Japanese Kitchen Knife "Kiyomitsu-V10"

V10 stainless steel · Hand-sharpened on whetstone · Asakusa, Tokyo

Precision and reliability, every day
This premium Japanese kitchen knife balances ease of use with exceptional sharpness. Its minimalist design conceals professional-grade performance, making it a strong choice for home chefs. Crafted from rust-resistant V10 stainless steel, it requires minimal maintenance while delivering reliable results in everyday cooking.

At Morihei, a renowned knife and whetstone specialist in Asakusa, Tokyo with over 90 years of history, each blade is hand-sharpened to enhance cutting performance while maintaining a subtle, refined appearance. The meticulously honed edge glides through ingredients effortlessly, preserving flavor and texture. Every knife carries a "Hand-Sharpened" seal — a mark of the time and care invested in its creation.

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Tradition and craftsmanship you can trust
Located in Asakusabashi, Tokyo — one of Japan's most historic cutlery districts — Morihei has supplied chefs and professionals with trusted knives and whetstones since 1933.

What sets Morihei apart is its hand-sharpening technique. Unlike mass-produced knives finished by machine, each knife is polished on a whetstone by skilled artisans — producing an edge that glides cleanly into ingredients, yields smooth and glossy cuts, and preserves the natural flavors and aromas of every ingredient.