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Kitchen Shears
Daidokoro-basami (台所鋏)
Description
Japanese kitchen shears are heavy-duty cutting tools built to replace the knife for quick tasks. Forged with thick stainless steel, many models can be taken apart (split-blade design) for hygienic cleaning. They often feature micro-serrated blade edges that grip food items like slippery raw meat.
Best For
✓ Cutting chicken bones
✓ Chopping herbs directly
✓ Opening vacuum bags
✓ Cracking nuts/shells
Blade Characteristics
- Split-blade design allows blades to separate for easy washing.
- Micro-serrated edges prevent slippery foods from sliding.
- Built-in nutcracker and jar-opener between handles.
- Thick, solid steel tangs going deep into the handles.
Famous Regions
This cutlery type is famously forged and crafted in: