Tojiro

The complete guide to choosing kitchen knives — chef knives, paring, bread, santoku. German vs Japanese steel compared. Top brands (Wüsthof, Henckels, Shun, Miyabi, Mercer) and their best sets. Maintenance, sharpening, and the four knives every home cook actually needs.

• May 31, 2026

A gyuto is the Japanese version of a Western chef’s knife —…

• May 30, 2026

From budget-friendly to premium Damascus, see which Japanese knife sets earned top marks in our hands-on review.

• November 9, 2024

Choosing the best Japanese knife brands comes down to steel, heat treatment,…

• May 11, 2022

A Santoku knife is used for various tasks, such as slicing, dicing,…

• May 3, 2022