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Asahi 朝日川 Damascus Pattern Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set
The Asahi 朝日川 Damascus Pattern Stainless Steel Knife Set by Shimeru. Our eye-catching, unique handle designs are made from ergonomic red resin, which is chemically stabilised. Highly impervious to heat, cold and moisture with military-grade strength and life-long durability.
Whats in the set?
Asahi 7" Nakiri knife 菜切り包丁
Asahi 7" Santuko knife 三徳包丁
Asahi 8" Bread Knife パン切りナイフ
Asahi 8" Kiritsuke knife 切り付け包丁
Asahi 5" Petty knife ペティナイフ
Asahi 5" Santuko Knife 三徳包丁
Asahi 3.5" Fruit knife フルーツナイフ
Asahi 6" Boning/Filleting knife 骨抜きナイフ
Masterfully forged from professional-grade High-Carbon Steel, the Shinano Collection features individually forged kitchen knives that are built to last so that you never need another kitchen knife set again.
High-Carbon Steel, which was once the metal of choice of Japanese swordsmiths, has been exploding in popularity due to its added hardiness and sharpness, to such a degree that high-carbon steel has become the premier choice of many professional chefs.
Each knife is carefully heat-treated and sharpened to perfection for razor-sharp cutting and extreme durability. The knives are etched with a traditional Damascus pattern, paying homage to a style of knife-making whose history stretches back over 1000 years.
The knives boast a 15° edge for superior cutting, as compared to a typical 20-25° edge found in most Western knives. You WILL feel the difference from the very first cut.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Our knives are guaranteed to be the sharpest you’ve ever owned. No exceptions, no compromises—just razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15°—compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives—our blades allow for smoother, faster cuts, enhancing your cooking efficiency by 2 to 3 times.
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Sold OutAbsolutely chuffed with this set. The handles are stunning, really comfortable to hold even after a big Sunday roast prep. I use the santoku most days for veg, and the bread knife is a revelation, no more squashed loaves. They arrived in a lovely box, felt like a proper treat. My old block set from the supermarket feels like a toy in comparison.
Cant believe how sharp these are out the box. The petty knife is perfect for little jobs and the big kiritsuke is brilliant for slicing meat. The set covers everything I need, dont see myself needing another knife for years.
Ok so I was a bit nervous spending this much on knives but honestly, no regrets. The edge on these is brilliant, glides through tomatoes and peppers like nothing. I find myself reaching for the smaller santoku for almost everything. The set covers all the bases, even comes with a little fruit knife which is perfect for my kids lunchboxes. Came really well packaged too.
Solid knives. The handles are comfortable and the blades are nice and thin for precise cuts. The santoku is my favourite for general chopping.
Bought these for my partner who loves cooking, he's over the moon. The damascus pattern is gorgeous and they're so sharp out the box. He's used the nakiri for onions and the petty knife for trimming meat, says the balance is spot on. The whole set just looks the part in the kitchen, great value for money.
Really nice set of knives overall. The damascus finish is beautiful and they are seriously sharp. I use the kiritsuke the most, great for slicing. My only very minor thing is the handles are a bit chunkier than I'm used to, took a day or two to get comfortable with the grip. But that's just personal preference, they're still great knives and I'd recommend the set.
Great set that has everything you need. The boning knife made filleting fish a breeze and the nakiri is my new favourite for chopping herbs. They hold an edge well. I suppose I wish the bread knife was a tad longer, but it still does the job perfectly fine. A solid upgrade from my old set, looks smart on the magnetic strip.
Bought as a gift for my son who just moved into his own flat. He said they're the best thing in his kitchen. The fact it's a full set means he's got everything he needs to start cooking properly.
Impressive set. They look more expensive than they were. The balance on each knife feels spot on. Used the full set over Christmas and they performed brilliantly.
Way better than the Procook set I had before. The steel seems harder, holds an edge longer. The collection covers all bases, from filleting to bread.
For the price, this set is fantastic. They look amazing and perform even better. The boning knife worked a treat on a whole chicken.
Very good knives overall. The edge is fantastic and they feel quality. I just wish the petty knife was a tad longer, maybe 6 inches, for a bit more versatility. But that's a personal preference, the set is still excellent.
Been using them for a month now, still razor sharp. The variety in the set means theres always the right tool for the job. Couldnt be happier.
Lovely knives. The red handles are a proper talking point when we have people over. They came really well packaged. I find myself reaching for a different one from the set depending on the job, which is exactly what you want.
The knives have a great heft to them without being too heavy. The damascus finish is lovely. I use the nakiri almost daily, its a dream for dicing. A great purchase.
The handles are really unique, nice and grippy even when your hands are wet. The set has a good variety, the petty knife is ideal for trimming fat off meat. No complaints at all.
Came sharp and ready to use. The fruit knife is perfect for kids to use as its small. The set sits in a nice block on the counter and looks the business.
So impressed with this set. The handles are stunning and they feel really solid. The nakiri is my new go-to for veg prep, makes quick work of onions and carrots. The whole collection just looks the part on the magnetic strip.
They're decent knives. Look nice and came sharp. But for the price I suppose I was expecting to be a bit more blown away. They're good, just not amazing. Do the job fine though.
Been using the set for a few weeks now. Edge retention is great, still slicing tomatoes paper thin. The boning knife made filleting fish a doddle. Really pleased with the purchase.
Its an okay set. The handles are comfortable and they cut well. Nothing wrong with them, but they dont feel particularly special or anything. Does what it says on the tin, I guess.
Positive experience with these. They're slightly heavier than I expected, but I actually prefer it now as they do the work for you. The bread knife is particularly good. Would recommend.
I was after a complete set to replace my mismatched drawers. These fit the bill perfectly. The bread knife actually cuts crusty loaves without tearing, which is a first for me. Very happy.
Really chuffed with these. The 8 inch bread knife is a monster, slices through sourdough like butter. The whole set has a quality feel to it.
Really like the set, they're sharp and look great. My only minor thing is the handles are a bit chunkier than I'm used to, took a day or two to get comfortable with. Still, a brilliant set and I use them every day.