{"title":"Japanese Knives Under $200","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop in-stock Japanese kitchen knives under $200 CAD, selected for culinary students, home cooks, and anyone looking for a capable first Japanese knife without jumping into the premium price range.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"minamoto-petty-knife-150mm","title":"Minamoto Petty Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eA versatile 150 mm petty knife from Yasuda \/ Minamoto, designed for preparation tasks where a full-sized chef knife feels too large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrow blade and pointed tip provide excellent control for fruit, herbs, small vegetables, trimming boneless meat, and detailed utility work. Swedish Sandvik 19C27 stainless steel offers convenient maintenance and dependable everyday performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black pakkawood handle provides a comfortable grip and a clean, understated appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker \/ Brand: Yasuda \/ Minamoto\u003cbr\u003e Knife type: Petty \/ utility knife\u003cbr\u003e Blade length: 150 mm\u003cbr\u003e Steel: Swedish Sandvik 19C27 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e Handle: Black pakkawood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit and small vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbs and garnishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming boneless meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeeling and in-hand preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed utility work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use the knife to cut bones, frozen food, hard pits, or other extremely hard materials. Avoid prying or twisting with the blade or pointed tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and warm water immediately after use. Dry the blade and handle completely before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not place the knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking. Store it in a knife block, blade guard, knife roll, saya, or on a suitable magnetic strip with the edge and tip protected.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45908979482726,"sku":"TO-KN-MIN-PET-150","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/7568\/8550\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_14ba378c-97ac-4e51-a0a5-b118d7138e55.jpg?v=1783395313"},{"product_id":"ts-artisans-bread-meat-fish-knife","title":"T.S. Artisans Bread, Meat \u0026 Fish Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Japanese-made multipurpose slicing knife designed for bread, cooked meat, fish, and other foods that benefit from a combination of serrated and straight cutting edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade features serrations at the tip and heel to help break through firm crusts and outer surfaces. The straight centre section then slices through softer interiors cleanly, helping reduce crushing and tearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from molybdenum steel in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan, this is a practical specialty knife for kitchens that want more versatility than a conventional fully serrated bread knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003eMaker \/ Brand: T.S. Artisans \/ Arnest Inc.\u003cbr\u003eKnife type: Bread, meat, and fish knife\u003cbr\u003eSteel: Molybdenum steel\u003cbr\u003eBlade design: Serrated tip and heel with a straight centre edge\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecommended Use\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for:\u003cbr\u003eCrusty and soft bread\u003cbr\u003eCooked and cured meats\u003cbr\u003eFish\u003cbr\u003eSandwiches\u003cbr\u003eCakes and other delicate baked goods\u003cbr\u003eGeneral slicing tasks\u003cbr\u003eThis knife is not intended for bones, frozen food, hard chopping, or twisting and prying cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare\u003cbr\u003eHand wash carefully with mild soap and warm water immediately after use. Clean around the serrated sections so crumbs and food residue do not accumulate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry the blade and handle completely before storing. Do not place the knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking.\u003cbr\u003eBecause the blade uses both serrated and straight sections, it should be sharpened professionally using methods appropriate for each edge style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"T.S. Artisans","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45909008580710,"sku":"TO-KN-TSA-BMF","price":95.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/7568\/8550\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_1b1cb83a-5746-489e-b5f3-d82196d69120.jpg?v=1783395624"},{"product_id":"sekiryu-vg10-damascus-petty-knife-120mm","title":"Sekiryu VG10 Hammered Damascus Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact 120 mm petty knife from Sekiryu’s hammered VG10 Damascus series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts smaller blade is ideal for fruit, trimming meat, preparing garnishes, peeling ingredients, and other precise utility work. The stainless-steel construction offers good edge retention while remaining relatively easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA walnut handle gives the knife a comfortable grip and a warm, traditional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker \/ Brand: Sekiryu\u003cbr\u003e Knife type: Petty knife\u003cbr\u003e Blade length: 120 mm\u003cbr\u003e Steel: Three-layer hammered Damascus VG10 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e Handle: Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit and small vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming boneless meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnish and detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeeling and in-hand preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall everyday utility tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use the knife to cut bones, frozen food, hard pits, or other extremely hard materials. Avoid prying and twisting cuts, as the narrow blade and pointed tip can be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and warm water immediately after use. Dry the blade and handle completely before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not place the knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking. Store it in a knife block, saya, blade guard, or on a suitable magnetic strip with the edge and tip protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the walnut handle dry and apply a small amount of food-safe mineral oil when it begins to appear dry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sekiryu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45941296562278,"sku":"TO-KN-SEK-PET-120-VG10","price":175.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/7568\/8550\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_252b5b62-a6e2-44aa-913b-335e573c7d8c.jpg?v=1784086324"},{"product_id":"sekiryu-vg10-damascus-santoku-165mm","title":"Sekiryu VG10 Hammered Damascus Santoku 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA versatile 165 mm santoku from Sekiryu’s hammered VG10 Damascus series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact, all-purpose blade is well suited to vegetables, herbs, fish, and boneless meats. Its VG10 stainless-steel construction offers good edge retention while remaining relatively easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hammered Damascus finish gives the blade a distinctive appearance, while the walnut handle provides a comfortable grip and warm, traditional look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker \/ Brand: Sekiryu\u003cbr\u003e Knife type: Santoku\u003cbr\u003e Blade length: 165 mm\u003cbr\u003e Steel: Three-layer hammered Damascus VG10 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e Handle: Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetables and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoneless meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral everyday preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse push cuts, slicing motions, or gentle straight chopping. Do not use the knife as a cleaver or cut through bones, frozen food, hard pits, or other extremely hard materials. Avoid prying and twisting cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and warm water immediately after use. Dry the blade and handle completely before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not place the knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking. Use a wood, rubber, or soft-plastic cutting board and avoid glass, stone, or ceramic cutting surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the walnut handle dry and apply a small amount of food-safe mineral oil when it begins to appear dry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sekiryu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45941328838758,"sku":"TO-KN-SEK-SAN-165-VG10","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/7568\/8550\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_bec96cc3-f7bf-4594-b430-f2b6372073bb.jpg?v=1784086682"},{"product_id":"t-s-artisans-永-all-stainless-santoku-165mm","title":"T.S. Artisans 永 All-Stainless Santoku – 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring Japanese versatility and low-maintenance construction to everyday meal preparation with the T.S. 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Wash with mild detergent after use, rinse thoroughly and dry immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only on a suitable wood, rubber or soft-plastic cutting board. Do not use it on glass, ceramic, stone or metal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use the knife for bones, frozen food, hard shells or prying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife has a specialized fine saw-style edge rather than a conventional smooth edge. Sharpening it like a standard double-bevel knife may remove or alter the micro-serrations. Professional assessment is recommended before sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"T.S. 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