We consulted with Chef Goku, owner and operator of The Chef Dojo, and Michael Behn, owner of Moshi Moshi Knife Sharpening, to help us determine the best Japanese knife brands for your kitchen ...

This three-steel-knife set includes a santoku, a nakiri, and a gyuto all forged in Seki, Japan, using Damascus steel. They are gorgeous, each with a unique pattern across the blade.

Get the Seido Japanese Master Chef's 8-Piece Knife Set with Gift Box while it's on sale for only $109.97, a 74% discount off the regular $429 retail price.

If you've got a reliable Western-style blade and you're considering adding a Japanese knife, there are options for quality blades for around $100 like the Shun Premier 6.5-inch -- but most go for ...

Get the Seido Japanese Master Chef's 8-Piece Knife Set with Gift Box while it's on sale for only $109.97, a 74% discount off the regular $429 retail price.