Miyabi Koh 3.5-inch (90mm) Paring Knife

The Scalpel of the Kitchen: Miyabi Koh 3.5" Paring Knife

Precision Hand-Honed in Seki, Japan—Where Centuries of Samurai Tradition Meet Modern German Engineering for Unrivaled Vegetable Artistry.

Elevate your mise-en-place with the Miyabi Koh 3.5-inch Paring Knife, a tool designed for the chef who demands surgical precision. Known in Japan as a 'Kudamono,' this paring knife is the essential instrument for intricate tasks—from peeling delicate stone fruits to de-veining shrimp and creating elaborate garnishes. While many paring knives feel like an afterthought, the Miyabi Koh is built with the same uncompromising standards as a full-sized Gyuto.

At the heart of this blade is FC61 fine carbide stainless steel. This revolutionary alloy solves the age-old cutlery dilemma: it offers the incredible edge retention and 'bite' of Japanese high-carbon steel, yet possesses the chip-resistant toughness typically associated with German blades. With a Rockwell hardness of 61, this knife maintains a 'scalpel-like' edge through hours of repetitive prep work. Each blade undergoes the FRIODURx2 ice-hardening process, a sophisticated cryogenic treatment that enhances the molecular structure of the steel for superior corrosion resistance and durability.

Hand-finished by master artisans in Seki, the blade features a 3-step Honbazuke edge, sharpened to a breathtaking 9.5 to 12-degree angle. This ultra-thin Japanese profile ensures that you aren't just pushing through fiber; you are severing it with minimal resistance. The aesthetic is completed by a mirror-polished finish, a sandblasted katana edge, and a sophisticated silver mosaic pin—a nod to the ancient sword-making heritage of its birthplace.