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Japnese natural whetstones are preferred over synthetic stones due to their varied grit structure that offers a more refined, razor-sharp edge while maintaining the integrity of the blade. They are especially beneficial for sharpening Japanese knives, known for their specific edge geometry. The hardness and water-retaining capabilities of these stones prolong their usage and eliminate the need for oil or lubricants.
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ECHIZEN KNIFE FESTIVAL
Saturday, July 23, 2022
10:00-16:00
Kikusumi knives and its founder Del Cook have appeared in the recent issue of Precious.jp magazine [December 2019] here in Japan. The feature article is about Ms. Uera, a succesful businesswoman whose residence provides the backdrop for the interview. For the interview, a lunch of roasted Nagano jidori (free range chicken) was prepared using Kikusumi […]
Mont Blanc Dessert + Kikusumi Chef Knife One of the all-time great desserts of Autumn is the Mont Blanc. Chestnuts – or Marron in French – can be sourced from 7 growing areas across the world. The chestnut are unique in the food world for they grow within a prickly armor which makes it difficult […]
15 RECIPES: Inspired by Cooking Across Japan 15 Recipes Inspired by Cooking Across Japan is an introduction to the forthcoming series of books by Del Cook. The book offers multiple recipes covering several cooking methods that gives a glimpse into an approach to cooking that elevates both flavors and textures while at the same time reduces fat and calories. Cooking […]
L ooking back in time is a great way to gain perspective on the evolution of knife design and reconsider how best to approach it going forward. The primary focus of this essay will be on the kitchen knife although a general overview of the history of all knife types will be included. The purpose is simply to provide […]
When we set about creating the best kitchen knife set our team at Kikusumi talked to both casual and professional users in Japan and the USA to get a sense of what mattered most. We also conducted a study of knife sets being sold both today and in the past across the globe. Our research suggested that 3 sizes of knives was ideal for an essential starter […]
When we set about researching the best bread knife design the team at Kikusumi surveyed both casual and professional users to get a sense of what details mattered most. We also studied many of the bread knives being sold today and in the past, all across the globe. Important details to consider included the shape, length and and […]
A bread knife is a specialty knife designed to cut through the bread crust without compressing its soft interior in the process. The key design point is the frequency and width of the serrations. In some cases there is a straight blade section on either end of the bread knife with a longer serrated section in […]
The most versatile knife for a cook to own is unquestionably what is known in the west as the chef knife . It can be used for jobs of all sizes including cutting, slicing, chopping, and mincing. The blade has a long flowing curve that allows it to slide effortlessly through vegetables, fruit or meat. It is a high-performance […]