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The Chef's Choice Model 15XV is the best knife sharpener I have used! It turned my 24 degree knives in to 15 degree razor sharp knives. ...We had been using a hand sharpener and this Electric sharpener made a huge difference. ...The Best knife sharpener...
Pros: sharpness, ease of use, effectiveness
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Portable sharpener that works!Thus...Every chef or cook who has a Japanese knife and Santoku knife, should have add this tool handheld knife sharpener. ...Know that the angles of the sharpener match the angle of the Miyabi knives. Other pull thru sharpeners...
Pros: ease of use, easy to use, convenient
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I love it. Perfect sharpener for my Japanese knife...Great sharpener...
Sharpened all my knives. They came out a lot better than those dry
sharpenersPros: easy to use, effectiveness, works great
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A sharp knife is a safe knife...When I dragged even the dullest of knives through the sharpener was able to remove ample amount of steel and hone the blade to result in a SHARP knife in no time at all. ...At home knife sharpening made easy...Overall,...
Pros: easy to use, effectiveness, compact design
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Great sharpener...Easy to change out the sharpeners. Most importantly, sharpened our old dull knives for easy cutting. ...Swilling V-Edge knife sharpener...I have two different sets of knives. Western edged and Japanese edged. I love that this is able...
Pros: easy to use, ease of use, effectiveness
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Zwilling 4-Stage Pull Through Knife sharpener...Did a great job sharpening my dull knives.
I normally dislike the sounds of knives being sharpened, but l was able tolerate the sound of thus sharpener....Excellent Sharpener...The 4-stage knife sharpener...Pros: easy to use, sharpens knives, ease of use
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Knife sharpener...Shen knife sharpener works well....This is a very hard steel, high quality rod suitable for use on any knife,, including hard steel Japanese knives. I believe the Rockwell Hardness rating of the rod is about 67, which is a match even...
Pros: keeps knives sharp, usefulness, easy to use
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Good knife sharpener...I bought this for my husband, and he tells me it is very good for sharpening knives....This is the best way to sharpen both European and Japanese knives. A honing steel will straighten the knife edge, but not remove material to...
Pros: ease of use, color, frequency of use
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Cangshan knife sharpener...Cangshan really works had some dull knives sharpen them and now they cut much better definitely recommend them if you want something that simple and easy to use...Fantastic sharpener...Tried it on some old dull knives. After...
Pros: ease of use, sharpens well, easy to use
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Great Knife Sharpener...This knife sharpener sharpens them well and I only pull it out a handful of times per year. ...Excellent knife sharpener...All my knives are staying sharp now that I have this sharpener.
Pros: easy to use, sharpens knives quickly, compact
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But, you will need to send them the knives and patiently wait for the return.
OR you can sharpen the beauties yourself. ...Kyocera knife sharpener...My new knife sharpener from Kyocera works great and has put a very sharp edge back on my two Kyocera knives...Pros: works great, nice product, sharpens knives effectively
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I've tried using my Diamond whet stone to sharpen my knives for years, but always ended up using those barely effective cheap things just to get my GOOD knives to cut! ...These worked quite well with my Shun knives.
Pros: fit, sets proper angle for sharpening, helpful
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The double sided stone is convenient and easy to use and once you get the hang of it its fun running your knives against it.
Pros: ease of use, convenience, fun
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(37)
Professional quality Japanese Slicing Knife...carves Roasts,Turkey & Ham so easily....Japanese knife perfection...The birchwood series have scalpel like sharpness that last longer than any knives I have owned. I absolutely love these knives and look...
Pros: sharpness, beautiful, blade
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Beautiful Knife...This is one of the more beautiful Japanese knives that I've seen. Comes out the box extremely sharp, slices effortlessly....Beautiful knife...It is beautiful and works well. I prefer Japanese knives because they are sharper.
Pros: sharpness, balance, beautiful
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Fantastic Knife, add to your collection...My next purchase will be a sharpener and probably some additional knives....Nice sharp and nice looking knife...This is my first Japanese knife have been using Wusthof knives before.
Pros: sharpness, beauty, balance
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Its a little bit thicker than the typical D shaped Japanese knife handle. The blade is long and thin, a little longer than the average slicing knife. ...A great slicing Japanese knife...This is a really great Japanese slicing knife. The Kaizen II has...
Pros: sharpness, balance, ease of use
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Unsurpassed Japanese precision craftsmanship and magnificence art come together to provide the ultimate paring knife. ...Japanese knives...a cooking teacher told me women should work with Japanese knives as they are lighter and work better with our builds...I...
Pros: sharpness, blade, handling
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I love my knives, and Japanese knives are the best. What a beautiful gift!...Great Japanese utility blade...The birchwood handle feels so nice in hand, and looks perfect with the blade. This knife is perfect for slicing fish, meat, fruit. Miyabi makes...
Pros: sharpness, balance, beauty
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Great Japanese prep knife...This is a really great Japanese Prep knife. The Kaizen II has a beautiful blade and the Micarta wood handle feels really smooth in hand, and has a nice roundedness to it. ...great prep knife...The knives are made in Seki,...
Pros: sharpness, design, handle
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(100)
It's one of the sharpest Japanese knives available. Great to use on vegetables and to cut through gristle....This is my first Japanese knife and absolutely won't be the last. The quality and look of this knife are superior to any of my other knives....
Pros: sharpness, beauty, balance
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Great Japanese steel knife! Gonna use it for my competition!...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...
Pros: sharpness, design, quality
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Double cut steel for honing both Western and Japanese knives. Optimal length for larger knife blades....One Fine Knife Sharpener...One of the best sharpeners I have owned. Although it is one inch too long to fit into my countertop angled Wusthof wooden...
Pros: effectiveness, comfortable handle, length
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A must for your Miyabi knives...Somewhat of a nightmare Japanese/ European knives and angles they use for honing sharpening. ...The Miyabi 10" Sharpening steel is a must if you want to keep your Japanese knives well maintained. The harder steel is perfect...
Pros: effectiveness, maintains sharpness, ease of use
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Japanese Knife Sharpeners
Japanese Knife Sharpeners
Japanese knife sharpeners are especially valuable as the seasons change, as the shift in humidity and temperature can impact the sharpness of your knives. With a Japanese knife sharpener at your disposal, you can effortlessly restore your blades to their optimal cutting edge, ensuring seamless meal preparation all year round. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast, a sashimi connoisseur, or simply appreciate the art of Japanese knife sharpening, investing in a quality Japanese knife sharpener is a decision that will enhance your kitchen experience. For a broader selection of knife sharpeners, including steel knife sharpeners, explore our collection at Steel Knife Sharpeners.
FAQ List
The frequency of sharpening your Japanese knives depends on how frequently you use them. As a general guideline, it is recommended to sharpen your knives every few months or when you notice a decrease in their cutting performance.
Yes, Japanese knife sharpeners are versatile and can be used to sharpen various types of knives, including Western-style knives. However, it is important to read the instructions provided with the sharpener to ensure proper use and compatibility.
While some Japanese knife sharpeners may require a bit of practice to master, there are options available that are designed with beginners in mind. Look for sharpeners with user-friendly features and detailed instructions to help you achieve optimal results.
Most Japanese knife sharpeners come with everything you need to get started. However, it is always a good idea to have a honing guide or angle guide to ensure consistent and precise sharpening angles. These accessories can help you achieve professional-level results.
Japanese knife sharpeners are primarily designed for sharpening straight-edged knives. For serrated knives, it is best to use a specialized serrated knife sharpener or seek professional sharpening services to maintain their unique cutting capabilities.
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"Know that the angles of the sharpener match the angle of the Miyabi knives. Other pull thru sharpeners on the market are set at various degrees of angle"
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"One of the best sharpeners I have owned. Although it is one inch too long to fit into my countertop angled Wusthof wooden knife holder---the sharpener sticks out the end and smacks into the stone countertop...not a huge deal, but one must be careful"
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"the sharpening stones and the material that the holder is made from could rate 5 stars, but the adjustable bolt/ wingnut hardware used is inadequate to hold the stones securely or to set or hold an adjustment when over a sink"
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"If you are looking for an entry level Japanese knife this is a good one to try. The Miyabi Koh, has a traditional Japanese looking handle that will actually fit comfortably in the right or left hand"
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"Best knife sharpener ever used it?s just as effective if not better than electric sharpeners and a lot quieter"