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Learn everything about Japanese knives, steels, finishes, the blacksmiths and history and so much more in our blog.

Japanese knife handle types explained: wa vs yo and what to look for

Japanese knife handle types explained: wa vs yo and what to look for

Choosing the right Japanese knife handle matters more than you might think. Learn about wa and yo styles, materials and what suits your cooking.

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Teruyasu Fujiwara knives: a fourth-generation Tokyo blacksmith

Teruyasu Fujiwara knives: a fourth-generation Tokyo blacksmith

Discover Teruyasu Fujiwara knives: hand-forged in Tokyo by a fourth-generation blacksmith with over 150 years of family craft behind every blade.

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Carbon steel knives: why serious cooks choose reactive steel

Carbon steel knives: why serious cooks choose reactive steel

Discover why carbon steel knives sharpen keener and last longer than most alternatives. Explore handmade Japanese options at Cutting Edge Knives.

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Honesuki: the Japanese poultry knife worth knowing about

Honesuki: the Japanese poultry knife worth knowing about

Discover what a honesuki is, how it works, and why this traditional Japanese boning knife belongs in a serious cook's kitchen.

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Tojiro knives: Japanese craftsmanship since 1955

Tojiro knives: Japanese craftsmanship since 1955

Discover Tojiro knives at Cutting Edge Knives. Founded in 1955 in Niigata, Japan, Tojiro blends tradition with modern steel for exceptional kitchen performance.

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Konosuke knives: what makes them so highly regarded?

Konosuke knives: what makes them so highly regarded?

Discover why Konosuke knives are prized by serious cooks worldwide. Learn about their steels, ranges and why we stock them at Cutting Edge Knives.

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Kiridashi: the Japanese utility knife worth knowing about

Kiridashi: the Japanese utility knife worth knowing about

Discover the kiridashi, a traditional Japanese utility blade used for woodworking and crafts. Shop handmade Japanese knives at Cutting Edge Knives.

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Naoki Mazaki knives: hand-forged blades from Sanjo City

Naoki Mazaki knives: hand-forged blades from Sanjo City

Discover Naoki Mazaki knives at Cutting Edge Knives. Hand-forged in Sanjo City using traditional Japanese carbon steels, each blade is made entirely by one man.

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Ceramic honing rod: what it is and when to use one

Ceramic honing rod: what it is and when to use one

A ceramic honing rod keeps your Japanese knife edges sharp between sharpening sessions. Find out how to use one and which knives benefit most.

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