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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

we ordered the kuro bundle which also came the 13 inch yanagiba slicer and 4 piece steak knives. we unfortunately received a cuka bocho cleaver instead of the steak knives, so we contacted the service... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was watching “off grid with Jake and Nicolle” and was impressed with Jake’s ability to make the recommendation for always having quality knives!! The order was flawless and appreciated the email from... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a buy one get one special on thanksgiving week and something happened during shipping. I waited a little longer than the estimated shipping date to see if it was still being delivered but... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love these knives & I have multiple sets . They come in nice wooden boxes for protection & storage. My friend invites me over for holidays & asks me to bring my fancy knives to do the carving. Beauti... See more

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  1. Kitchen Supply Store

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Handcrafted Japanese Ibaraki Steel Knives; known for the Kanpeki Knife Set and the iconic Santoku 7-Inch Chef's Knife. Each blade pays tribute to the centuries-old craft of knifemaking, and is handcrafted with precise attention and care, employing traditional skills handed down by expert knifemakers through the centuries. Kamikoto knives are solemn blades made for a lifetime, crafted for chefs and knife enthusiasts.


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sharp and Great Knives

I have ordered a lot of their knives and have been very pleased with them all. I even gave some of the knives to my sister-in-law and she was really pleased with them. They stay very sharp and I use them every day and I don't use just one knife but just about all of them.

28 February 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love these knives & I have multiple…

Love these knives & I have multiple sets . They come in nice wooden boxes for protection & storage. My friend invites me over for holidays & asks me to bring my fancy knives to do the carving. Beautiful knives & superior quality.
I would like to see however a nice very slender filet knife in the future .

28 November 2025
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall a positive purchase

I've had an overall excellent experience with this service. They provide quick and efficient replies to inquiries, which I really appreciated, and the delivery process is impressively swift. The product itself is of excellent quality—extremely sharp and well-crafted. The knives arrived packaged securely, although one of the knife boxes had a broken hinge upon arrival, which felt flimsy considering the value of the knives.

The website is user-friendly and easy to navigate, making the purchasing process straightforward. However, there is a notable downside—unexpected customs and shipping charges that arise after the purchase is completed. Unfortunately, these additional costs aren't communicated upfront, leaving customers with the dilemma of either paying them or risking not receiving their order. While the quality of service and product is commendable, clearer communication about hidden costs or a more transparent breakdown of charges would significantly enhance the overall customer experience.

4 April 2025

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