{"title":"My first Japanese knife...","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gyuto-knife-sg2-powder-steel-damascus-finish-ryuhyo-range-hatsukokoro","title":"Gyuto knife, SG2 powder steel, Damascus finish, Ryuhyo range - Hatsukokoro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSHAPE: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/gyuto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. Gyuto translates to cow sword.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/sg2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSG2\u003c\/a\u003e or R2. These are modern powder steels and as the name suggested are formed from mixture of powdered elements heated and pressed together. This allows for very precise recipes to be followed. The steels themselves have the ability to be hardened to above 65 on the Rockwell scale giving them excellent edge retention. This does come at a slight cost in that they can be slightly difficult to sharpen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/damascus\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus\u003c\/a\u003e or suminagashi. This type of finish is made by creating a Kitaeji, which is produced by repeatedly folding\/stacking then compressing two different steels until they create a laminated pattern. This can then be manipulated in various ways to produce the maker’s desired pattern effect. This material is then clad around the core metal of the blade as an elaborate protective layer for the core steel - thus giving the knife a beautiful and striking appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Octagonal Olive mono wood handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 210mm and 240mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/hatsukokoro\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHatsukokoro\u003c\/a\u003e - Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRANGE: Ryuhyo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"240mm","offer_id":57593047908683,"sku":"RYH-SG-G240 \/ D5","price":215.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/IMG_3927_76cc8b54-5f23-4aef-87cd-f241ab407856.jpg?v=1783599429"},{"product_id":"santoku-knife-silver-fox-100-steel-polished-finish-kitchen-provisions","title":"Santoku knife, Silver Fox 100 steel, Polished finish - Kitchen Provisions","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe just couldn't resist making our own knife. Having seen and handled and sharpened and repaired many many many knives, we knew exactly what we wanted and are thrilled to put it into practice. We've gone for a practical choice of Silver Fox 100 steel and created a slick but incredibly useable knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/santoku\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSantoku\u003c\/a\u003e. This is the classic all rounder and we have specified it to be the exact dimensions we want. This means we've gone for a tall one with plenty of board clearance, a generous curve to the tip, and an angled k-tip for precision. We've combined lots of influence from the Japanese santoku and bunka shapes to create a knife that suits all cutting styles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: Silver Fox 100. One of Sheffield's finest stainless steel, similar in composition to AEBL. It achieves suitable hardness and edge performance, with a grind that tapers to create a cutting edge that is sharpenable without being overly delicate. We wanted a knife that was easy to sharpen, wouldn't rust and which wouldn't be too delicate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: Polished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Octagonal mono ebony handle. Chosen for its slick simplicity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 170mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: Kitchen Provisions, Sheffield. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: A cracking all rounder taking the best influences from Japanese and Sheffield craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso take a look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/products\/petty-knife-silver-fox-100-steel-polished-finish-kitchen-provisions\" style=\"color: black;\"\u003epetty\u003c\/a\u003e knife. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen Provisions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57593059705163,"sku":"FOX-SA170","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/64B051D3-8FA9-4E75-8419-D5D6089BF20C.jpg?v=1783599683"},{"product_id":"komagire-gyuto-knife-sk-carbon-mono-steel-polished-finish-sakai-takayuki","title":"Komagire Gyuto knife, SK carbon mono steel, polished finish - Sakai Takayuki","description":"\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: Komagire \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/gyuto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. Gyuto translates to cow sword. This version of gyuto is heavier and taller, double bevelled, but ground for right handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/sk5\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSK5\u003c\/a\u003e, mid range carbon steel. It is a tough steel that can be hardened to 62 - 63 HRC, with a great impact resistance. With high carbon levels in the mix (0.90%) it offers great edge retention and sharpness. This steel is a great choice for hunting knives, and will take on tough jobs in the kitchen with ease. Although added Chromium (0.30%) enhances wear and corrosion resistance, it is worth noting that this is not a stainless steel, and care must be taken to avoid rust and corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: Polished, or \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/migaki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMigaki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Western pakkawood handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLENGTH: 240mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/sakai-takayuki\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSakai Takayuki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen Provisions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57593125241163,"sku":"15073 \/ D5","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/IMG_7578_410958af-6883-4b49-86be-03cbb9d63821.jpg?v=1783600795"},{"product_id":"santoku-knife-vg10-damascus-and-tsuchime-finish-ohishi","title":"Santoku knife, VG10, damascus and tsuchime finish - Ohishi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis range of knives add to the already impressive offering from Ohishi. Once again great for professionals who love the western handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e SHAPE: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/santoku\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSantoku\u003c\/a\u003e. Named after the three best things to do with this knife - slicing, dicing and mincing. It is the classic veg prep knife with both good breadth and width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/vg10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVG10\u003c\/a\u003e. A premium high carbon Japanese Stainless steel capable of impressive hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/damascus\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus\u003c\/a\u003e or Suminigashi and \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/tsuchime\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/a\u003e. This type of finish is made by repeatedly folding two different steels until they create the twisted and folded pattern. Generally speaking this is then used as a cladding so doesn’t affect the knife physically except for the looks. The \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/tsuchime\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/a\u003e Finish is a hammered pattern which helps with food release and looks really cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Western Pakkawood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 180mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/ohishi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOhishi\u003c\/a\u003e - Niigata, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: Those wanting an easy to look after knife in a very pretty package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSAUNDERS SAYS: \u003cem\u003e\"The fit and finish on these knives is excellent for the price and the steel is hardened up to HRC61-62 meaning they have great edge holding abilities. \"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57593387680075,"sku":"OHSA180STW \/ D6","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/IMG_5918_8aababe4-230a-4955-87ad-e2035f872138.jpg?v=1783601099"},{"product_id":"gyuto-knife-vg10-damascus-and-tsuchime-finish-ohishi","title":"Gyuto knife, VG10, damascus and tsuchime finish - Ohishi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis range of knives add to the already impressive offering from Ohishi. Once again great for professionals who love the western handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/gyuto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/vg10\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVG10\u003c\/a\u003e. A premium high carbon Japanese Stainless steel capable of impressive hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/damascus\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDamascus\u003c\/a\u003e or Suminigashi and \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/tsuchime\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/a\u003e. This type of finish is made by repeatedly folding two different steels until they create the twisted and folded pattern. Generally speaking this is then used as a cladding so doesn’t affect the knife physically except for the looks. The \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/tsuchime\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTsuchime\u003c\/a\u003e Finish is a hammered pattern which helps with food release and looks really cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Western style mahogany handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 180mm, 210mm, 240mm or 270mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/ohishi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOhishi\u003c\/a\u003e - Niigata, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: Those wanting an easy to look after knife in a very pretty package. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSAUNDERS SAYS: \u003cem\u003e\"The fit and finish on these knives is excellent for the price and the steel is hardened up to HRC 61-62 meaning they have great edge holding abilities. \"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen Provisions","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":57593387778379,"sku":"OHGY180ST \/ D2","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm","offer_id":57593387811147,"sku":"OHGY210ST \/ D2","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":57593387843915,"sku":"OHGY240STW","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"270mm","offer_id":57593387876683,"sku":"OH-GY-270-ST \/ D2","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/IMG_4148_4981511b-5c42-42c2-89d2-1874fd8fec32.jpg?v=1783601367"},{"product_id":"gyuto-knife-aogami-super-core-with-stainless-steel-cladding-akifusa","title":"Gyuto knife, Aogami Super with stainless steel cladding, migaki finish - Akifusa","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Akifusa range of knives represent exceptional value with top notch fit and finish usually found on much more expensive knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/gyuto\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/aogami-super\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAogami (blue paper) super\u003c\/a\u003e steel. This is very similar to white paper steel but with tungsten and chromium added to it which helps with edge retention and slows down rusting. The super part indicates the highest amount of carbon steel at up to 1.5% out of the blue series steels. This has then been hardened to 63-64 rockwell making it very hard and capable of retaining an edge for a very long time. The blue steel core has then been wrapped in stainless steel making maintenance easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: Polished or migaki  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: D shaped rosewood handle with a pakkawood ferrule. Theoretically this is a right handers handle but I know loads of people who happily use them left handed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 180mm, 210mm or 240mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003ca style=\"color: black;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/akifusa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAkifusa - Sanjo, Japan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: Those wanting one of the best cutting steels on the planet at an acceptable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSAUNDERS SAYS: \u003cem\u003e\"The fit and finish on these knives is phenomenal and they are fun to sharpen if you find sharpening fun.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese knives are hand-forged so there may be slight variations in measurements and finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"180mm","offer_id":57593395642699,"sku":"AFGY180TA \/ E6","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"210mm","offer_id":57593395675467,"sku":"AFGY210TA \/ D5","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"240mm","offer_id":57593395708235,"sku":"AFGY240TA \/ F3","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/IMG_4130_7ec06daf-27b4-44c8-9bb5-252c6764cbb5.jpg?v=1783601434"},{"product_id":"gyuto-knife-aogami-core-with-stainless-steel-cladding-and-a-western-handle-ohishi","title":"Gyuto knife, Aogami Super core with stainless steel cladding, migaki finish - Ohishi","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA western-style gyuto with the performance of Japanese steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: Gyuto. Japan's answer to the chef's knife with a thinner profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL: \u003cspan\u003eAogami (blue paper) super steel. This is very similar to white paper steel but with tungsten and chromium added to it which helps with edge retention and slows down rusting. The super part indicates the highest amount of carbon steel - at up to 1.5% - out of the blue series steels. This has then been hardened to 63-64 rockwell making it very hard and capable of retaining an edge for a very long time. The blue steel core has then been wrapped in stainless steel making maintenance easy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: Polished or migaki\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Western micarta handle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLENGTH: 210mm and 270mm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: Ohishi, Niigata City, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: Anyone wanting one a knife made from one of the best cutting steels on the planet at an acceptable price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSAUNDERS SAYS:\u003cem\u003e\"I got this range of knives with chefs in mind. The steel stays sharp for ages and the handle makes it easier to grip in high-paced, possibly wet kitchens.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e These knives are hand-forged so there may be slight variations in measurements and finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen Provisions","offers":[{"title":"210mm","offer_id":57593405604171,"sku":"OHGY210AS \/ D3","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"270mm","offer_id":57593405636939,"sku":"OHGY270AS \/ D3","price":260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/image_0b93040c-d6fc-409b-b169-192b90763d37.jpg?v=1783601429"},{"product_id":"santoku-knife-ginsan-stainless-steel-nashiji-finish-ohishi-1","title":"Santoku knife, Ginsan stainless steel, nashiji finish - Ohishi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis new line of knives by Ohishi has quickly become a firm favourites with the professionals. The ginsan steel is fantastic to sharpen and work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSHAPE: Santoku\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTEEL:  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/ginsan\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGinsanko\u003c\/a\u003e or Silver 3 as it is commonly known is a fantastic high carbon stainless steel that performs incredibly well, a huge plus point is that it is pretty easy to sharpen. It only has 13% Chromium in it which is what makes stainless, well stainless. This is the minimum amount a knife can have in it to be classed as stainless. So if you leave acid items on the knife don't be surprised to come back and find tarnish marks. This is the price for ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/nashiji\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNashiji\u003c\/a\u003e or pear skin finish. This mottled Finish is really stunning and gives the blade a nice rustic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHANDLE: Western Pakkawood handle \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLADE LENGTH: 180mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAKER: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/ohishi\" style=\"color: black;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOhishi\u003c\/a\u003e - Niigata City, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBEST FOR: Solid first knife for a home cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSAUNDERS SAYS: \u003cem\u003e\"I have sold a lot of these and haven’t had one back in for a chip repair yet. This is both surprising and impressive. Please don’t put this to the test\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese knives are hand-forged so there may be slight variations in measurements and finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakaya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57916592849227,"sku":"OSSA180GIW \/ D6","price":170.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/files\/61E633F0-3D24-4374-A1F2-7755A73CE4EC.jpg?v=1784890736"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/3277\/6011\/collections\/IMG_4019.jpg?v=1785619737","url":"https:\/\/www.kitchenprovisions.co.uk\/collections\/my-first-japanese-knife.oembed","provider":"Kitchen Provisions ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}