The fascinating world of honyaki knives for chefs: their features and how to choose them

It has a sharp edge and a beautiful blade pattern reminiscent of a Japanese sword.
A "honyaki knife" is truly a tool that supports the chef's skills.
This time, we will carefully explain its appeal and how to choose it.

What is a Honyaki knife?

Honyaki knives are forged from a single piece of high-quality solid steel and then hardened and tempered.
Because only pure steel is used as raw material, manufacturing is particularly difficult.

For more information about the steel material "VG-10", click here

This manufacturing process ensures sharp cutting ability and excellent durability .

The appeal of Honyaki knives

Long-lasting sharpness: Made from high-hardness steel, the blade is less likely to warp and maintains its sharpness for a long time.

Beautiful appearance: The unique ripples (hamon) created by the hardening process have a beauty reminiscent of a Japanese sword.

Durability: With proper and professional care, it will perform well for a long time. 

How to choose a honyaki knife

Type of steel: Even for the same honyaki knife, the sharpness and durability will differ depending on the steel used, such as white paper or blue paper. It is best to choose according to your purpose and preference.

Size and shape: Choose the blade length and shape based on the purpose of use. For example, a yanagiba knife is suitable for cutting sashimi.

Reliable manufacturer: By purchasing from manufacturers and craftsmen with traditional skills, you can be sure of getting a high-quality honyaki knife.

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 Honyaki knives are masterpieces that combine the skills of skilled artisans with high-quality steel.
As a result, the most expensive ones can cost hundreds of thousands of yen , which is three to five times the price of a Kasumi knife .

Tashinam's Kanpekimiku knives are manufactured using a single steel material, VG-10, and are subjected to a honyaki process , which allows us to offer them at a relatively affordable price while maintaining high quality.

By eliminating all waste in the manufacturing and sales processes and taking the time to carefully perform processes that must be done by hand, we are able to maximize quality while maintaining a lower price than other honyaki knives.

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Features of the Perfect Knife

• All blades are made using V Gold No. 10.

• Superb sharpness recognized by professionals

• Each knife is carefully hand-finished by a craftsman

We also offer a 7-day trial period after delivery, so if you're not satisfied after using it, you can return it.

The finely sharpened blade cuts through meat, fish, and vegetables without crushing the fibers, bringing out the maximum flavor in your food.

If you are looking for the best knife, please try the Perfect Knife.