Japanese Knives

Santoku, gyuto, nakiri, petty knives, whetstones, cutting boards, and everyday Japanese knife care.

Japanese kitchen knife arranged with whetstones for sharpening and maintenance.
How-To Japanese Knives

How to Care for a Japanese Knife: Whetstone, Cutting Board, and Storage

A practical guide to keeping Japanese kitchen knives sharp and safe with a whetstone, edge-friendly cutting board, hand washing, and proper storage.
Japanese kitchen knives in several blade shapes arranged on a wooden cutting board.
How-To Japanese Knives

Japanese Kitchen Knives Explained: Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, and Petty

A practical guide to Japanese kitchen knife shapes: santoku, gyuto, nakiri, and petty knives, plus storage, cutting boards, and basic care.