How to care for your Japanese kitchen knife

Hammered Damascus KAI chef knife on dark slate

Hand-wash, dry immediately and hone regularly: five simple habits from Seki craftsmen that keep a Shun or Seki Magoroku blade razor sharp for years.

At KAI we believe that a better tool makes for a better everyday. Since 1908 our craftsmen in Seki, Japan have combined centuries of blade-making wisdom with modern technology — and today that same philosophy guides our team in India.

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