Hikari 7-Piece Ash Knife Block
The ideal upgrade for any high-end kitchen, the Cuisine::pro® Damashiro EMPEROR® Hikari Ash 7-Piece knife block features a full range of premium Japanese steel knives, each artfully arranged on a tempered glass display fitted with elegant ash wood magnets to securely hold your knives.
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Full description
- Set Includes: 8" Chef’s knife, 8" Carving knife, 6.5" Cleaver, 5.5” Santoku, 4.5" Utility knife, 3.5" Paring knife, artfully arranged on a tempered glass display fitted with ash wood magnets.
- Premium Japanese Steel: Fully forged, Japanese Stainless Steel 420J2.
- Elegant Design: Traditional Damascus-inspired blade with a hammered tsuchime finish.
- Precision Tapering: Double-bevel blade is tapered to a 15-20 degree angle and undergoes a premium Japanese leather sharpening process.
- Engineered for Performance: Ice-hardened and tempered to 53HRC on the Rockwell Hardness scale.
- Balanced Construction: Hidden tang construction.
- Handle Design: Elegant, dark walnut pakkawood handle finished with a stainless steel end cap.
- Built to Last: Backed by the Cuisine::pro® LIFETIME GUARANTEE.
Care & cleaning
- Hand-wash with mild soap and warm water.
- Rinse and dry immediately.
- Do not place in dishwasher.
- Maintain sharp edge with regular use of a honing or sharpening steel.
- Sharpen blades, as needed, with a sharpener or by a professional. With regular honing and proper care, knives should not require sharpening more than once per year.
- Avoiding cutting on hard surfaces such a stone, metal and glass.
THE BUILD
Fully forged Japanese steel.
Two numbers decide how a blade cuts and how long it lasts. Here they are.
Damashiro EMPEROR®
Longer Lasting
THE STEEL
53HRC
Ice-hardened and tempered to 53 HRC on the Rockwell scale.
Tsuchime hammered, Damascus-inspired blade
Japanese Stainless Steel 420J2
THE EDGE
15–20°
Double-bevel blade, tapered to 15–20° and finished with a Japanese leather sharpening process.
Dark walnut pakkawood handle
Hidden tang, finished with a stainless steel end cap
THE BLADE, ANNOTATED
Sharpened twice, to 15–20°.
The blade is a double bevel: both faces taper to the cutting edge, sharpened twice to a 15–20° angle. Ice-hardening to 53HRC locks it in, so the edge you unbox is the edge that stays.
What's inside
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Paring Knife 3.5in
Short blade for peeling, trimming and detail work.
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Utility Knife 4.5in
Mid-length blade for fruit, cheese and smaller cuts.
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Santoku 5.5in
Mid-size santoku for everyday vegetable and protein prep.
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Carving Knife 8in
Long, narrow blade for slicing roasts and poultry.
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Cleaver 6.5in
Heavy blade for portioning poultry and larger cuts of meat.
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Chef's Knife 8in
Full-size blade for chopping, slicing and dicing.
Prefer to build your own? Every piece is also sold on its own
GUARANTEED FOR LIFE
Everything we make is guaranteed for life
Get in touch
Email or live-chat our client care team.
We take a look
Client care assesses it and confirms the remedy with you.
We replace it
If the craftsmanship fails, we replace it.
Frequently Asked Questions
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery if the item is unused, in its original packaging, and accompanied by proof of purchase. Please note that personalized or clearance items cannot be returned. For return requests, simply email our Customer Service Team at info@thecustomchef.ca to obtain a Return Authorization Number (RA).
If your order arrives incomplete, damaged, or defective, please contact info@thecustomchef.ca with your order number and a brief description (photos help, too). If the product is confirmed faulty, we will cover the return shipping and send you a replacement or refund—whichever is most suitable.
Orders are dispatched within 1–3 business days and usually delivered within 5–7 business days after payment is received. Deliveries are made via Purolator to Canadian addresses and P.O. boxes. You will receive a tracking number once your order ships. Please note that delivery times may vary depending on your location and stock availability.
Currently, we only ship within Canada.
All products from THE CUSTOM CHEF are backed by the Cuisine::pro® LIFETIME GUARANTEE, provided by Global Retail Brands Canada Limited. This covers defects in materials and workmanship for 25 years under normal domestic use and proper care. It does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse, or improper cleaning. To make a claim, please contact info@thecustomchef.com, and our Customer Service Team will guide you through the process.
Hand-wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers and cutting on hard surfaces like stone or glass. Regular honing keeps your blade sharp—professional sharpening may be needed only once a year with proper care.
- ADariane d.Verified Reviewer11/1/26Rated 5 out of 5 starsAmazing
I had to buy a protective glove to make sure I do not cut myself. They’re perfect
- VDVero D.Verified Reviewer10/25/26Rated 5 out of 5 starsAchat couteau activer la garantie
ion de la garantie. TACITCA
- CFcharles f.2/4/25Rated 5 out of 5 starsOn the top !
Love the kit !
- MRMarc-Antoine R.6/28/24Rated 5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely love the knives and
Absolutely love the knives and the display looks great.