What is a usuba knife? A usuba knife is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife that is widely used in Japanese cuisine, particularly for precision vegetable cutting and slicing.

The knife is characterized by its thin, rectangular blade and a straight edge. The tall, thin blade can be used to chop, slice, peel, mince, and even make decorative cuts. Indeed, the word “usuba” translates to “thin blade” in Japanese.

A gyuto knife is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife that is similar in shape and functionality to a Western chef’s knife.

The word “gyuto” translates to “cow sword” in Japanese, reflecting its origin as a knife designed for cutting meat. However, it has become a popular all-purpose knife suitable for various kitchen tasks.