Welcome to The Past Knife
At The Past Knife, we celebrate the art of Japanese blade-making by offering vintage chef knives that are both functional and storied.
Each knife is hand-forged in Japan and meticulously reconditioned in Chiang Mai, ensuring you receive a tool that marries tradition with modern precision.
Each knife is hand-forged in Japan and meticulously reconditioned in Chiang Mai, ensuring you receive a tool that marries tradition with modern precision.
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Chefs Around The World
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A KNIFE WITH A STORY
Explore our diverse selection of over 40 unique knives, ranging from delicate vegetable slicers to versatile Santoku blades. Each piece is presented in a handcrafted scorched pine box, cushioned with dried leaves for protection, and accompanied by a traditional Japanese coin—a symbol of friendship and good fortune.
To pre-order and ensure timely delivery before the holiday season, get in touch with us today.
To pre-order and ensure timely delivery before the holiday season, get in touch with us today.
THE PAST KNIFE

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The Best Japanese Knife Accessories: Whetstones, Cutting Boards, and Storage
A high-quality Japanese knife deserves the right accessories. To keep your blade razor-sharp and performing at its best, choosing the proper sharpening tools, cutting surfaces, and storage solutions is essential. In this guide, we’ll cover the best Japanese knife accessories that will protect, maintain, and enhance your blade’s longevity. 1. Whetstones: The Best Way to…

Why Choose The Past Knife?
Heritage & Craftsmanship: Our knives embody the legacy of Japanese artisans, offering tools that are both beautiful and enduring.
Sustainability: We promote eco-friendly practices by restoring vintage blades and offering free lifetime re-edging, encouraging a culture of reuse over disposability.
Unique Gifting: Each knife comes elegantly packaged, making it an exceptional gift that reflects tradition, quality, and personal connection.
Sustainability: We promote eco-friendly practices by restoring vintage blades and offering free lifetime re-edging, encouraging a culture of reuse over disposability.
Unique Gifting: Each knife comes elegantly packaged, making it an exceptional gift that reflects tradition, quality, and personal connection.