Category: Yoshihiro
Chopsticks, like the YOSHIHIRO- Ebony Moribashi Chopsticks – 6.5″ (16.5cm), are a part of a sushi chef’s artillery of kitchen tools. In fact, there are several things one should have in order to create this appetizing dish. Depending on an individual’s skills and the sushi recipe being made, some implements are optional, while some are [...]
An usuba knife is traditionally used as a vegetable knife in the kitchen. How Does One Spot an Usuba? It usually has a flat edge, with very little or no curve and “tall” (to allow enough clearance for the knuckles when using a chopping board). The term usuba is literally translated as thin blade. Of [...]
A sashimi knife or sashimi (raw fish) bōchō (knife) is a knife used to make sashimi and slice raw fish and other seafood. The different types of sashimi bōchō can be classified as follows: Yanagi (“Willow Blade”). This kind is used to cut long portions of fish and is very much like the Western utility [...]
A yanagi knife is a knife used for slicing raw fish or sashimi. It’s often differentiated from other Japanese style knives by its distinct pointed willow leaf shape. The culinary world is more cutthroat than some people would think. In a competitive environment, serious chefs always want an upperhand to get ahead or stay ahead. [...]
A gyutou knife is an all-purpose knife. Gyutou is translated as “cow sword” because this knife was primarily intended for butchering large portions of beef. The YOSHIHIRO – Hammered Damascus Chef Knife Gyutou Knife 7″ (180mm) is a knife that is up to the challenge. Manufactured by a trusted name, Yoshihiro is regarded as one [...]
When you amazon a YOSHIHIRO Shiro-ko Honyaki Yanagi Sashimi Chef Knife you know that you are amazoning quality hardly reviled. Crafted for the serious chefs. This Shiro-ko Honyaki Yanagi Sashimi Knife comes from Yoshihiro directly from the studio in SAKAI, Osaka Japan. Grade: Honyaki / Knife Type: Yanagi Knife Steel Type: Shiro-ko High-Carbon Steel Blade: [...]
Some Sushi video tutorials – Just more of what we love How to make Nigiri sushi. This is a great introduction into making nigiri, not only fish can be used you can create great nigiri with any topping. My favourite
A Little Shun History Kai bought Kershaw knives back in 1978, and created what is now known as the company brand ‘KAI USA’. KAI then grew from the demand for high end quality kitchen knives,still using traditional Japanese knife-making techniques
Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000Pro Usuba Knife: Vegetable Slicer
An usuba knife – also known as usuba bocho – is what’s commonly referred to as a vegetable knife. Its thin blade has very little curve, if at all, and is known for having one of the sharpest and most delicate of edges. This kind of knife is ideal for extremely fine vegetable work requiring [...]
Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000D Shotoh Small Utility Knife: The Dependable Knife
Looking for a utility knife that is both a beauty and a toughie? Well, your search in officially o-v-e-r. Introducing the Zwilling J.A. Henckels MIYABI 7000D Shotoh Small Utility Knife! From a company that is famous for making incredibly sharp and breathtaking cutlery, Zwilling J.A. Henckels products are a cut above the rest. MIYABI knives [...]
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 9-1/2-Inch Chef’s Knife, Black: Backed by the Best
For a chef’s knife that’s like no other, there can only be Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Cermax 9-1/2-Inch Chef’s Knife, Black. In fact, there’s a long list of things to love about it! First, it’s designed using the TWIN Cermax M66 technology. Crafted by hand, the TWIN Cermax M66 blades are made from micro carbide [...]
Kyocera Revolution Series – 7″ Personal Sushi Knife: A New Innovation
Is there a sushi knife that will ever truly satisfy you? Many have made claims of this and that but have totally missed the mark on their promises. If you’re at your wits end, the Kyocera Revolution Series- 7″ Personal Sushi Knife might be your last ray of hope. What is it For? The Revolution [...]
Kyocera KT-200-HIP-D Kyotop Damascus 8.25 Inch Sashimi Knife: For Good Sushi
A sashimi knife is an excellent tool to have in the kitchen if you’re a big fan of cuisine from the Land of the Rising Sun. This knife is the Japanese version of the Western-style slicing knife or carving knife. Its long and narrow blade is ideal for filleting fish, slicing sashimi and other soft [...]
Kyocera CSW-18-BK 9-Inch Ceramic Steel Sharpener: The Sharp Advantage
Ever thought of using a ceramic steel sharpener around the house? It’s a multi-purpose sharpening device that would keep the edges of your cutting implements almost as good as new! All you need now is a trusted name that will treat your tools like royalty. Not all brands are created equal, some are better than [...]
