Sharpening & Care

Japanese Knives

Best Cutting Board for Japanese Knives: Hinoki, Soft Synthetic Boards, and What to Avoid

Cutting boards that suit Japanese knives: Shun’s hinoki boards, made in Japan, and Hasegawa’s soft-surfaced wood-core board, with what the knife maker says about hard surfaces.
2026.10.07
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Japanese Knives

Best Japanese Knife Roll and Storage Case 2026: Top Picks for Every Budget

Protect your Japanese knives with the right roll or case. Compare three options at different prices and find the best fit for your kitchen or travel needs.
2026.09.03
Japanese Knives
Japanese Knives

Inside SharpEdge: A Complete Guide to This Japanese Knife Retailer

SharpEdge stocks over 1,400 Japanese knives and accessories from top makers. A close look at its range, pricing, and shipping, based on the shop’s published information.
2026.08.22
Japanese Knives
Japanese Knives

How to Store and Maintain a Japanese Knife: Preventing Rust and Chips

Japanese knives need more care than Western knives due to reactive carbon steel and thin, acute edges. Learn daily cleaning, storage options, chip prevention, and rust removal.
2026.08.17
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Japanese Knives

How to Sharpen a Japanese Knife with a Whetstone: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to sharpen a Japanese knife on a whetstone with the correct angle, stroke technique, and grit progression. A practical step-by-step guide for double bevel knives.
2026.08.15
Japanese Knives
Japanese Knives

Best Japanese Sharpening Stones 2026: A Beginner’s First Whetstone and Beyond

Japanese whetstones from King, Naniwa, Shapton and Suehiro compared by grit and price, with the grit classes the makers publish and which stone to start with.
2026.08.04
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