From the gyuto to the yanagi, these are the eight most important Japanese kitchen knife styles to know. Deba knives are sturdy, somewhat petite blades used primarily for working with fish.

To make things even more confusing, some Japanese companies make some European-style knives, and some European and American companies make Japanese-style knives. But here I’ve denoted the style ...

Bear with us. If, like so many home cooks, you find a classic 8-inch chef’s knife too intimidatingly large and long, consider this beautiful smaller-bodied Japanese Santoku-style knife from ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Japanese chef's knives are world-renowned for their unique design and durability. And just one can cost you over $900. From heating and hammering ...