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Kitakami 北上川 Damascus Pattern Knife Set
The Kitakami 北上川 Damascus Pattern Series Knives by Shimeru. Our eye-catching, unique handle designs are made from ergonomic green marble effect resin, which is chemically stabilised. Highly impervious to heat, cold and moisture with military-grade strength and life-long durability.
What is in the set?
Kitakami 8" Bread Knife パン切りナイフ
Kitakami 7" Santuko Knife 三徳包丁
Kitakami 5" Santuko Knife 三徳包丁
Kitakami 7" Nakiri Knife 菜切り包丁
Kitakami 5" Petty Knife ペティナイフ
Kitakami 6" Filleting/Boning Knife 骨抜きナイフ
Kitakami 8" Kiritsuke Knife 切り付け包丁
Kitakami 3.5" Fruit Knife フルーツナイフ
Masterfully forged from professional-grade High-Carbon Steel, the Kitakami 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 Kitakami 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.
Engineered for unmatched sharpness: 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 noticeably smoother, faster cuts.
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Step 1: Rinse
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, and with these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Every knife comes in its own presentation box, ready to give as a gift.
Ok so my old knife set was literally falling apart, handles coming loose and everything. Got this set for myself for christmas and honestly the price for 8 knives with damascus pattern is pretty solid. The green marble handles look even better in person, my wife was skeptical at first but now she grabs the 5 inch santoku for basically everything. I use the kiritsuke most days for meat and general prep, and the nakiri made me actually enjoy cutting cabbage and onions for once. The bread knife glides through sourdough without squishing it which was a nice surprise. Came in a nice presentation box too so would probably be a good gift for someone. Only thing is the paring knife is maybe a little small for my hands but thats just preference, my wife loves it.
Ok so I bought this set mostly for the look of those green marble handles, but honestly the knives themselves are legit. I use the 7 inch santoku for pretty much everything now, it flies through onions and bell peppers. Did a whole Sunday roast with the kiritsuke and it sliced the meat so clean. The bread knife surprised me too, no squishing my sourdough like my old one did. My girlfriend thought I was being extra buying a whole set but now she grabs the petty for fruit and cheese all the time. The collection looks great on the magnetic strip and the handles feel solid, not slippery when my hands got wet. Came packed in foam with each blade covered so no nicks in shipping.
Got this set for my new apartment after years of using a hodgepodge of cheap knives. The 7" santoku and the nakiri are the ones I grab most, they make quick work of onions and cabbage. The green marble handles look really nice but they are a bit heavier than what I'm used to, took me a few days to get comfortable with the grip. Bread knife slides through sourdough without squishing it which is a plus. For the price its a solid set, I just wish the handles were a little slimmer but overall happy with it.
Ok so I was a little skeptical buying a whole set online but honestly for the price I figured why not. These are way nicer than I thought theyd be. The marble handles look even better in person, kinda like a deep green with swirls, really stands out on my knife strip. I mostly grab the 7 inch santoku and the nakiri for day to day stuff, the nakiri is a beast for prepping veggies, just flies through cabbage and carrots. My husband loves the kiritsuke for slicing brisket and roasts, it just glides. We dont use the bread knife a ton but when we do it handles crusty sourdough without tearing it up. The little petty knife is handy for fruit or quick jobs. Havent touched the boning knife yet but its nice to know its there. Came in a good box too, all snug in foam, no damage. Sharp right out the box which was a nice suprise. For the money this set is ridicuous, if your on the fence just get it.
Ok so I wasn't expecting much for under $200 but this set is actually pretty solid. The green handles look really cool on the counter and they feel nice in the hand. My favorite so far is the Nakiri, it makes chopping veggies so easy, and the bread knife is a beast. The damascus pattern looks nice too. Only had them a few weeks but they’re holding up well. For the price you get 8 knives, cant beat that.
Got this set for my husband for his birthday and he’s been using them nonstop. He loves the kiritsuke and the filleting knife especially. The set came well packaged and the knives were sharp right out of the box. The green marble handles are pretty unique, they don’t slip when your hands are wet. Honestly I’m thinking about getting one for myself now lol.
Got this set for my wife birthday, and she loves it. The knives are really sharp out the box and the Damascus pattern is pretty cool lookin. Only thing is the handles are a bit larger than she was used to, but she says they feel good after a couple weeks. Used the santoku for chopping veggies and the bread knife made quick work of a loaf. Good set for the price.
So I bought this set after seein the pictures online. They look nice and they cut fine, but I dunno. For 190 bucks I guess I expected more. The handles are kinda weird looking in person, not as fancy as the pics. The knives are sharp enough but im not blown away or nothin. I use the petty knife most for small stuff. Its a decent set but I probly woulda been just as happy with a cheaper one.
Really nice set overall, the Damascus pattern on them is gorgeous and they came super sharp out of the box. I've been using the santoku for pretty much everything, veggies, chicken, you name it and it just glides through. My only minor gripe is the handles are a bit chunkier than I'm used to, took me a few days to get the grip right but now I actually kinda like it. For the price you get a lot of knives that cover all the basics, would definitely recommend
Got this as a housewarming gift for myself and I'm pretty happy with it. The bread knife is a beast, cuts through crusty sourdough like it's nothing. The smaller petty knife gets used a ton too for like garlic and herbs. Only thing is the nakiri feels a little heavy compared to what I expected for a vegetable knife, but it still chops fine. Wish they had a slightly bigger version of the kiritsuke but thats just me being picky. Great set for the money though