A bit of a knife history… The city of Sakai is situated by the Osaka bay at the Japanese main island. It is said that…
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Whetstone Buying Guide – How To Choose The Right Sharpening Stone in 2019?
What is a “whetstone” and how to use it? Did you know?Though it is sometimes mistaken as a reference to the water often used to…
Which Whetstone Grit Should You Choose?
Japanese whetstones (also called water stones) – both natural and synthetic – are known for their quick-working qualities, not only for Japanese blades, but also for…
Santoku Vs. Gyuto – What’s The Difference?
If you don’t own yet any Japanese kitchen knife, the exotic sounding names – gyuto, santoku, nakiri, sujihiki, deba etc. probably don’t ring any bell.…
How To Use Chopsticks Like A Pro
Learning to eat with chopsticks is inevitable if you’re planning to travel to Japan, North, or Southeast Asia. You don’t even need to look that…
How to use magnetic knife racks?
Although the way to store knives on magnetic rack should seem like a no-brainer, it may actually create a lot of confusion to many people.…
Differences Between End Grain Vs. Edge Grain x Cutting Board
We’ve covered essentials on cutting boards in our last article, but as with everything in life, you can always keep digging and learning more and…
How To Choose The Best Cutting Board?
If you are investing in the kitchen equipment – such as finer knives, then it’s wise to be looking after them by investing in a…
Is it bad luck to give knife as a gift?
Often it’s difficult to find the perfect gift for a friend or a family member, especially when they have all they need. You’re puzzled, trying…
Why Minimalistic Interiors Are Good For Your Wellbeing
It’s a messy world and we all get the urge to try and organise what’s around us. But how many of us are going about…