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12/08/2023

The Features of the Usuba – The Quintessential Vegetable Knife

The Japanese culinary tradition is known for its meticulous attention to detail, and this philosophy extends to its kitchen tools. The Usuba, a staple in Japanese kitchens, is a testament to this precision. Recognized primarily as a vegetable knife, the Usuba is uniquely tailored for clean and efficient vegetable preparation. Let’s explore the defining characteristics of this esteemed knife: Flat Blade Profile: The Usuba boasts […]

The Distinctive Features of Kitchen Knives

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13/06/2023

The Distinctive Features of Kitchen Knives

Kitchen knives are indispensable tools in home cooking. Their features are designed to accommodate a wide array of culinary tasks, offering versatility, ease of use, and durability. This article will discuss the unique characteristics that make kitchen knives essential for any kitchen, whether Western or Japanese. Versatility The primary feature of kitchen knives is their versatility. Whether it’s slicing, dicing, chopping, or mincing, these knives […]

Yu Kurosaki HAP40 GEKKO WA OK8M Japanese Chef's Petty Knife (Utility) 130mm with Urushi Lacquered Oak Handle and Yu Kurosaki R2(SG2) Hammered SENKO-EI WA WN8W Japanese Chef's Petty Knife (Utility) 130mm with White-Ring Walnut Handle

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08/04/2023

Yu Kurosaki HAP40 GEKKO WA OK8M Japanese Chef’s Petty Knife (Utility) 130mm with Urushi Lacquered Oak Handle and Yu Kurosaki R2(SG2) Hammered SENKO-EI WA WN8W Japanese Chef’s Petty Knife (Utility) 130mm with White-Ring Walnut Handle

img by : https://www.hocho-knife.com/ Diners and gourmets who are big fans of Japanese food will definitely find it almost impossible to deny the cravings when a Japanese dish is served right in front of them, on elegant-looking plates. The vivid-colored pieces and slices of delicious Salmon or Mackerel placed and topped on cooked, warm Japanese rice mixed with several seasonings revealed the subtle flavors that […]

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08/02/2023

Why Japanese Knives?

When it comes to cooking, it can’t be denied that a knife is probably one of the most essential tools needed in the kitchen. To perfectly slice through dense ingredients like bones, chop veggies like a pro, and dice carrots into desired cubes and blocks, a professional cutlery is needed to ensure all processes are going fine. In Japanese culinary, though, a normal kitchen knife […]

Sakai Takayuki INOX Japanese-style Nanairo Chef's Deba Knife 180mm ABS Resin Handle [Green-Tortoiseshell]

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21/11/2022

Sakai Takayuki INOX Japanese-style Nanairo Chef’s Deba Knife 180mm ABS Resin Handle [Green-Tortoiseshell]

img by : hocho-knife.com When it comes to professional cutlery and tools used in the kitchen, Japan is indeed home to the latter. Known as a destination with long, rich cultured history of cutlery production and handcrafted equipment, numerous cities and prefectures in Japan are home to premium-quality Japanese knives and worldwide famous Japanese knife brands that are worth having in possession. Worldwide Japanese food […]

‘Yu Kurosaki R2(SG2) Hammered SENKO WA RS8H Japanese Chef's Petty Knife (Utility) with Brown-Ring Octagonal Handle 150 mm’ Versus ‘Yu Kurosaki R2 (SG2) Hammered SHIZUKU WA RS8P Japanese Chef's Gyuto Knife with White-Ring Octagonal Handle 210 mm’

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10/09/2022

‘Yu Kurosaki R2(SG2) Hammered SENKO WA RS8H Japanese Chef’s Petty Knife (Utility) with Brown-Ring Octagonal Handle 150 mm’ Versus ‘Yu Kurosaki R2 (SG2) Hammered SHIZUKU WA RS8P Japanese Chef’s Gyuto Knife with White-Ring Octagonal Handle 210 mm’

img by : https://www.hocho-knife.com/ Just like any other decision-making process, choosing a Japanese knife to craft your delicacies can be a complicated task. When it comes to the selection of a Japanese knife, users look at a lot of different variables, functions – including the intention of usage. Most Japanese knives forged to brew the magical wonders and signature dishes may not focus on the […]

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14/07/2022

Sakai Takayuki Knife Series Collection

img by : https://www.hocho-knife.com/ Japanese cuisine is always known for the famed intricacy and delicate, subtle flavors that melt in the mouth. However, what diners don’t realize is that the truth behind all the wonderful flavors, the divine tastes of savory, and the mesmerizing aesthetics all come from the long, cultivated history of Japan’s culinary gems and their existence centuries back. The culinary industry is […]

Japanese sushi

12/05/2022

Behind The Success of Sushi Chefs

Japanese food has earned its name as one of the world’s most loved cuisine with the intricate processes it requires to craft delicacy out of every single dish. The love for sushi has grown tremendously in various parts of the globe, as it makes its way into the hearts of so many food lovers and diners. The traditional, authentic flavors that make people see Sakura […]

Japanese sushi

05/03/2022

Top Sushi Menus We Love

Sushi has become a global phenomenon that bombs the food industry with its rich flavor combining raw fish to vinegar-moistened Japanese rice, the convenience in finding it almost anywhere, and the addiction after eating a few of it that comes in bite-sized portions. Sushi is loved by a huge population of people, stretching all the way from East to the West, North to the South. […]

Sushi restaurant

14/01/2022

American Sushi Restaurant Review

When it comes to Japanese delicacies, the magic-making processes of rice forming that makes up the delicate, hand-crafted pieces of mouth-watering sushi and sashimi, America is among the top destinations with numerous culinary gems hidden in corners of the busy streets of NYC, and is home to the top-tier dining destinations and authentic restaurants often found in big cities and flourishing locations like Washington and […]