Discover the precision and artistry of Japanese chef knives, renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Elevate your culinary skills with these masterfully crafted blades, designed to effortlessly slice through ingredients with unparalleled sharpness and control. Each knife is a testament to centuries-old tradition combined with modern innovation, making them essential tools for any home cook or professional chef. Explore our curated collection of the best Japanese chef knives and experience the difference that superior craftsmanship can make in your kitchen.

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  • (13)

    Awesome knife...Best knives ever...Love this knife! Bought each of my adult children one too!

    quality, sharpness, high quality

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  • (38)

    Best Knife I have Owned...I have owned many knives and never realized what I was missing until I bought this knife. ...Beautiful, probably lighter than I typically like for a chefs knife but it slices well with little pressure.

    sharpness, quality, balance

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  • (190)

    I recently started working at a fine dining restaurant and constantly have to use a knife. This hibana 8in chefs knife is the perfect one for all my chef duties...Great knife. Great western-Japanese chef knife hybrid.

    sharpness, comfortable handle, versatility

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  • (183)

    Japanese durability and craftsmanship shine through with this Koh 6" chef knife. ...Amazing Knife, Amazing Deal...It's unusual to find a premium chef knife for under $100, but to find a Japanese chef knife at this price is incredible.

    sharpness, durable, comfortable handle

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  • (72)

    Great quality sharp knife...Love the quality of this knife. It fits week ergonomically for me. I have another Japanese chef’s knife which is a 9”, so I bought this to have a smaller implement for everyday prepping....Best knives ever!...Got this knife...

    sharpness, balance, durable

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  • (2)

    Works like a sharp knife should! ????...Beautiful, light, easy to handle, and the blade goes through vegetables like a sharp knives should. Even with tomatoes and bell peppers, there is little to no resistance, it just glides though.

    smooth cutting, good price, beautiful design

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  • (1)

    Great everyday knives...Fantastic set of knives; excellent balance and craftsmanships. I tend to like a slightly heavier knife and this set does the trick.

    balance, price, weight

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  • (2)

    Love the knife!...s been looking for an all-purpose chef?s knife and this is doing the job flawlessly so far.

    appearance, design, all-purpose use

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  • (13)

    Awesome knife!!...I love this knife! I was needing a new chef?s knife and doing some research on different knives. ...Very Very Sharp Chef Knife...Thank You Chef Tim

    sharpness, quality, durability

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  • (304)

    Great first Japanese chef knife...I was looking for a carbon steel Japanese chef knife and I went to the outlet and the sales rep was very helpful and she let me try every knife but this one stood out in price and quality I love the handling of this...

    sharpness, beautiful, quality

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  • (137)

    My husband was beyond thrilled to receive these beautiful knives. He is a amateur chef and thinks they are the best knives he’s ever used. ...Beutifully designed Japanese Miyabi Knife set. Razor Sharp and room to add additional knives to this block.......

    sharpness, beautiful design, craftsmanship

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  • (96)

    Fills a gap between an 8”chefs knife and a 5” inch knife. Good for chopping...Well made & uniquely designed Japanese Nakiri Knife...The size is perfect for chopping large amount of vegetables.

    sharpness, comfortable handle, versatility

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  • (85)

    Prep Chef Favorite...This baby chefs knife handles multiple jobs. Carbide steel core surrounded by almost 50 stabilizing wraps that create unique Damascus pattern. ...great prep knife...The knives are made in Seki, Japan the center for Japanese cutlery...

    sharpness, versatility, comfortable handle

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  • (79)

    Like all Miyabi knives, you will not be disappointed. This is an addition to my Miyabi Kaizen chef knife. ...Great Knife!...Highly recommended! Nice addition to my chef?s knife!

    sharpness, versatility, durable

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  • (70)

    It stands out among other brands in being the best of the best! Loving this knife more and more every time I use it....Japanese knives...a cooking teacher told me women should work with Japanese knives as they are lighter and work better with our builds...I...

    sharpness, sharp blade, comfortable handle

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  • (62)

    I bought this knife as a gift for my girlfriend who cooks a lot. ...Shun Japanese Knives

    sharpness, durability, balance

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  • (58)

    Great knife...I really like this knife. It is the first Japanese knife I have had and it cuts like a dream!...I have other knives in this line, the Evolution. The blade is super sharp as you would expect with a Japanese knife.

    sharpness, balance, comfortable handle

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  • (48)

    Amazing knife...This was my first Japanese knife and I?m in awe of how good it is. Would definitely purchase another Japanese knife. ...The shape is so unique. It combines the best of a traditional chefs knife and a santoku making it great for slicing,...

    sharpness, appearance, versatility

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  • (43)

    Japanese but less fragile than most....Nice and lightweight Japanese Santoku...If you’re looking for a traditional style Japanese knife, the Koh Santoku knife is for you.

    sharpness, lightweight, comfortable handle

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  • (42)

    Perfect for everything from slicing a tomato to cutting kitchen twine, this nimble prep knife packs incredible versatility into a small, easy-to-handle package.

    Miyabi’s latest collection offers the ideal blend of revolutionary technology with centuries...

    sharpness, precision, quality

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  • (40)

    The blade has a nice lighter weight to it, but is very sharp. This is a great knife collection if you want to go from Western style knives to Asian. ...Perfect For Every Chef!...
    ime-tested German engineering meets Japanese craftsmanship.

    sharpness, comfortable handle, durability

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  • (37)

    Best knife ever...I have pretty much all the high end knives, but this one is my go to knife. Especially for garlic, crush the clove and then drag the flat tip across and the clove andyou're done....Very sharp so thin, uniform slices are a breeze. My...

    sharpness, quality, efficiency

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  • (36)

    Best knife...Best knife that I have purchased. Nicely balanced, love the style beauty on the blade. ...Excellent knife...Great handling, good feel and amazingly well made knife. One of the best knives I've used.

    sharpness, beautiful, balance

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  • (31)

    Great Japanese crafted knives!...Absolutely wonderful knives. Would not recommend anything other than Japanese made quality. ...The set includes a paring, santoku,chef and bread knife. All very useful in any kitchen.

    sharpness, lightweight, quality

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