Japanese knife sharpening stone


Sharpening Stone - The Silent Hero

The secret to Japanese chefs’ uniform sushi slices is the simple yet effective whetstone. For Japanese chefs, the whetstone is an unsung hero of the nation’s culinary arts. The essence of Japanese cuisine lies in the attractive ingredients, so cutting and presentation play an extremely important role. A high-quality knife, no matter how sharp, will become dull over time. Therefore, a chef must have a quality whetstone to help maintain their blades.