Our Store
Just a 10-minute walk from Oxford Street, our central London showroom offers the opportunity to handle and compare a wide range of Japanese knives before making your choice. Our experienced team will guide you through the different styles, steels, handle types and blade profiles to help you find the knife that feels right for you. Whether you're a professional chef, culinary student or passionate home cook, we take the time to understand how you cook and recommend the knife best suited to your needs.
Explore Our Japanese Knife Collection
We stock an extensive collection of Japanese knives, from precision-made factory knives by renowned manufacturers such as Global, Kai and Miyabi, to handcrafted knives forged by skilled Japanese blacksmiths. Our range offers something for every cook and every budget. Many of the knives available in store can be handled and tested, allowing you to experience the balance, weight and craftmanship firsthand. We also carry exclusive, limited-production and one-off knives that are not available through our website.
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Monday |
9am -5.30pm |
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Tuesday |
9am -5.30pm |
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Wednesday |
9am -5.30pm |
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Thursday |
9am -5.30pm |
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Friday |
9am -5.30pm |
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Saturday |
10am -5.30pm |
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Sunday |
Closed |
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Bank Holiday |
Closed |
Can I handle the knives before purchasing them?
Absolutely. We encourage customers to handle and compare different knives in store. Feeling the balance, weight and handle shape is often the best way to find the right knife.
Do you offer expert advice about the brands and ranges?
Yes. Our team can guide you through the different knife styles, steels and handle types to help you find the knife best for your cooking style and budget.
Do you carry accessories as well as knives
Yes. In addition to our range of Japanese knives, we stock a wide selection of accessories including whetstones, sharpening tools, knife sheaths, cutting boards and many more. Our team can also advise on which accessories are best suited to your knife and how to care for it properly.
Do you offer knife sharpening?
Yes. Have the hassle taken away from sharpening your favourite knives and let us take care of it for you. Our team of expert technicians will restore your knives to their full glory. Customers can drop their knives off at our London store and collect them once sharpening is complete, typically up to 10 days. You can find more information about our knife sharpening service here.
If you'd like to learn how to sharpen your own knives, we also offer knife sharpening classes for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts. You can find more information and book a class here.
Please note that the we do not sharpen scissors, pocketknives, razors, single bevel knives, serrated knives, bread knives, cleavers or any wood working equipment.