Creative craftsman Go Yoshizawa brings exceptional talent to the family business at the Nigara Forge, one of the most renowned forges in Japan and the world. This forge is famous for its exceptional damascus work, a technique that creates unique patterns...
Yoshikazu Tanaka is a renowned master blacksmith with more than 50 years of forging experience. Working from the historic city of Sakai in Osaka, Japan, he is celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship in the art of forging blades. With a...
Renowned for centuries for its handcrafted knife-making, the town of Sakai is the birthplace of numerous forges such as Togashi (link to Togashi article) and Hado. Renowned for their passion and traditional techniques, Hado's craftsmen are true steel craftsmen. Discover...
As one of the many famous blacksmithing forge in Sakai, Togashi stands out for its long family tradition and its mastery of ancestral techniques. Discover the history of this family business, its manufacturing methods and its exceptional knives, true jewels...
Découvrez la collaboration inédite entre Valentine Thomas et Stay Sharp : l'alliance parfaite de la passion de la pêche au harpon et de la qualité exceptionnelle des couteaux japonais. Dans cette vidéo, Valentine Thomas, une pêcheuse au harpon de renommée...
Are you hesitating between getting a Santoku knife or a Gyuto? If both are very versatile, they both have their own specificities. Before making your decision, we’ll give you all the information you need to find the right knife! Portrait...
Owning a Japanese knife is also a commitment to care for it. Even if they are known to be the sharpest and most durable knives, as for any high-end product, it is necessary to know the best practices to preserve...
Are you an avid cook? If the answer is yes, then you've probably already heard about the quality of Japanese knives! But is there a better knife than the others? Can we choose any Japanese knife? Answer in this article. Why...
Cook a duck with olives with Jean-Philippe “JP” Miron, executive chef of Montreal restaurant Joe Beef, accompanied by Olivier Caza-Berthelet.
