Iguchi Hocho Honten

Kitchen knives that are popular among professionals and connoisseurs

A kitchen knife store in the Kyoto City Central Wholesale Market. The kitchen knives lined up in the store are all selected by the owner of this 50-year-old shop by visiting craftsmen from all over the country. It is said that Kyoto chefs who fell in love with the owner's connoisseurs often go there. From durable knives that fit comfortably in your hand to beautifully crafted knives such as Damascus. Knife sharpeners, which are reputed to improve the taste of food, start at 1000 yen. In addition to custom-made products, we also offer trial cutting of kitchen knives and hands-on classrooms for sharpening kitchen knives. It is a nice point that the staff with a friendly personality is available and it is easy to consult.
The photo shows a showcase inside the store. A variety of knives are available for various uses. Knives with different blade shapes and sizes are lined up so tightly that it's fun just to look at them.

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  Kitchen knives with a price of around 15,000 yen are selling well. Choose a gem that suits you while consulting with the clerk about the purpose and frequency of use as well as the budget.

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  It is a kitchen knife shop where professional chefs go, so there are many kinds. There are a lot of kitchen knives that are not on display in the store, so feel free to ask if you have something you are interested in.

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  There is a wide range of cooking utensils other than kitchen knives such as artisan's handmade pots, grater, egg cooker and tofu scoop. You'll want to cook.

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  It is said that the sharpness of kitchen knives will be even sharper if the craftsmen sharpen them with their skill. You can see the craftsmanship in front of you.

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