{"title":"Knives + Utensils","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mini-tree-branch-spoons","title":"Mini Tree Branch Spoons","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese tree branch spoons are perfect for mixing cream into tea, using in sugar pots, and indulging in ice cream, flan, or cake. We love the organic, \u003cem\u003ewabisabi\u003c\/em\u003e handle, adding a little bit of flair to your table! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5\"L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17535903175,"sku":"11-400-0003","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/branch-spoon_wh.jpg?v=1492114842"},{"product_id":"mac-professional-series-paring-knife-3-15","title":"MAC Professional Series Paring Knife 3.15\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC is known to make knives that are ergonomic with thin blades, so cuts are effortless and fatigue is the thing of the past. But when taking care of smaller jobs like peeling fruit, chopping garlic, or slicing small fish, you don't need a full-sized blade. That's why we've included the MAC Paring Knife as part of our knife collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small paring knife is the most common size for peeling and paring. This knife is great for precision or intricate work on a cutting board. The pointed tip can be used for intricate melon or squash carving or simply for removing the stems from strawberries and tomatoes. S\u003c\/span\u003euitable for right-handed or left-handed chefs. Handwash only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut small fish and fruit. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 3.5\", Blade height: 0.75\", Blade thickness 2.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolybdenum, stain-resistant alloy blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.1 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1137057441,"sku":"11-200-0009","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/MAC_paring.jpg?v=1512503737"},{"product_id":"suncraft-white-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft White Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Mizukusa wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7875201665,"sku":"11-200-0003","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sc_white_point2.jpg?v=1492132348"},{"product_id":"mac-nakiri-knife-6-5","title":"MAC Nakiri Knife 6.5\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSlice greens and tomatoes like a ninja with this \u003cem\u003enakiri\u003c\/em\u003e knife. This knife by MAC is a\u003cspan\u003e double-edged \u003cem\u003eusuba\u003c\/em\u003e (vegetable knife) used for thinly slicing fruits and vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e. Thanks to its thin blade, nakiris will slice right through vegetables and meet your cutting board without the horizontal push and pull that can make vegetables raggedy or smushed. It c\u003cspan\u003ean also be used as a multi-purpose knife for slicing meats and seafood (but not through bone or frozen foods).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut cucumbers, daikon, and cabbage. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe 6.5\" blade is comprised of \u003cspan\u003eforged molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eThis forging method produces a blade that is both durable and easy to sharpen. The blade is ground on both sides – making it it a knife suitable for right-handed or left-handed chefs. The comfortable handle ensures stability when slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIf you love going to the farmers market and stocking up on greens, or are looking for a gift for your favorite vegetarian friend, this knife may be the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 11.38\"L (6.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel, pakkawood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12334342635599,"sku":"11-200-0008","price":127.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_nakiri.jpg?v=1527201568"},{"product_id":"penato-knife","title":"Penato Knife","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe word \u003cem\u003epenato\u003c\/em\u003e for our Penato Knife refers to the knife's shape being similar to a pennant. The brass body encases the carbon steel blade and looks sleek in the office or at home. Use the Penato for a variety of jobs including: cutting paper and thread, or opening letters and boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ePenato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Knife maker Yoshiharu Hamono started as a blacksmith company over 100 years ago near Kyoto. Today, they\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003especialize in making chisels and carving knives used in schools. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Please note that the blade is not replaceable. There is a dimple on the backside of the case that may look unintentional, but in fact, this dimple is there to secure the blade in place. Please refer to the last photo on this page which shows the dimple. This is not defective. This is part of the design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 4\"L (1.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Carbon steel blade, brass casing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yoshiharu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12351682412623,"sku":"11-200-0005","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/pinato_cutter.jpg?v=1552076534"},{"product_id":"oyster-shucker","title":"Oyster Shucker","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis oyster shucker features a sharp, sturdy stainless steel blade and handy wood grip that ensures the precision and stability needed when shucking oysters, even when your hands are wet. A pointed tip allows you to easily open the oysters on the initial pry. Then the thick durable blade slides into the rest of the oyster to separate the shells. Finally, the sharp side of the blade enables you to release the oyster meat from its shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about how to shuck oysters here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-how-to-shuck-a-raw-oyster\"\u003eJapanify: How to Shuck a Raw Oyster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 1\u003c\/span\u003e\"D x 7-3\/4\"L (blade length 4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Wood handle, stainless steel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seitaro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12433817043023,"sku":"11-200-0012","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/oyster_knife.jpg?v=1602884054"},{"product_id":"sabitoru-rust-remover","title":"Sabitoru Rust Remover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis medium grit tool is excellent for removing rust from metal and ceramic surfaces. It works like a magic eraser. Let it sit in some water first, then rub it along your knives to remove rust and stains. It will also work to remove stubborn stains from ceramic and metal pots. Your days of grumbling about rusty bike spokes, faucets, gardening tools, and skis are officially over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 2.5” x 1.5” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"King Stone Co., Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32631535403087,"sku":"11-100-0007","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sabitool.jpg?v=1602548898"},{"product_id":"suncraft-black-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft Black Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Sakura wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32779691130959,"sku":"11-200-0002","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/suncraft_black_paring.jpg?v=1608241144"},{"product_id":"suncraft-red-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft Red Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Sakura wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32779860672591,"sku":"11-200-0001","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/suncraft_red_paring.jpg?v=1608241090"},{"product_id":"mac-mighty-slicer-sashimi-knife-10-5","title":"MAC Mighty Slicer Sashimi Knife 10.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you've ever tried to prepare sashimi or sushi, you've probably learned pretty quickly that having the right knife makes a huge difference. Even the freshest fish doesn't make great sashimi if it's sliced poorly – you can easily ruin the texture, the look, and the taste of your most important ingredient with the wrong knife. Traditionally in Japan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyanagi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knives – very sharp, slender single-beveled blade knives – are used to cut raw fish and soft meats with clean precision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're big fans of the Japanese-made \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e, which is lightweight, ergonomic, but razor-sharp enough to prepare paper thin slices of hirame, melt-in-your-mouth cuts of toro, or bite-sized pieces of beef tataki with ease. Its long 10\" blade is forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for making samurai swords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to be a sushi chef to use a \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e. Use it to expertly prepare beef carpaccio, Nova Scotia lox, or rare steak for pho. And just imagine slicing that holiday ham with one of these bad boys. Lookin' sharp, real sharp!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut sashimi, and even cucumbers. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MAC knife was forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! (Don't try this at home.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nsRle5n2lm4\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 15.5\"L (10.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel and pakkawood  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39381641199695,"sku":"11-200-0013","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_slicer.jpg?v=1622072336"},{"product_id":"mac-santoku-knife-6-5","title":"MAC Santoku Knife 6.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Santoku Knife\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is a reliably great everyday chef knife for all entry levels, from occasional home cook to professional chef. In fact, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal=0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-\u0026amp;mc_cid=26e78fe085\u0026amp;mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en\u0026amp;q=http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal%3D0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-%26mc_cid%3D26e78fe085%26mc_eid%3D%5BUNIQID%5D\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1491435216211000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGzuN8RmwG62f_o-2S-8qSdTW9y9g\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal=0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-\u0026amp;mc_cid=26e78fe085\u0026amp;mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThomas Keller and Eric Ripert\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare MAC Knife afficionados! What's all the fuss about? Made in Japan with a 6-1\/2\" inch blade forged from molybdenum steel (the same metal used to make samurai swords back in the day), the MAC Santoku knife is sturdy, well-balanced, and made to handle all means of slicing, dicing, and mincing.This knife will last you a lifetime (with proper handling and regular sharpening, natch), so please, for the love of god, bid adieu to that Ikea knife and say hello to MAC, the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut anything – meat, vegetables, and tofu. He says, \"This is the best knife to use so you don't cut yourself.\" Recommended for home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC knives have a thin blade so cuts are effortless. Instead of using force when cutting, the blade does all the work. The lightweight, ergonomic design of MAC knives also reduce fatigue while slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! (Don't try this at home.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nsRle5n2lm4\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 11.75\"L (6.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel and pakkawood  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39386424377423,"sku":"11-200-0015","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_santoku_a27e706d-fa70-4db6-bb4c-f994eaf4eb8b.jpg?v=1622072406"},{"product_id":"pruning-shears","title":"Pruning Shears","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese pruning shears are hand crafted in Japan out of high-carbon stainless steel. Confidently go to battle with rose thorns and vines, or use them everyday to aid in flower arrangement. We also love that there's a sturdy latch at the base to keep the shears closed and compact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handles turn a darker color naturally during the manufacturing process. Their considerable weight paired with the blade's sharpness make them perfect for those pesky branches! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eToyama Hamono was established in 1861 in Sanjo, a small town famous for blacksmithing. They started out making \u003cem\u003ekatana \u003c\/em\u003e(swords). Today, they use the same methods used to create their swords to create tools like this hefty pair of gardening shears. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach pair of shears includes a leather embossed protective sleeve for storage, and a box perfect for gifting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 8\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Japanese high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Toyama Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40265954852943,"sku":"14-400-0008","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/pruning_shears2.jpg?v=1668728354"},{"product_id":"king-home-stone-k-45-sharpening-stone-w-stand-1","title":"King Home Sharpening Stone K-45 with Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan with the everyday user in mind, this knife sharpening stone features a medium grit that is perfect for any type of knife in need of a refresh. It features a plastic base which holds the stone, complete with nonslip rubber feet to hold it in place while you sharpen. Ideal for sharpening kitchen knives such as\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e santoku, banno, nakiri, yanagi, cleavers, and paring knives that are made of the most common types of steels (including stainless and carbon steel).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide a step-by-step guide on how to sharpen your knives \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/how-to-sharpening-carbon-and-stainless-steel-knives\"\u003eon our blog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: Stainless, Regular knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: 1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 7\"L x 2\"W \u003c\/span\u003ex 0.6\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Synthetic Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"King Stone Co., Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40268588974159,"sku":"11-100-0032","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/king_home_stone.jpg?v=1664839074"},{"product_id":"persimmon-tree-natural-wood-chopsticks","title":"Persimmon Tree Natural Wood Chopsticks","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese all-natural \u003cem\u003ehashi\u003c\/em\u003e (chopsticks) are made with wood from persimmon trees and finished in beeswax for a silky smooth feel in your hands. The hashi themselves reflect the individual character of each tree – the persimmon tree features a dark color with unique, line-like texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike hashi sealed with synthetic lacquer, these won't chip or peel with use. Shaped by hand, the beveled texture grips food better and more precisely thanks to their pointy tips. Perfect for rice, sashimi, otsumami (small plates), and soba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 9\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes one pair of chopsticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Persimmon tree wood with beeswax coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aoba Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40326763348047,"sku":"11-400-0014","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hashi_persimmon.jpg?v=1668644930"},{"product_id":"plum-tree-natural-wood-chopsticks","title":"Plum Tree Natural Wood Chopsticks","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese all-natural \u003cem\u003ehashi\u003c\/em\u003e (chopsticks) are made with wood from plum trees and finished in beeswax for a silky smooth feel in your hands. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe hashi themselves reflect the individual character of each tree – the plum tree features a soft, smooth pink tone reminiscent of spring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike hashi sealed with synthetic lacquer, these won't chip or peel with use. 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