GUIDES & STORIES
Guides & stories about Japanese-made products
This archive brings together guides that explain how to choose Japanese-made products — such as “Japanese-made frying pans”, “domestic kitchen knives”, “baby tableware”, or plush toys — along with makers' stories and special features. Use it as a starting point when you want to carefully discover tools and daily essentials made in Japan.
Deba & Yanagiba: Traditional Japanese Specialist Knives
Learn about deba and yanagiba knives — Japan's specialist single-bevel blades for fish butchery and sashimi. Sizes, s... Read More
About 16 min read
Best Japanese Santoku Knives: Top Picks for Every Budget
About 12 min read
Japanese Kitchen Knives: Best Types & Brands (2026 Guide)
Shopping for a Japanese kitchen knife? Compare santoku, gyuto and nakiri, the steels behind them, and the best brands... Read More
About 24 min read