{"title":"Chef's knives","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMISAKI chef's knives: precision, passion and Japanese cutting craft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this category you will find high-quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/chef-knives\"\u003echef's knives\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as cook's knives, developed for precise and powerful work in the kitchen. A chef's knife is the central tool for vegetables, meat, fish and herbs. Its broad blade, balanced shape and fine edge make it suitable for fast chopping, controlled slicing and clean cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good chef's knife should feel secure in the hand, remain stable in demanding tasks and still allow fine, accurate work. MISAKI chef's knives combine carefully selected steels, balanced blade geometry and refined handles so that the knife supports fluid movement instead of forcing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many kitchens, the chef's knife is the first essential blade. In \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/2-piece-knife-sets\"\u003ecombination with a utility knife\u003c\/a\u003e, it covers most daily cutting tasks. If you cook regularly and want more flexibility, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/5-piece-knife-sets\"\u003e5-piece knife sets\u003c\/a\u003e add further specialist blades for bread, fine prep work and Japanese cutting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo preserve sharpness and protect the edge, we recommend cutting on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/cutting-boards\"\u003ewooden cutting boards\u003c\/a\u003e and caring for the blade with suitable tools for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/knife-sharpening\"\u003eedge maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/knife-blocks\"\u003eknife block or magnetic strip\u003c\/a\u003e keeps your chef's knife safely stored and ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you cook every day or prepare ambitious menus, a MISAKI chef's knife gives you a reliable foundation for precise, enjoyable work in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the line that best suits the way you cook. Hikari feels light, agile and balanced for everyday preparation. Akane has a stronger presence and is made for cooks who enjoy decisive, powerful cuts. Both lines focus on long-lasting sharpness, reliable control and the calm beauty of natural wood handles. This makes the chef's knife not only a practical tool, but the centrepiece of a thoughtful knife selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare for your chef's knife properly so precision and sharpness are preserved\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean your chef's knife directly after each use under warm water and dry it completely. A high-quality knife should never go in the dishwasher, as heat, detergent and impact can damage both the edge and the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use cutting surfaces made from wood or plastic to protect the fine cutting edge. An occasionally oiled wooden handle stays smooth for longer and keeps its natural structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor edge maintenance, a diamond sharpening rod is ideal for quick daily touch-ups. For full basic sharpening, use whetstones and finish the edge with a leather strop for a particularly fine result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the knife protected, for example in a knife block, on a magnetic strip or in a knife bag, so the edge does not come into contact with hard objects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chefmesser-hikari","title":"Chef's knife (cook's knife)","description":"\u003cp\u003e Whether it's finely chopping herbs, carving a roast, or precisely filleting fish – the HIKARI chef's knife will guide you through every cutting task with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Finely balanced, pleasantly lightweight, and crafted from 67 layers of Damascus steel, it sits securely in the hand. The ergonomic amber-colored sycamore handle lends both elegance and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Each knife is unique – with individual damask grain and a natural wood handle, which can be engraved upon request to create a truly personal work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMISAKI – where quality meets art.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41042731761847,"sku":"11001","price":219.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0585\/2343\/files\/misaki-damast-chef-210mm-01.jpg?v=1760531621"},{"product_id":"chefmesser-akane","title":"Chef's knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen uncompromising sharpness meets powerful stability, the AKANE chef's knife is created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Its powdered steel core is embedded in 73 layers of Damascus steel and balanced by a dark rosewood handle. This allows it to master demanding cuts as confidently as precise fillets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Each knife is unique – with individual damask grain and a natural wood handle, which can be engraved upon request to create a truly personal work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMISAKI – where quality meets art.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Misaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41930380181687,"sku":"12001","price":319.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0585\/2343\/files\/2.jpg?v=1763300730"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/0585\/2343\/collections\/Chef-2-5240845.jpg?v=1760530439","url":"https:\/\/misaki-knives.ch\/en\/collections\/chef-knives.oembed","provider":"Misaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}