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Japanese Knife Types Explained: Gyuto, Santoku, Nakiri, Deba, and Yanagiba

September 8, 2026August 25, 2026 by Hiro
Five Japanese kitchen knife types including gyuto, santoku, nakiri, deba, and yanagiba on a wooden board

Gyuto, santoku, nakiri, deba, and yanagiba knives serve different jobs. Compare their shapes, uses, bevels, and suitability for beginners.

Categories Kitchen Tools Tags Deba, Gyuto, Japanese Knives, Nakiri, Santoku, Wa-Bocho, Yanagiba

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