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Interview: Shosui Takeda Master Blacksmith and Owner of Takeda Knives
We had the honor of sitting down with Shosui Takeda, the owner of Takeda Knives. Takedas’ blue steel knives are highly regarded for their craftsmanship,...
Craftsmen Interview - Sakai Takayuki
Master Blacksmith Yoshio Yamashita and his apprentice, Ryosuke Shibata, craft our Sakai Takayuki Kasumi series. Learn more about their history and knife making process. Tell...
Which Steel is Best for Kitchen Knives?
What's the most recommended chef knife blade material? Learn more about the various steels used in Japanese kitchen knife making and which is right for...
Interview - Chef Christine Lau - Formerly of Kimika Restaurant
Find Christine on instagram @chefchristinelau. Photo: Evan Sung Tell us a bit about where you grew up and how you got interested in food. I...
How To Choose a Sharpening Stone
One indisputable fact about using a knife is that at some point, it will need to be sharpened. There are ways to prolong the life...
So You Want To Have Your Knife Engraved?
Having a knife engraved is a unique way to personalize a blade, either for yourself or as a gift. Here is what you need to...
How To Choose a Chef’s Knife
Choosing a chef's knife might seem overwhelming with all the options available, so we put together this handy guide to walk you through all the...
Whetstone Maintenance: How to Flatten a Sharpening Stone
In this video, we demonstrate how to flatten a sharpening stone using a stone fixer. View this process and learn a few new tips by watching the...
The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Kitchen Knives
Home and professional chefs everywhere prefer Japanese kitchen knives. Find out more about them in this ultimate guide to Japanese kitchen knives.