Miyabi Kaizen 7-pc Knife Block Set

• Set includes 3.5" vegetable knife, 6" utility knife, 8" chef's knife, 9.5" bread knife, 9" sharpening steel, kitchen shears, and bamboo block
• VG10 super steel
• Authentic thin Japanese blade profile
• Hand-honed using the three-step Honbazuke process to a 9.5 to 12 degree edge
• CRYODUR blade, ice-hardened to Rockwell 60
• 65-layer flower Damascus design with katana edge
• Traditional Japanese D-shaped black linen Micarta handle
• Handcrafted in Sei, Japan

Miyabi Kaizen 7-Piece Knife Block Set

Upgrade your kitchen with the Miyabi Kaizen 7-Piece Knife Block Set, a beautifully crafted collection designed to deliver precision, durability, and timeless Japanese style. Built for both passionate home cooks and professional chefs, this set provides the essential knives and tools needed for everyday food preparation. Each blade combines traditional craftsmanship with advanced steel technology, resulting in exceptional sharpness and long-lasting performance.

Stored in a sleek bamboo knife block, the set keeps your tools organized while adding a sophisticated touch to your countertop.

Complete 7-Piece Kitchen Knife Set 🔪✨

This versatile set includes the essential tools for efficient meal prep:

• 🔪 3.5" Straight Paring Knife – Perfect for peeling, trimming, and detailed prep work

• 🍅 6" Utility Knife – Ideal for slicing fruits, vegetables, and sandwiches

• 🔪 8" Chef’s Knife – The ultimate all-purpose knife for chopping, slicing, and dicing

• 🍞 9.5" Bread Knife – Serrated blade for clean slicing through crusty bread

• 🪓 9" Honing Steel – Helps maintain razor-sharp edges

• ✂️ Kitchen Shears – Multi-purpose scissors for kitchen prep tasks

• 🧱 10-Slot Bamboo Knife Block – Stylish storage and protection for your knives

VG10 Damascus Steel Blade Construction

Each knife features a VG10 super steel core, renowned for its sharpness and edge retention. The blade is surrounded by 64 layers of Damascus steel, creating both exceptional durability and a stunning wave-like pattern.

The blades undergo a specialized ice-hardening process, resulting in a hardness of approximately 60 Rockwell, which enhances strength, corrosion resistance, and long-lasting cutting performance.

Ergonomic D-Shaped Micarta Handles

The traditional D-shaped Micarta handles are designed for comfort, balance, and control. Accented with red spacers, a decorative mosaic pin, and a polished end cap featuring the Miyabi logo, these handles provide both beauty and ergonomic functionality.

Key Features

• 🔪 7-piece premium knife set for versatile kitchen prep

• 🧬 VG10 steel core for superior sharpness and durability

• 🌊 64-layer Damascus blade pattern for strength and elegance

• ❄️ Ice-hardened blades (~60 Rockwell) for long-lasting edge retention

• 🤲 D-shaped Micarta handles with mosaic pin and red accents

• Japanese-inspired craftsmanship for precision cutting

• 🧱 10-slot bamboo knife block for safe storage and display

Item number: 34180-000

About the Miyabi Kaizen Series

The Miyabi Kaizen collection represents the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The word “Kaizen” means “continuous improvement” in Japanese, reflecting Miyabi’s dedication to refining knife craftsmanship.

Each knife features a VG10 cutting core surrounded by 64 layers of Damascus steel, producing blades that are both visually stunning and exceptionally sharp. Ice-hardening technology enhances durability, while ergonomic Micarta handles ensure comfort and control. The result is a knife series prized by chefs for its precision, balance, and reliable cutting performance.

About ZWILLING J.A. Henckels

Founded in 1731, ZWILLING J.A. Henckels has built a global reputation for producing premium kitchen tools trusted by chefs and home cooks alike. With nearly three centuries of expertise, the brand continues to set the standard for quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.

From precision cutlery to cookware and kitchen accessories, ZWILLING products are designed to deliver reliable performance and lasting durability in kitchens around the world. 🌍🍳

Care of Knives

A good knife is an investment. With proper care, it will last a lifetime.

All Zwilling J.A. Henckels and the Miyabi Red Marimoto Edition knife are dishwasher safe. However, we do not recommend putting knives in the dishwasher. Banging against other cutlery or pots and pans could chip the edge. High heat and detergent can discolor and damage the handle. Instead, wipe the knife clean in your sink with a wet cloth of soft sponge with dish soap. Dry immediately.  Other Miyabi and all Kramer by Zwilling knives need to be hand washed (see instructions below)

No metal is completely "stainless." Do not allow acidic foods (lemon, mustard, tomato, etc) to remain on the blade after use. This may cause tarnishing. Should the blade show signs of staining, use a non abrasive metal polish for cleaning.  Carbon steel knives develop a patina over time, causing the steel will turn dark gray or black. To minimize discoloring, immediately after cutting highly acidic food, rinse, wipe the blade, and then return to cutting. Always rinse and dry carbon steel blades immediately after use. 

Removing Rust Spot - If rust spots form on a carbon steel blade, they can be easily removed with an abrasive bench stone also called a "Rust Eraser" following these steps

1. Wet Rust with water 2. Rub spot with light pressure in one direction parallel to the blade's pattern. 3. Wipe the blade clean and dry with a paper towel.

Do not use tough bone with knives (except meat cleavers). Do not use knives for poking, prying, separating, or cutting semi-frozen or frozen foods. Do not use knives as screwdrivers or can openers. This is not their designated purpose and may result in bending or breaking the blade or edge of the knife.  Zwilling J.A. Henckels warranty does not cover misuse. 

Proper Knife Storage

Knives have to be stored in a safe place to protect the cutting edge and guarding against injuries. There are some options for storing your knives. Magnetic knife bars are convenient and safe for chefs who want to be able to view their blades and easily access then. They attach to the wall and firmly hold knives in place.  A wooden knife block is the best way to store knives on the counter. The size of the block varies with the number of knives to be store. Most Zwilling J.A. Henckels blocks also have a slot for a honing steel and kitchen shears. 

Cutting Surfaces

Cutting Surfaces should be smooth, easy to clean and "give" on contact with knife cuts. Zwilling J.A. Henckles recommends: wooden or bamboo cutting boards and quality polyethylene boards. Avoid surfaces that can dull or damage the knife such as china, marble, granite, tile, Formica, porcelain, stainless counter tops and glass. Remember, all cutting boards and surfaces should be cleaned thoroughly immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria growth.