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This refers to the type of knives that developed in Japan, such as the traditional Japanese knives, compared to the knives that mainly originated from the West and their related knives, represented by the butcher knife that entered Japan during the Meiji era. They are double-edged and often have a design where the handle is fixed with rivets. While traditional Japanese knives have specialized functions depending on their use, Western knives are characterized by having versatile blades that can handle various ingredients. Examples of Western knives include santoku knives, butcher knives, and petty knives.

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Japanese Knife vs. Western Knife: Features and Differences | KIREAJI