We tested a range of Western and Japanese-style kitchen knives in the £30-£300 range ... with a lot of talk about Samurai sword-making tradition that isn’t entirely called for (the factory ...

Japanese samurai armor is a crucial element of Japan’s rich warrior history, symbolizing the discipline, skill, and honor of the Samurai class. Unlike armor in many other cultures, Samurai armor ...

Shun Classic Kiritsuke Shun Classic Blonde 8" Kiritsuke Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife, VG-MAX Core with Damascus Stainless Steel Cladding, Pakkawood Handle, Master Chef’s Knife for ...

Here's how to keep your best knives safe from dings and dulling. David Watsky Senior Editor / Home and Kitchen David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things ...

TL;DR: Upgrade your knives to this Seido™ set, which comes with eight knives handmade in Japan for $129.97 (reg. $429) for two more days. Not to scare you or anything, but do you realize that ...

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There are a all kinds of tools and equipment you need in a kitchen if you're fond of cooking, but most chefs will tell you that a good chef's knife is the most important. However, finding a good ...

I’ll admit it—I used to think any old knife would do. But that all changed when I got my hands on the Seido Japanese Master Chef's 8-Piece Knife Set. These aren’t just your ordinary knives.

Quality kitchen knives can last a lifetime if used and maintained properly. So, don't be surprised if a good knife comes with ...