Inside Tokyo’s BEST Japanese KNIFE Shop | JAPAN

[@leegilray2222]

Well, I’m not a chef but I do know quality steel is easer to get & keep sharp! Once educated on the purpose of knife’s like the Gyutou & the Petty; it all makes sense! Thank you for enlightening me on Kama-asa knife shop.

[@Gastronomology]

Thanks for watching Lee! Japanese knifes are beautiful.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

... knives* like the guyto and the petty

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

@@Gastronomology knives*

[@manyogurt4645]

The Japanese even have a knife to watch the game in the living room and carve the turkey in the kitchen at the same time.

[@francisleveque2939]

J’aimerais un couteau pliant pour la poche car lorsque vous allez chez des amis ou au restaurant ! Leurs couteaux ne coupent pas ?et certains ont des couteaux avec des petites dents pour la viande 😢😢? Veloma

[@ambient_wanderlust]

I need a Japanese Knife. Love this!

[@tonyalderson545]

A cutting-edge show

[@JA12344]

Such an educational and interesting video! I had no idea there were so many different knives involved in kitchen cooking. Really enjoyed watching all the cutting examples. Great filming by the way.

[@Gastronomology]

Thanks for watching. Kitchen town in Tokyo is an amazing place to shop and discover interesting tools for the kitchen.

[@JA12344]

@@Gastronomology I'd love to shop in a place like this.

[@netnoob77]

The thing about a lot of shops in Kappabashi is that they charge tourist prices. The tell tale sign is the number of English speaking staff. Still great to browse selection and try out different knives but if you know exactly what you want to get and it's a readily available knife (ie not a rare artisan one), there are other places offering significantly lower prices.

[@Gastronomology]

It’s definitely cheaper than Canada with an amazing selection. Can you recommend any other shops?

[@TheCyberMantis]

This is true. The shape is only one aspect. The steel and also the maker is very important. Wide price ranges for these knives. Easy to overpay if you don't do your research.

[@netnoob77]

@@Gastronomology I would search on JP online websites like Rakuten or even Amazon JP, and get the address down and visit the stores in person. Some of these shops don't even have English names and cater mainly to locals (if you look up google review - the reviews are all in Japanese). I bought a rather well known shirogami #2 gyuto for 60% of what I would be charged in Kappabashi, and it's a similar story with whetstones.

[@hw7504]

@@Gastronomology Specifically cheaper than Canadian based brick and mortar small businesses specializing in Japanese knives, but no longer significantly cheaper than buying online from Canada (including tax and duties). Kama-asa, Kamata, Tsubaya all have some steeper prices even with the favourable conversion since visiting again after five years. They also have more in-house branding and undisclosed sharpener/forgesmith on the mid to budget tier lines, making it slightly more difficult to rely on prior knowledge of certain craftsman's grinds or heat treats. The experience of picking a knife as an entry for the hobby is still pretty nice. But unless you know exactly what you're looking at and what you're looking for, you're better off deal hunting in Osaka. Within Tokyo, I would probably sooner recommend the Hitohira show room. Prices are higher but elevated fit and finish match the price.

[@olemadsen7684]

Anything in particular you can recommend? Thanks!

[@katiegilray6430]

Woah! Can’t wait to get a new knife 🔪

[@jg-mz7sf]

This gives a great break down. Thanks.

[@Gastronomology]

You're welcome!

[@joelroberts4166]

First stop in Tokyo !

[@Gastronomology]

A Japanese knife is for life. 🔪🔪🔪🔪

[@Torontoflatlander]

Wonderful shop i had the chance to visit in Dec 2023. Also....how on earth does Didi the Devil make a cameo!? Unreal!

[@Gastronomology]

I agree, fantastic shop. Hilarious that you know the devil on the bike. Didi was cruising by and was craving the camera. Decided he deserved a cameo. Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@pyotrh]

Oh i bought a knife from them back in october. Its pretty nice. They do engraving too.

[@Gastronomology]

Everything they make and sell is too notch. Their kitchen shop next door is beautiful too. Thanks for watching!

[@HaylaBrooks]

Besides allowing you to record video, what else makes it “the best Japanese knife shop”? Planning to go there soon. Thanks in advance.

[@Gastronomology]

It’s one of the "best knife shops" on the street. Here’s why I chose them: 1. The staff are incredibly friendly. 2. They speak multiple languages. 3. The shop is absolutely gorgeous. 4. They have a sister store next door with everything you could possibly need for your kitchen. 5. The shop was busier than other shops, which led me to believe they were doing something worth investigating. I would recommend checking out a few shops before making a purchase. Kitchen Town in Tokyo is super fun to explore, and you’re bound to find things you didn’t even know you wanted or needed. Cheers!

[@GrantHendrick]

Surprised you didn’t mention single bevel knives or talk about stainless versus carbon.

[@tonyalderson545]

Such a sharp vidio

[@Gastronomology]

Lol Hahahah!! Thank you!!!! Cheers!

[@TheCyberMantis]

Short video. He talked about the different knife shapes and uses, but he did not mention the different steels or forgings. Still a good video tho. I could spend some time in that shop.

[@Gastronomology]

Thanks for watching! I agree we should have talked about materials. Any recommendations?

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@Gastronomology Visit Gifu prefecture, Seki City. Take a tour of the knife makers there. Yaxell, Miyabi, Shun, etc.

[@Gastronomology]

Thanks. Making a note of that for my next trip. I love Japan. Cheers!

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@Gastronomology Yes, Japan is amazing.

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

4:46 - What is crazy German cycling superfan Dieter "Didi" Senft doing in a Japanese knife shop video?

[@Gastronomology]

He was craving the camera while I was capturing a few cut aways(B roll). I loved him!!!

[@culinology]

❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@casperthomassen2069]

What song in the background?

[@Gastronomology]

Epidemic Sound tunes. I’ll add the track names to the description mañana. I hope you like them. Cheers!

[@Gastronomology]

Music Sound Track: www.epidemicsound.com Tracks in order of appearance: ES_Tokyo Highball - Matt Large ES_Eternal Sunrise - Victor Lundberg Cheers!

[@Its_just_me_again]

how do they go about finding tokyo's best knife shop? who votes?

[@Gastronomology]

Its one of my favourite shops after browsing. Its not official. Its just an amazing shop! Cheers!

[@onlythaclonessir2525]

AAAAA

[@onlythaclonessir2525]

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[@Gastronomology]

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