Gyutos, as I mentioned, are Japanese-style chef’s knives. Like Western-style chef’s knives, they are versatile blades, usually between six and 12 inches long.

Ultra-sharp and precise, the best Japanese knives are known for their premium craftsmanship. Compared to their Western or German-style counterparts, Japanese blades are lighter, thinner and harder ...

Japanese knives are specialized cutlery known for their sharpness, precision, and craftsmanship. But how do you determine the best brand for your kitchen?

The Best German-Style Knife: Wusthof Classic, $170 The Best Budget German-Style Knife: Henckels Classic, $48 The Best Japanese-Style Chef's Knife: Akira-Saku Blue #2 Funayuki Gyutou, $145 ...

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Japanese knives have thinner edges and are lighter than Western-style versions, giving the cook a bit more control. But the weight of a Western knife (and the familiar handle shape) can be more ...

Length: 5.97'' Blade: 440C stainless steel, or the upgraded CPM-154 HRC: 55 to 66 Handle: G10, richlite, or carbon fiber Pros: Great for everything from slicing and carving to chopping and dicing ...

These specialty blades—cutlass-shaped mini machetes made for chopping grilled and smoked meats—aren’t a necessary addition to ...

It has two slots for each style of knife: coarse and fine at both 10 and 15 degrees. The 10-degree is for sharpening Western-style blades, while the 15-degree is for Japanese-style blades.