Why Japanese kitchen knives are a cook’s best friend

Chefs don’t dice about when it comes to their knives. And neither should you if you’re serious about your kitchen kit. A good chef’s knife is the most essential tool in any kitchen so having the right one at hand can help cut prep time, and even that gnarly kohlrabi bulb, in half.

It can be hard to cut through all the information around finding a cook’s knife that has that professional edge, so here’s our buying guide on the brands with the best blades.

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