Paris Knife Show: SICAC September 2024

Presentation of Japanese kitchen knives and various tools.

On Friday, September 13th and Saturday, September 14th, I had the opportunity to present a selection of Japanese knives and utensils at the Espace Charenton.

The SICAC selects the best knife designers and brands from around the world. For me, it was an opportunity to present the specific features of Japanese blades: laminated steel, Hagane / Jigane, single bevel, Ura, Shinogi. I was able to explain the characteristics of the different Japanese knives to an audience of enthusiasts: Ai-Deba, Deba, Usuba, Nakiri, Yanagiba.

I was also able to present various tools such as small Nigiri (thread clippers), Japanese pruning shears, Okubo (scissors) for Ikebana, and Nata (hatchets).

At the show, I met fans of straight razor shaving and was thus able to introduce them to the high quality of Kamisori: Japanese razors. These Kamisori are particularly easy to sharpen with their single bevel and carbon steel.

This show was a success, and it is always a pleasure to be able to share Japanese culture with those curious about Japan.