Japanese Kitchen Knives,
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Steel types, makers, retailers, and honest recommendations. Find the right knife without the guesswork.
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Makers
From Sakai to Seki. The blacksmiths and workshops behind the knives, and what makes each one different.
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Steel Guide
Aogami, Shirogami, VG10, SG2. What makes each steel different and which one fits how you cook.
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Shops that sell authentic Japanese knives, vetted by the community. Sorted by specialty, shipping, and reputation.
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Takamura
Takamura R2 Gyuto 210mm
SG2 / R2
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Gesshin
Gesshin Ginga White #2 Gyuto 210mm
Shirogami #2
King (Matsunaga)
King KDS 1000/6000 Combination Whetstone
Masakage
Masakage Koishi Gyuto 210mm
Aogami Super
Masakage
Masakage Yuki Gyuto 210mm
Shirogami #2
Yu Kurosaki
Yu Kurosaki Senko SG2 Gyuto 210mm
SG2 / R2