Best Japanese Chef Knife of 2022: Reviews, Rated and Buying Guides

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Yoshihiro Mirror Polished High Performance SLD Damascus Steel Kiritsuke Multipurpose Knife (8.25'' (210mm), Ebony Handle & Ironwood Bolster)

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9.2
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Yoshihiro

Proudly made in Japan and not mass produced.This knife is complimented with a traditional Japanese Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.A protective wooden sheath called a Saya is included, which protects the knife and adds to its appearance when not in use. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
The Kiritsuke is one of the most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have. The blade of the Kiritsuke is wider and straighter than a standard chef knife while having a curved tip. The wideness of the knife with its straight end makes it suited for chopping vegetables while the long curved tip makes it suitable for cutting thin slices in meat or fish.more

Yoshihiro 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Gyuto Chef Knife and Petty Utility Knife SET (Gyuto 8.25'' (210mm) & Petty 6'' (150mm), Ambrosia Handle)

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SCORE
9.6
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Yoshihiro

Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.
Forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.more

YOSHIHIRO- Hammered Damascus Chef Knife 6PC SET - MADE IN JAPAN

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9.6
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Yoshihiro

Proudly made in Japan. These knives are complimented with a premium Western Style Handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.more

Shun Classic 8-Piece Student Set; Perfect Knife Set for the Aspiring Chef: Paring, Utility, Chef’s, Boning/Fillet, Hollow-Ground Slicing and Bread Knives; Honing Steel and Portable Knife Roll Included

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9.4
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Shun

Handcrafted in Japan, these knives feature premium VG-MAX blade steel with 68 micro-layers of Damascus cladding; blades are sharper, lighter and thinner, for maximum control and precision
Master skills like boning, filleting, dicing, slicing, chopping, paring and peeling with superior cutlery; high performance steel blades and PakkaWood handles yield delicious culinary resultsmore

Yoshihiro Nashiji High Carbon White Steel #2 Gyuto Japanese Chefs Knife Magnolia Handle (8.25"(210mm) & No Saya)

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9.4
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Yoshihiro

The most versatile and essential of all knives a cook can have is a Japanese chefs knife known as a Gyuto knife. The Gyuto is a Japanese chefs knife with a curved blade that smoothly rocks back and forth and has an extended tip for quick chopping that can be used to cut meat, fish, and vegetables.
Our Yoshihiro Mazaki series are crafted by our master artisans with the utmost care to create high quality knives that offer exceptional performance with exceptional value. White Steel #2 with a hardness on the Rockwell scale of 63 to 64, is intricately forged with iron to create a Black-Forged Kurouchi finish on the blade and consists of the carbonized coating created during heat treating and provides for a characteristic look and a rustic aesthetic to the blade.more

Shun Cutlery Premier 10” Chef’s Knife; Light and Agile Blade, Handles with Ease, Longer Cutting Edge, Use with Wide Range of Foods from Small to Large, Beautifully Designed, Handcrafted in Japan

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SCORE
9.4
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Shun
Prime

Quality kitchen knife for use at any occasion: holiday, family dinner, vacation, restaurant, house party, wedding, neighborhood party, birthday party, supper club, Thanksgiving and more
Premier’s light, agile blade ensures even this larger Chef’s Knife handles with ease; perfect for the cooks who prefer a larger chef’s knife that still maneuvers easilymore

Shun Premier Kiritsuke Kitchen Knife, 8 Inch, Handcrafted in Japan, TDM0771, Silver

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9.4
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Shun

Walnut Pakkawood handle to fit both right and left hand for a comfortable, secure grip
Kiritsuke is the only multipurpose traditional Japanese knife, (in Japan only the executive chef in the kitchen is allowed to use one)more

Shun TDMS0200 Premier 2-Piece Carving Knife Boxed Set, Silver

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9.0
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Shun
Prime

Hand-hammered finish reduces drag when cutting, keeping foods from sticking to the knife blade
Features layered damascus steel with a striking, hand-hammered finish (known as 'tsuchime' in japanese)more

Sakai Takayuki/VG-10 33 Layers Hammered Damascus Chef's Knife/Gyuto,with Wooden Saya Cover & Ebony Saya Pin (240mm/9.4")

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SCORE
9.2
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Sakai Takayuki

Comes with Wooden Saya Cover & Ebony Saya Pin
Sakai Takayuki's Best Selling VG-10 33 Layers Hammered Damascus Seriesmore

Hattori Japanese Chef’s Knife, FH-8L Professional Gyuto Knife, VG-10 Cobalt Steel Pro Kitchen Knife with Ergonomic Black Linen Micarta Handle, 10.6 inch

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SCORE
8.9
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JCK ORIGINAL
Prime

Handcrafted to Perfection - Hattori FH Series Knives are produced in very small batches to ensure a high level of quality and performance; Every detail in design and manufacture has been perfected; This ultra sharp, professional quality chef’s knife offers a superior culinary experience
The Ultimate Chef’s Knife - No kitchen is complete without the proper tools, and the Gyuto is an indispensable piece of cutlery; Treat yourself or someone you love to one of the very best cooking knives available, and experience a true masterpiece of craftsmanshipmore

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