Japanese Kitchen Knife Set

A set of five unique Japanese kitchen knives, each with a special purpose. The knives are made in Seki, Japan and feature stainless steel blades and magnolia wood handles.

This set is an ideal entry-level kitchen knife set for anyone who wants to start a Japanese knife collection. It includes:

• Santoku: A versatile Japanese knife ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, meat, and fish with ease.
• Nakiri: A rectangular-bladed knife perfect for precise vegetable cutting, offering clean and even slices.
• Gyuto: A Japanese chef’s knife designed for a wide range of tasks, including slicing, chopping, and cutting meats, vegetables, and fish.
• Petty: A small, multi-purpose knife excellent for precise tasks like peeling, trimming, and detailed slicing of smaller ingredients.
• Small Deba / Ajikiri: A compact knife specialized for preparing small fish, including scaling, gutting, and filleting with control and accuracy.

By buying the knives as a set, you save 20% on the regular price per knife.

420J2 stainless steel is very rust resistant and durable and sharpens easily. While it is stainless, we recommend that cooking knives are washed and dried by hand.

• Blade steel: 420J2 stainless steel (HRC 55-56)
• Handle: Magnolia wood with ABS resin ferrule
• Packaging: Individual packaging in cardboard & clear plastic boxes

Please note: The set is fixed and cannot be changed.

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Seki, located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, has a rich history as a knife-making city that dates back over 700 years. The craft began during the Kamakura period when swordsmiths were drawn to the area for its high-quality water, charcoal, and iron sand—key resources for forging. Seki quickly became renowned for producing samurai swords, prized for their exceptional sharpness and durability. Following the decline of samurai culture in the late 19th century, Seki's artisans adapted their skills to crafting knives, scissors, and other cutlery. Today, Seki is celebrated as a global hub for high-quality blades, blending traditional techniques with modern innovation. Seki Tsubazo is a knife maker based in Seki which specialises in making practical kitchen knives for home cooks and aspirant chefs.