Traditional meat cleavers used in butchery are rare from Japanese knife makers. They do exist, but generally, the factors that make Japanese knives exceptional, such...

The Nakiri knife is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife, characterized by its straight blade edge and squared-off tip, ideal for chopping, slicing, and mincing vegetables....

Sharp knives are surely the most indispensable kitchen tool in a chef's arsenal. A good knife blade will make cooking and prep work easier and...

Knives are useful, beautiful tools that make great gifts. Almost everyone has a need for a high-quality knife for cooking and many people have accumulated...

The many different Japanese knife types are renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, precision and efficiency—making them indispensable tools for both professional chefs and home cooks. Many...

Cutting cooked meat might seem like a simple final step, but it has a surprisingly big impact on how your meal tastes and feels. The...

In this article we’ll talk about the honesuki, a Japanese boning knife, with a triangular blade and thick spine that is designed for butchering poultry....

An usuba is a single-edged vegetable knife essential to professional kitchens in Japan. Traditional Japanese cuisine featuring multi-course meals such as kaiseki and other high-end culinary...

There are a few options for safe storage of your kitchen knives. Learn about the best ways to store your kitchen knives online at Chubo Knives.