--- product_id: 89774947 title: "The Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives" price: "4410.89 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/89774947-the-knifenerd-guide-to-japanese-knives store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # The Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives **Price:** 4410.89 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives - **How much does it cost?** 4410.89 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/89774947-the-knifenerd-guide-to-japanese-knives) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A GOOD CHEF KNIFE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT TOOL IN ANY KITCHEN. Professional chefs often describe their knives as an extension of their body. Considering that Japanese knives are world famous—not only for their good looks, but also their extreme sharpness—it’s no wonder so many chefs all over the world choose Japanese kitchen knives above all others. Kevin Kent, the Knifenerd, takes us behind the scenes with a personal look into the lives, skills and artistry of the blacksmiths who make the world’s finest knives. Award winning photography by Visti Kjar transports the reader behind the scenes, into the rarely seen, dimly lit, sweaty, bustling, historic workshops of some of the worlds best blacksmiths. Feel the intense heat of the forge, smell the coal fire, hear the deafening blows of the hammer on red hot steel and see the sparks fly. From the forging and sharpening to the choosing and collecting, Kevin Kent relays his extensive knowledge and passion on the subject of Japanese knives including...Telling stories about all of his favourite blacksmiths - Explaining in plain language why Japanese knives and steel are just better - Where to start on your journey into Japanese knives, including explanations of which shapes you need in your home - Accompanied by gorgeous photos by Visti Kjar, taken in the seldom-seen workshops of the best blacksmiths in Japan. - Accompanied by gorgeous photos by Visti Kjar, taken in the seldom-seen workshops of the best blacksmiths in Japan. Review: Recommended reading for anybody interested in Japanese knives - Excellent book and highly recommended reading not only for "knifenerds"! Really fills a gap within the (very limited) set of existing books about Japanese knives. Covers more recent/modern aspects of Japanese knifemaking compared for example to Nozaki's "Japanese Kitchen Knives" (so far my go-to recommendation for all my chef friends considering getting Japanese knives), including excellent and very personal profiles of Japanese knife makers and a brief but extremely helpful section on knife steels. Make sure to also watch the author's great "Springhammer" documentary available online (for free -- thanks a lot!). Anybody considering spending money on Japanese knives should read this book first -- the Japanese "shokunin" (craftsmen) will certainly appreciate it and be happy that their hard labor will end up in appreciative as well as properly caring hands. Review: Japanese knife lovers must read - If you like knives, this book will be well worth it. If you like Japanese knives, this book is a must read. Excellent explanation of the various steels and shapes. The pictures are beautifully composed and sensitive to the subjects. The profiles of the artisans are interesting and informative. This book will bring you closer to the knifesmiths who made the fine Japanese knives that you own (or aspire to own) and the techniques they employ to make these functional works of art. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 30 Reviews | ## Images ![The Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KIXhFZdlL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended reading for anybody interested in Japanese knives *by F***S on July 18, 2019* Excellent book and highly recommended reading not only for "knifenerds"! Really fills a gap within the (very limited) set of existing books about Japanese knives. Covers more recent/modern aspects of Japanese knifemaking compared for example to Nozaki's "Japanese Kitchen Knives" (so far my go-to recommendation for all my chef friends considering getting Japanese knives), including excellent and very personal profiles of Japanese knife makers and a brief but extremely helpful section on knife steels. Make sure to also watch the author's great "Springhammer" documentary available online (for free -- thanks a lot!). Anybody considering spending money on Japanese knives should read this book first -- the Japanese "shokunin" (craftsmen) will certainly appreciate it and be happy that their hard labor will end up in appreciative as well as properly caring hands. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Japanese knife lovers must read *by G***G on June 22, 2019* If you like knives, this book will be well worth it. If you like Japanese knives, this book is a must read. Excellent explanation of the various steels and shapes. The pictures are beautifully composed and sensitive to the subjects. The profiles of the artisans are interesting and informative. This book will bring you closer to the knifesmiths who made the fine Japanese knives that you own (or aspire to own) and the techniques they employ to make these functional works of art. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I'm not sure how to describe this book. *by H***1 on May 9, 2019* I liked this book, I'm not much for non-fiction but I have an interest in Japanese style kitchen knives. If you buy this thinking it will teach you how to make a Japanese style knife I don't think you will succeed but if you buy this to learn more about Japanese cutlery and the art of it, it succeeds admirably. I gave it four stars because I wanted more about the knife construction itself, how they are put together via a blacksmiths input and that's not fully there. At the end of the book you do get knife dimensions and the different types of knives. If you are a Japanese knife geek this book is for you. If you are interested about Japanese cutlery this book is for you. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/89774947-the-knifenerd-guide-to-japanese-knives](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/89774947-the-knifenerd-guide-to-japanese-knives) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-29*