Kai Ceramic Sharpening & Honing Rod
Gift Wrapping Service
What's included: a rigid gift box in plum-blossom pink with a washi-patterned band, tissue wrap to protect your pieces, and a gift invoice that lists the items without prices and carries your gift message. The gift box ships inside a plain outer carton. $4.90 per box.
How many boxes do you need?
| Items | Per box |
|---|---|
| Chopstick rests, sauce dishes, cups, small bowls (up to 12 cm) | up to 6 |
| Rice bowls, mugs, plates up to 20 cm, flasks | up to 4 |
| Plates 23–28 cm, ramen bowls, saucepans up to 18 cm | up to 2 |
| Donabe, wok, frypan, kettle, teapot, knife | 1 each |
| Sets (bowl sets, pair sets, gift sets) | 1 per set |
Not sure? Add one box and leave your gift message in the order note at checkout — we'll adjust the count before dispatch. Rice cookers and konro grills can't be wrapped.
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Kai Ceramic Sharpening & Honing Rod
The Kai Ceramic Sharpening Rod keeps the edge of your cutlery collection in peak condition. This versatile, easy-to-use tool is ideal for regular honing of kitchen knives and can also restore the edge on tired kitchen scissors. Made in Japan, it's an essential maintenance tool for any kitchen.
What's Included
- 1 x Kai Ceramic Sharpening & Honing Rod
Key Features
- Versatile Sharpening: The fine ceramic surface is ideal for sharpening and honing both kitchen knives and scissors, making it a multi-purpose maintenance tool.
- High-Quality Ceramic: Provides gentle yet effective sharpening, realigning the blade's edge for a smooth, sharp cut without excessive wear.
- Ergonomic Handle: The polypropylene handle offers a comfortable and secure grip for safe and controlled sharpening.
- Easy to Use: A simple and traditional way to maintain your blades, suitable for both beginners and experienced chefs.
How to Use
- Hold the sharpening rod firmly in one hand and your knife in the other.
- Place the rod against the edge of the knife at an approximate 15-degree angle.
- Gently draw the knife blade across the rod from heel to tip several times.
- Repeat on the other side of the blade. Wash and dry your knife after sharpening.
About Kai
Since the 13th century, Seki city has been the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry. For more than 100 years, it has also been home to Kai Corporation, the maker of fine cutlery. Inspired by the blade-making traditions of ancient Japan, today's highly skilled artisans produce blades of exceptional quality and beauty.
Kai Corporation was founded in 1908 in Seki city, Japan.
Specifications
| Brand | Kai |
| Model | AP0115 |
| Dimensions | 250mm x 20mm x 20mm |
| Weight | 80g |
| Materials | Rod: Ceramic; Handle: Polypropylene |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan |