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What did I do? I was an Instagram click bait sucker, BUT….these knives are awesome! I’ve only used them for two weeks but they are incredible! They cut effortlessly, are weighted perfectly, and are... See more
This company is a scam. Do not purchase from them. First and foremost the knives are not worth the cost by any means. They are cheap material, both the handles and the blades. Second when I wrote them... See more
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Pure scam. Made in China and not damascus folded steel but embossed printed paint to simulate damascus. I'm a decades old knife collector so I know the difference! Do not buy from them!
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Nakano Knives (中野) is a high-quality Japanese kitchen knife brand. Most of our knives are forged in the city of Seki Japan which has a long tradition of Japanese knife making. First founded in 1918 through a long history of Japanese Katana (sword) making, our blacksmith brings generations of sword-smith experience into blending and crafting extremely sharp and durable kitchen knives.
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150 Sakuragaoka-cho, 8512, Tokyo, Japan
- support@nakano-knives.com
- nakano-knives.com
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Fantastic knife and service!
Such a great service so far. I'm very satisfied with the balance of the knives and the handles have a comfortable grip. My order also arrived quickly and just as advertised. I have yet to try the stone I ordered but I'm pleased with it's size.
July 20, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Alonso. We sincerely appreciate it! We hope that you enjoy your stone as well!
I appreciate the fast and helpful…
I appreciate the fast and helpful customer service!
July 20, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Anna. We sincerely appreciate it!
Get one!!
Beautiful products that arrived within a few days. Great brand!!!
July 20, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Emanuele. We sincerely appreciate it!
LOVE this knife!
LOVE this knife!! Works so so well and it also looks amazing. Would definitely recommend
July 20, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Emily. We sincerely appreciate it!
Best knives ever
By far, best knives ever. Gave some to my brothers as gifts and they agree!
July 20, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Hannah. We sincerely appreciate it!
Love this company…
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Alessandro. We sincerely appreciate it!
Beautiful Olive wood handle
Their Mito knife set looks sleek and is extremely sharp. The olive wood handles are beautiful.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Niklas. We sincerely appreciate it!
These are the best knives
These are the best knives. My husband has sabatoged them and uses them at the outside grill!!!
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Shannon. We sincerely appreciate it! We are also glad to hear that your husband is enjoying the knives!
Excellent Knife ! What a great Price !
Wonderful Knife. The Quality is awsome and every cut feels like the First. I am so happy to have Nakano in my kitchen, a must have for hobby chefs. Also the Customer support of the company is great. Love the way they treat their customer.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Simon. We sincerely appreciate it!
Got 2 sets
I got a set for my sister and a cousin who's training to be a Chef. They're very impressed with it and love it.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Tobias. We sincerely appreciate it!
Purchased two of their products
We have been looking online and decided to try your cookware. I liked the design and felt could be perfect for every type of dishes I usually do. Also since everything went well with the product and the service we decided to try your knives too, so we bought them on your website.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Francesca. We sincerely appreciate it! Thank you for your trust in our products. :)
First Nakano Purchase
I recently started cooking and wanted to congratulate myself with a quality Japanese knife and came across Nakano’s.
Seamless purchase experience and I love the knife so much, can’t wait for my next.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Yusuf. We sincerely appreciate it!
Great knife
I loved this great knife so much I bought it for my son as well!!
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Willem. We sincerely appreciate it!
Great!
A wide range of really high quality products that won't break the bank
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Neeraj. We sincerely appreciate it!
Very useful and friendly for the user.
July 19, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Felipe. We sincerely appreciate it!
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Kevin. We sincerely appreciate it!
Highly recommend their knives!
My order was dispatch immediately, I had no problem with inquiries on tracking and deilivery. I'm enjoying my knives!
July 18, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, John. We sincerely appreciate it!
I Love Nakano knives
The knives are awesome!! They look absolutely amazing and have a nice balance/weight to them.
July 18, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Francisco. We sincerely appreciate it!
Simple and easy
Purchasing online was a hassle-free experience and a plus with the discount code.
July 18, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Francesco. We sincerely appreciate it!
high quality!
A wide range of really high quality products that won't break the bank.
July 18, 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback, Larissa. We sincerely appreciate it!
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