New Arrivals In Japanese Knives

If you asked: "Give me a stone that isn't too soft, isn't too hard, has great feedback, is splash and go, and has its own base but won't cost me an arm and a leg,", we're reaching for the Shapton Kuromaku every time. 

Somewhat reminiscent of the Chosera (albeit with a slightly thinner stone), the Kuromaku are a splash and go dream. Softer than the Glass HR, harder than Suehiro Cerax, they represent excellent value. 

Grit: #1000 (Use in the early stages of sharpening)

Weight: 668g

Dimensions: 210 x 70 x 15mm 

Accessories Information

The Knife Maintenance Bundle was designed to offer incredible value for money with a 1000/6000 grit whetstone with base, guide clip and nagura stone for achieving sharp edges on your knives, and a 10" black ceramic steel honing rod to maintain these edges between sharpening.

• Best paired with a lapping stone/plate for flatting between use
• Entry level stone
• Guide Clip Use - Consider applying masking tape to the knife to reduce potential risk of scratching.

The high-grit ceramic honing rod is an essential tool for maintaining the sharpness of your Japanese knives. 

With correct use, it can double your period between sharpening, allowing for easy maintenance of your sharp whetstone edges.   

A high grade ceramic is wrapped around a rubber shock resistant core, protecting the ceramic from breaking if dropped.  

Don't scrape your knife along the board to scoop ingredients into your hand, just use the scoop! Once you use the food scoop, you'll wonder how you ever got by without one. We use ours every single meal we cook. Keeps your fingers safe and your knife edges sharp.

Accessories Information

Accessories Information

Embark on your culinary journey with the advanced protection of our unique knife roll. Created for both master chefs and aspiring cooks, this roll is distinguished by its practical roll-up design accompanied by nine specialized compartments for knives and tools.

Distinctive and Functional Features:

• Efficient Roll-Up Design: Elevate portability and quick access.
• Ultra-Durable Waterproof PVC: Ensure lasting protection and resilience.
• Nine Dedicated Pockets: Organized and secure storage for your knives and tools.
• Additional Zippered Utility Pocket: Extra space for essential accessories.
• Enhanced Security and Comfort: Adjustable leather shoulder strap with robust black buckles and snaps.
• Stylish Black Leather Outer Trim: Add a touch of elegance to practical design.
• Protective Waterproof PVC Interior Flap: Further safeguard your culinary tools.
• Internal Dimensions: Individual Pocket Width ~ 44mm. Accommodates knives up to 390mm in length (including Handle).

Accessories Information

Includes Large & Small Quenelle Spoons, Plating Spatula, Plating Tweezer Bundle, Plating Spoon, Saucing Spoon, Fishbone Tweezers and Canvas Tool Pouch

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Accessories Information

Embark on your culinary journey with the advanced protection of our unique knife roll. Created for both master chefs and aspiring cooks, this roll is distinguished by its practical roll-up design made from supple leather and microfiber and featuring five dedicated knife pockets and 5 additional utility pockets. 

Distinctive and Functional Features:

• Efficient Roll-Up Design: Effective portability and quick access.
  
• Ultra-Durable, Genuine Leather: Ensure lasting protection and resilience.
• Seven Dedicated Knife Pockets: Organised and secure storage for your knives and tools.
• Seven Utility Pockets: Extra space for essential accessories.
• Additional Zippered Pocket: Even more space for larger essential accessories.
• Enhanced Security and Comfort: Adjustable leather shoulder strap with robust black buckles and snaps.
• Stylish Black Leather Outer Trim: Add a touch of elegance to practical design.
• Protective Interior Flap: Further safeguard your culinary tools.
• Internal Dimensions: Individual Pocket Width ~ 44mm. Accommodates knives up to 390mm in length (including Handle).

Accessories Information

Embark on your culinary journey with the advanced protection of our unique knife roll. Created for both master chefs and aspiring cooks, this roll is distinguished by its practical roll-up design made from supple leather and microfiber and featuring seven dedicated knife pockets and seven additional utility pockets. 

Distinctive and Functional Features:

• Efficient Roll-Up Design: Effective portability and quick access.
  
• Ultra-Durable, Genuine Leather: Ensure lasting protection and resilience.
• Five Dedicated Knife Pockets: Organised and secure storage for your knives and tools.
• Five Utility Pockets: Extra space for essential accessories.
• Additional Zippered Pocket: Even more space for larger essential accessories.
• Enhanced Security and Comfort: Adjustable leather shoulder strap with robust black buckles and snaps.
• Stylish Black Leather Outer Trim: Add a touch of elegance to practical design.
• Protective Interior Flap: Further safeguard your culinary tools.
• Internal Dimensions: Individual Pocket Width ~ 44mm. Accommodates knives up to 390mm in length (including Handle).

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Double thickness, heavy-duty canvas knife roll. 

- Elastic loops

- 6 slots for knives/tools

- Steel rings

- Fits knives with an overall length of 430mm

- Pocket width 65mm

- Leather-lined pocket ends for extra durability

- Unfolded measurements: 650mm tall x 590mm wide

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Ceramics Information

9 x 8cm

Capacity: 280cc

Made in Japan

Ceramics Information

7.7 x 9.5cm, capacity: 280cc

Handcrafted in Japan. 

Ceramics Information

7.7 x 9.5cm, capacity: 280cc

Handcrafted in Japan. 

Knife Information

1894- Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.

He named it “Higonokami Knife” because many of his customers were in Kumamoto area (formally Higo country), which turned out to dramatically increase his sales. The blades have gradually changed their shapes. Unlike single-edged knives, the double-edged blades (V-shaped cross section) were in those days considered common. The earlier blades had a sharper tip (shape of a bamboo leaf), but now they have square shapes. The sheaths had a vertically folding style and a cross folding style, now the vertical one has to be custom made.

In 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.

The Higonikami is a fantastic traditional utility knife at a low cost. 

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*Bundle also includes Edge Guards & 1000/3000 Grit Stone, Base, Nagura, and Guide Clip

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