Best Asian Knives of 2026

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Last Updated - 28/10/2026

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1

Wüsthof

Wüsthof Classic Ikon Asian Utility Knife 12 cm | 4.5-inch

9.6

Exceptional

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2

Wüsthof

WÜSTHOF Classic Asian Utility Knife 12 cm | 4.5-inch, Black

9.3

Excellent

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3

Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 12-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle

9.2

Excellent

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Value for Money

4

SHAN ZU

SHAN ZU Chef Knife 20cm, JapaneseKitchen Knife of 10Cr15Mov Stainless Steel | 5 Layers Steel Blade, Ultra Sharp with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle - OKINAWA Series

31% Off

9.0

Excellent

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Why we love it

Exceptional edge retention

Comfortable ergonomic handle

Resistant to rust and corrosion
5

HOSHANHO

HOSHANHO 7" Santoku Knife, Japanese High Carbon Powder Steel Kitchen Knife | Ultra Sharp Chefs Knife for Meat/Vegetables, Kitchen Santoku Knives with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle, Ideal for Slicing

19% Off

8.8

Very Good

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6

HOSHANHO

HOSHANHO Santoku Knife 7 Inch, Japanese Hand Forged Chef Knife for Kitchen | 10Cr15MoV High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knife , Ultra Sharp Cooking Knife for Meat, Vegetables, Octagonal Rosewood Handle

8.6

Very Good

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7

Matsato

Matsato Osuren Chef Knife - Japanese Steel Sharp Kitchen Knife 6.3in Blade | Professional, High-Class Kitchen Knives. Non-Slip Design with Ergonomic Handle, Gift Box

8.5

Good

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8

Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 10-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle, Wooden

8.4

Good

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9.9
Comfort

9.5
worth the money

8.9
Simple to use
9

HOSHANHO

HOSHANHO Cleaver Knife 7 Inch, Ultra Sharp Vegetable Meat Chopper Knife | Japanese High Carbon Steel Chopper Butcher Knife, Multifunction Cooking Knife for Home Kitchen and Restaurant

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8.3

Good

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Why we love it

Ultra sharp blade for easy cutting

Comfortable ergonomic handle

Versatile for various kitchen tasks
10

Mercer Culinary

Mercer Culinary Chinese Chef's Knife M21020 Stainless Steel, Black (Rubberized Handle), 8-Inch Chef's Knife

8.2

Good

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9.7
Easy to grip

9.5
lasts a long time

9.3
Comfort

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Why we love it

The knife is made from high quality German steel.

The knife has a unique and stylish design.

The knife is made by skilled craftsmen.

Best Asian Knives of 2026

1

Wüsthof Classic Ikon Asian Utility Knife 12 cm | 4.5-inch

2

WÜSTHOF Classic Asian Utility Knife 12 cm | 4.5-inch, Black

3

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 12-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle

4

SHAN ZU Chef Knife 20cm, JapaneseKitchen Knife of 10Cr15Mov Stainless Steel | 5 Layers Steel Blade, Ultra Sharp with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle - OKINAWA Series

Why we love it

5

HOSHANHO 7" Santoku Knife, Japanese High Carbon Powder Steel Kitchen Knife | Ultra Sharp Chefs Knife for Meat/Vegetables, Kitchen Santoku Knives with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle, Ideal for Slicing

6

HOSHANHO Santoku Knife 7 Inch, Japanese Hand Forged Chef Knife for Kitchen | 10Cr15MoV High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knife , Ultra Sharp Cooking Knife for Meat, Vegetables, Octagonal Rosewood Handle

7

Matsato Osuren Chef Knife - Japanese Steel Sharp Kitchen Knife 6.3in Blade | Professional, High-Class Kitchen Knives. Non-Slip Design with Ergonomic Handle, Gift Box

8

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 10-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle, Wooden

9.9

9.5

8.9

9

HOSHANHO Cleaver Knife 7 Inch, Ultra Sharp Vegetable Meat Chopper Knife | Japanese High Carbon Steel Chopper Butcher Knife, Multifunction Cooking Knife for Home Kitchen and Restaurant

Why we love it

10

Mercer Culinary Chinese Chef's Knife M21020 Stainless Steel, Black (Rubberized Handle), 8-Inch Chef's Knife

9.7

9.5

9.3

Why we love it

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Best Asian Knives of 2026

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2

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3

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 12-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle

4

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Why we love it

5

HOSHANHO 7" Santoku Knife, Japanese High Carbon Powder Steel Kitchen Knife | Ultra Sharp Chefs Knife for Meat/Vegetables, Kitchen Santoku Knives with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle, Ideal for Slicing

6

HOSHANHO Santoku Knife 7 Inch, Japanese Hand Forged Chef Knife for Kitchen | 10Cr15MoV High Carbon Steel Kitchen Knife , Ultra Sharp Cooking Knife for Meat, Vegetables, Octagonal Rosewood Handle

7

Matsato Osuren Chef Knife - Japanese Steel Sharp Kitchen Knife 6.3in Blade | Professional, High-Class Kitchen Knives. Non-Slip Design with Ergonomic Handle, Gift Box

8

Mercer Culinary Asian Collection Knives 10-inch Yanagi Sashimi Knife NSF Handle, Wooden

9.9

9.5

8.9

9

HOSHANHO Cleaver Knife 7 Inch, Ultra Sharp Vegetable Meat Chopper Knife | Japanese High Carbon Steel Chopper Butcher Knife, Multifunction Cooking Knife for Home Kitchen and Restaurant

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10

Mercer Culinary Chinese Chef's Knife M21020 Stainless Steel, Black (Rubberized Handle), 8-Inch Chef's Knife

9.7

9.5

9.3

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