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Blade Length
10"
Steel Type
AUS Stainless SteelCompare →
Handle
Mkuruti Wood
Knife Type
Bread KnifeCompare →
Best For
Bread, Crusty Artisan Loaves, Soft Brioche
Precision.
Balance.
Craft.
Rumoi 10" Japanese Bread Knife パン切りナイフ
The Rumoi 10" Japanese Bread Knife blends traditional craftsmanship with modern steel technology to create a tool of exceptional sharpness and lasting beauty. Designed for the discerning chef or passionate home baker, it slices through everything from crusty artisan loaves to soft brioche with precision and ease.
Premium AUS Stainless Steel
Forged from high-grade AUS stainless steel, the blade offers superb hardness and edge retention for long-term performance. The finely serrated edge glides cleanly through bread without crushing the crumb, while the hammered finish helps reduce drag and keeps each cut smooth.
Mkuruti Wood Handle
The handle is crafted from richly grained Mkuruti wood, prized for its warm tones and natural strength. Its octagonal shape is carefully balanced for a secure, comfortable grip, giving you control and confidence even during long baking sessions.
Effortless Performance and Elegant Design
Perfect weight distribution and professional serration make every slice feel effortless, whether you are preparing breakfast toast or serving guests at a special gathering. The hammered steel pattern catches the light and adds a striking visual touch, turning a practical tool into a centerpiece of your kitchen.
A Gift of Lasting Craftsmanship
The Rumoi 10" Japanese Bread Knife is both a reliable everyday performer and a showcase of fine artistry. Beautifully crafted and built to endure, it makes an ideal gift for anyone who values quality, style and the pleasure of exceptional baking tools.
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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Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher, the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2, Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink, even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3, Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer, it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it, no special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use. With these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Bought this to replace a cheap bread knife that was tearing everything to bits. This one cuts clean through a fresh tiger loaf no problem. Its slightly heavier than I thought it would be but after a week I actually prefer the extra weight, feels more controlled. Wish the blade was maybe an inch longer for big miche loaves but still does the job. Nice knife for the price.
Got this for slicing sourdough and it does the job proper. The serrated edge goes through crusty loaves without squashing the bread which was my main issue with my old one. Only thing is the handle is a bit slim for my liking, took a couple days to get used to but it's fine now. Came well packaged too.
Really pleased with this knife. Cuts through tiger bread without flattening it which was the main issue with my old one. Only reason not 5 stars is the handle feels a little thin for my hands, but its not uncomfortable just a preference thing. Delivery was quick and well packaged.
Ok so I bake a lot of sourdough and my old bread knife was just tearing everything up. This one glides through even the crustiest loaf, proper clean slices. Its quite long which took a sec to get used to but honestly its great. Handle feels nice in the hand, not too heavy. Came next day delivery which was a bonus.
Bought this after my old bread knife basically gave up. This one's brilliant, cuts through my homemade sourdough like it's nothing. No more squashed loaves. The blade is dead straight and the serrations are proper sharp. Arrived well packaged too, which was a nice touch.
Really good knife overall. Cuts cleanly through crusty bread without tearing, which is exactly what I wanted. Only slight thing is the handle feels a bit chunky in my small hands, but after a week of use I've got used to it. Would recommend.
Bought this after my old serrated knife was tearing up sourdough. This one glides through crusty loaves no effort at all, clean slices even for soft fresh bread. Blade feels well made and handle sits nice in the hand. Only used it a few times but very happy so far.
Got this for my husband’s birthday and hes over the moon. Slices through sourdough like butter, no squashing the loaf like our old one did. Came really well packaged too.
Bought this after my old bread knife finally gave up. This one is in a different league entirely. The blade is long enough for big farmhouse loaves, and it just glides through crust without tearing the inside. Used it on a fresh baguette and the slices were perfect, none of that shredded mess you usually get. Handle feels solid but not too heavy. Bit of an upgrade from the tesco one I had, that's for sure. Only had it a few weeks but cant see myself ever going back.
Ok so I'd been using a cheap Tesco bread knife for years and it was mashing my homemade loaves. This one is a massive upgrade. The serrations are really fine and it cuts through even the crustiest rye bread like butter. Blade is a good length at 10 inches, fits my hand nicely. Only had it two weeks but used it daily for toast and sandwiches. Delivery was quick as well.
