ANATOMY OF A JAPANESE KNIFE (HB)

The craftsmanship of Japanese knives is admired across the globe: to own a blade forged in Japan is to know quality, respect history and love food. This book takes the reader through the principles and techniques of Japanese knifemaking, tells the stories of iconic blades and world-renowned forges, and is packed with information about everything from how to select the right tool for the job to care guides that will keep your knives sharp. Features location photography of multi-generational forges, images and diagrams, step-by-step guidance, and more.