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Kitchen Knives 包丁

Japan has the fullest range of Japanese kitchen knives from KAI Seki Magoroku, GLOBAL, Tojiro, Misono, Sakai Takayuki and others. Knives aren't electrical, so voltage and plugs don't matter, but they can't go in your carry-on: pack them in checked baggage. Choose by blade shape, blade length, steel and how much care you're willing to give.

16 models from JP¥1,310
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Before you buy a Kitchen Knives

  • Pick the blade type first: a santoku (三徳包丁) handles vegetables and meat, so choose it if you're only buying one knife; if you're used to a Western kitchen, choose a gyuto; add a petty knife (ペティナイフ) for fruit and small ingredients. More ›
  • Check the blade length in the model name or on the box: santoku blades are usually 165–180mm and gyuto 180–210mm. Longer blades suit large ingredients but take more space. More ›
  • For low effort, choose a one-piece stainless knife the maker lists as dishwasher-safe. Damascus and clad-steel knives need more care: dry them after use and don't leave them soaking. More ›
  • Knives can't be carried onto the plane, only checked; make sure your trip includes a checked baggage allowance before you buy. More ›
  • From November 1, 2026, Japan's tax-free system changes to paying tax first and getting a refund after confirmation at departure; you must spend at least 5,000 yen (excluding tax) at the same store on the same day. More ›

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16 modelsJapan reference prices incl. tax, updated 2026-10-26 · How we rank ›

✅KAI Seki Magoroku Damascus Santoku 165mm AE5200

貝印 関孫六 ダマスカス 三徳 165mm AE5200
KAI ★ 4.93 JP¥8,897

Tax-free JP¥8,088 (est. from online price)

Why it ranks here

Has a Japan price → Rating 4.93/5 (Kakaku.com, 15 reviews) → lowest online price JP¥8,897

✅Sakai Takayuki (Aoki Hamono) Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Santoku 180mm 07392

堺孝行 33層槌目ダマスカス 三徳 180mm 07392
Sakai Takayuki (Aoki Hamono) JP¥17,030

Tax-free JP¥15,482 (est. from online price)

Why it ranks here

Has a Japan price → No third-party rating → lowest online price JP¥17,030

✅Sakai Takayuki (Aoki Hamono) Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer Hammered Damascus Kiritsuke Gyuto 190mm 07400

堺孝行 33層槌目ダマスカス 剣型牛刀 190mm 07400
Sakai Takayuki (Aoki Hamono) JP¥19,600

Tax-free JP¥17,818 (est. from online price)

Why it ranks here

Has a Japan price → No third-party rating → lowest online price JP¥19,600

Bringing these kitchen knives home: by destination

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Taking it home

  • Kitchen knives and petty knives can't be carried onto the plane, only checked; if security finds one you'll have to give it up or go back to the counter to check it
  • Before checking, wrap the blade in a sheath or the original box and pack it between clothes so it doesn't cut through your bag or injure anyone inspecting it
  • Tax-free purchases made from November 1, 2026 must be confirmed at the airport tax-free kiosk before you check your bags, because you can't get them back out after check-in
  • Some countries and regions restrict bringing in knives (for example by blade length or type), so check your destination's customs rules and your airline's policy before you travel
  • If knives plus your other purchases abroad exceed your destination's duty-free allowance, declare them at customs

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Updated 2026-10-26Prices are for reference only; check in store.Data sources & methods