Melbourne based Japanese knife professional: Kazuki Hanzawa

While Japanese knives have long been revered by professionals, their appeal has reached the hands of passionate home cooks in recent years.

Source: Kazuki Hanzawa

Kazuki Hanzawa, a Melbourne-based knife specialist, says that to him, Wabocho (Japanese knives) are synonymous with Japanese culture itself.

In this interview, he shares why these knives are so beloved both in and outside of Japan, and the memorable moments with local professionals and home chefs these knives have brought to his life over the years.

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Melbourne based Japanese knife professional: Kazuki Hanzawa

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