Japanese-Style Knives
Japanese-style knives are the perfect fusion of legendary traditions and cutting-edge future technologies. Japanese culture, religion, and customs are significantly attributed to weapons. Weapon crafting was always a respected and highly sought-after craft, with privileged information and secrets passed down through generations, making it a part of the country's philosophy and culture.
High competition among masters required constant improvement and modernization of both knife production and the knives themselves. As a result, the katana, wakizashi, tachi, tanto, and many other types of perfect Japanese weapons became famous worldwide for their unmatched properties.
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When the samurai era became history and carrying swords was prohibited, the centuries-old refined techniques were not forgotten. Skilled craftsmen successfully utilized accumulated experience and knowledge in making kitchen knives.
We can say that the eternal commitment of the Japanese to perfection pays off in every field of endeavor. Japanese knives are universally known and appreciated worldwide, their fame rivaling that of their legendary combat counterparts. Kitchen knives have retained all the qualities of perfect performance, including reliability, durability, excellent cutting performance, and incredible kirenaga (edge retention), the same traits that have always been valued in Japanese combat swords.