{"product_id":"epokishi-aus10-japanese-knife-set","title":"Epokishi AUS-10 Damascus Japanese Knife Set, 5-Piece with Resin \u0026 Carbon Fiber Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Epokishi \u003cstrong\u003eAUS-10 Damascus knife set\u003c\/strong\u003e is a five-knife Japanese collection built for cooks who want sharpness, strength and standout looks in equal measure. Each blade combines an \u003cstrong\u003eAUS-10 Japanese super steel cutting core\u003c\/strong\u003e with premium high-carbon stainless steel cladding and a \u003cstrong\u003e67-layer Damascus steel\u003c\/strong\u003e finish, delivering precise, controlled cuts whether you are slicing, dicing or chopping. It is a Japanese Damascus chef knife set that looks just as impressive on display as it does on the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e5-piece Japanese knife set\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together five essential shapes. The 8.5-inch Kiritsuke excels at precision slicing, dicing and intricate cuts, from delicate sashimi to robust vegetables. The 8-inch Gyuto is the all-round workhorse for slicing and dicing, trusted by professional chefs and home cooks alike. The 7-inch Santoku is a nimble all-purpose knife for both intricate tasks and everyday cooking, the 7-inch Bunka offers precise, effortless cuts with its distinctive profile, and the 7-inch Nakiri, with its flat edge, is designed for clean, fast vegetable preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery blade is sharpened to a \u003cstrong\u003edouble bevel 12° edge\u003c\/strong\u003e and rated at 60+ HRC. The knives are full tang from tip to heel and well balanced, and the maker describes them as hand-forged with artisan craftsmanship. The striking \u003cstrong\u003eepoxy resin and carbon fiber handles\u003c\/strong\u003e are ergonomic and lightweight, giving a comfortable, secure grip and effortless control during long prep sessions. Handle colours vary by knife in the set, such as black resin on the Santoku and blue resin on the Nakiri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese kitchen knife set is ideal for keen home cooks who want a dedicated blade for vegetables, proteins and fine slicing, and for experienced cooks who appreciate classic Japanese knife shapes. With the Gyuto, Kiritsuke, Santoku, Bunka and Nakiri at hand, you can tackle everything from weeknight stir-fries to elaborate dinner-party menus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach knife arrives in its own gift\/storage box, making this Damascus kitchen knife set an easy choice as a \u003cstrong\u003egift for chefs\u003c\/strong\u003e and food lovers. It makes a memorable Christmas gift, anniversary gift or housewarming gift for anyone who loves to cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo care for your knives, hand wash them with warm, soapy water, dry them immediately after washing and store them safely with the blade edge protected. Whetstones are recommended for sharpening quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.5-inch Kiritsuke knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-inch Gyuto (chef's) knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch Santoku knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch Bunka knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch Nakiri knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift\/storage box for each knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAUS-10 Japanese super steel cutting core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCladding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67 layers of Damascus steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble bevel, 12° angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTang\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull tang, tip to heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResin \u0026amp; carbon fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 knives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnives Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiritsuke, Gyuto, Santoku, Bunka, Nakiri\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Lengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiritsuke 8.5in, Gyuto 8in, Santoku 7in, Bunka 7in, Nakiri 7in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual gift\/storage box for each knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Forged by Vikings","offers":[{"title":"No Engraving","offer_id":58599785660719,"sku":"skaus10jpnEpoks","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Engraving on Blades (+$15)","offer_id":58667115086127,"sku":"skaus10jpnEpoks","price":664.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/0457\/0415\/files\/epokishi-aus10-damascus-knife-set-01.jpg?v=1790958673","url":"https:\/\/forgedbyvikings.com\/products\/epokishi-aus10-japanese-knife-set","provider":"Forged by Vikings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}