japanese knife can sometimes be a challenging decision (it’s not quite as simple as buying an all-rounder Western chef’s knife) we’ve...
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The Correct Japanese Knife Sharpening Angle (Santoku Included)
The correct sharpening angle for a Japanese knife is about 15° per side, or 30° in total on a double-bevel blade. Here is the angle...
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What Is the Difference Between a Nakiri Knife and a Santoku Knife?
Japanese knives all have certain characteristics and designs that allow them to be well suited to very specific cutting purposes. This focus on specialization is...
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What Does Santoku Mean? Where Did the Name Come From?
The word Santoku has a very specific meaning that relates to its intended purpose as a Japanese chef's knife and in this article, we cover...
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Santoku Knife vs Vegetable Knife | Which Is Best?
As Japanese knives continue to grow in popularity in the Western world, the range of options and specialist knives can be confusing for those that...
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Which Is Best Santoku vs Nakiri? Let the Battle Commence!
As Japanese knife enthusiasts, we’ve compiled all the details regarding these two knives in a bid to finally decide which knife is best and put...
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Whetstone vs Honing Steel | Which Should You Use?
Whetstone vs honing steel: one sharpens, one realigns the edge. Here's which your Japanese knife needs, how to use each, and the UK tools to...
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Kiritsuke vs Chef Knife vs Santoku | Head-to-Head Results
Kiritsuke vs santoku vs chef knife: how the three compare on blade shape, control and best use — and which Japanese knife to buy. From...
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What Size Japanese Chef Knife Should You First Buy?
In this article, we will run through what you need to consider when getting your first Japanese chef knife and help you decide what knife...
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What Is a Santoku Knife Best Used for? (Uses and Food Types)
A Santoku knife, derived from the meaning “three virtues” or “three uses” is a multi-purpose knife that is best used for chopping, slicing, dicing, and...
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What Is Pakkawood? Why Japanese Knives Use It
Pakkawood is a wood-and-resin composite prized for durability and its resistance to heat and moisture — which is why it's such a common choice for...
