5 Best Japanese Paring Knives in 2026
Read this well-researched article if you don’t want to buy fake Japanese paring knives that are made from cheap, low-quality steel or Chinese steel. All the knives I have selected …
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Different Types of Kitchen Knives and Their Uses
Looking for the right tools to become a master chef? Then look no further! With these 15 must-have knives, anyone could go from a cooking newbie to a master at …
5 Best Japanese Steak Knives in 2026
Despite being a kitchen knife expert, finding a set of knives crafted from original Japanese steel was not easy for me. The reality is that a staggering 70-80% of Japanese …
5 Best Japanese Nakiri Knives in 2026
The market is flooded with knockoffs and low-quality Nakiri knives made from cheap or Chinese steel. Even as a seasoned knife enthusiast, finding truly authentic Japanese steel was a challenge. …
5 Best Damascus Nakiri Knives in 2026
The market is overflowing with knockoff Damascus Nakiri knives that feature laser-etched patterns and are made from cheap, low-grade Chinese steel. These budget options may look appealing but don’t deliver …
5 Best Sushi Knives Under $100 – Top List in 2026
To compile this list, I first analyzed over 30 sushi knives under $100, personally testing 14 for weeks or months. All reviews come from my own real-world testing. Only top …
8 Best Kiritsuke Knives in 2026 – Tested & Reviewed
The Kiritsuke chef knife market is unfortunately saturated with Chinese-made and imitation Japanese steel. Even for me, as an experienced knife enthusiast, identifying an authentic Japanese steel Kiritsuke was a …
6 Best Japanese Cleaver Knives in 2026
There are many fake and cheap Japanese Cleaver Knives in the market. Even for a pro chef, finding a genuine product can be difficult. I have made this list after …
5 Best Japanese Chef Knives Under $200 – Top List in 2026
After analyzing over 36 Japanese chefs’ knives and personally testing 14, I filtered out the cheap imitations to find genuine Japanese steel. I’ve personally hand-tested and reviewed every top-rated Japanese …
6 Best Budget Nakiri Knives in 2026
I tested over 14 budget Nakiri knives after researching more than 35 options. Each recommended knife was personally tested for weeks or months, and only those consistently delivering reliable performance …