Usuba knife for cutting vegetables
Usuba knives are Japanese knives designed primarily for cutting vegetables, and are suitable for delicate work. Because they are single-edged, they are sharp and produce precise cuts. Usuba knives are essential when peeling and slicing daikon radishes, which are essential in Japanese cuisine. Kanto-style knives have a square tip (Usuba), while Kansai-style knives have a rounded tip (Kamausuba ).
This is a list of Usuba knives that can be purchased online from Jikko Hamono, a Sakai JIKKO cutlery with over 120 years of history.
Types of Steel for Kitchen Knives
This list categorizes different types of steel used in kitchen knives. The steels at the top of each list offer the best sharpness and edge retention.