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The Japanese element water represents fluid, flow and formless things of the world. Water embodies the ability to adapt and change. Plants are also categorised as ‘sui/mizu’ as they change and adapt to their surroundings.

Our Mizu block set boasts a magnetic knife block crafted from luxurious sapele wood. Sapele is a striking red hardwood known for its mesmerizing grain.

Mizu is represented in cuisine by fish and seafood. Our Mizu set contains a G-83 to symbolize the flow of water and the GS-11 flexible utility knife, which is great for filleting. The Mizu set is suitable for all food types.

The Global 35th Anniversary 12 Piece Block Set includes:

Global G-2 35th Anniversary 20cm Cooks Knife With a 20cm blade: It is the perfect knife for general kitchen tasks such as dicing, slicing and chopping.

Global G-3 35th Anniversary 21cm Carving Knife: The 21cm blade is long, narrow, and perfectly designed for perfectly carving joints of meat.

Global G-5 35th Anniversary 18cm Vegetable Chopper Knife: The blade design takes inspiration from the traditional Japanese Usaba knife - a specialist vegetable knife popular amongst professional chefs in the Tokyo region. Made in Japan using Global's exclusive Cromova 18 high carbon stainless steel, the blade is sharpened to an acute 15 ° cutting edge ensuring that the blade stays sharper for longer.

Global G-9 35th Anniversary 22cm Bread Knife: This specialist knife has cleverly designed and shaped teeth (chamfered on one side, flat on the other) to aid accurate and uniform slicing.

Global GS-3 35th Anniversary 13cm Cooks Knife: The medium-sized blade is perfect for dicing, slicing and chopping vegetables or meat.

Global GS-5 35th Anniversary 14cm Vegetable Chopper Knife: The blade design takes inspiration from the traditional Japanese Usaba knife - a specialist vegetable knife popular amongst professional chefs in the Tokyo region.

Global GS-11 35th Anniversary 15cm Flexible Utility Knife: This is another top-rated knife in the Global range. The medium-sized 11cm blade can be used as a general-purpose knife as well as for carving and thanks to its flexible blade it is particularly suitable for filleting small fish.

Global GS-90 35th Anniversary 13cm Fluted Santoku Knife: Perfectly sized for cutting small fruit and vegetables and adheres to the three ways of the Santoku - dicing, slicing and mincing.

Global GSF-15 35th Anniversary 8cm Peeling Knife: The 8cm blade is particularly suited to smaller kitchen tasks such as the peeling and cutting fruit although it is strong enough to get into and separate joints of meat.

Global GSF-22 35th Anniversary 11cm Utility Knife: A great all-rounder, this useful knife can tackle most kitchen tasks.

Global G74 20cm Ceramic Sharpening Steel (G-74). Less abrasive than a diamond version, this 20cm Global ceramic sharpening steel is approximately equivalent to a 3000 grit whetstone without being quite so labour intensive to use.

Special Edition 35th Anniversary Knife Block with 11 slots, to accommodate your Global knife collection. Made from high-quality 18-10 Stainless Steel material, with a plastic non-slip base which is removable for cleaning, and plastic inserts in the slots to protect your knives from damage.

The Japanese element wind emphasises freedom and movement, the ability to grow and expand, whether that is the air or the human mind.

Our Kaze block set, suspends Global knives in the air offering opportunities to add to the collection at will, so representing the freedom of movement associated with the air.

Air is represented in cuisine by poultry and the Global Kaze collections have been influenced by knives used to prepare poultry. Knives in the Kaze collection are also fluted, the flutes creating air pockets which prevent food from sticking to the blades.

Super stylish Global Pad Block suitable for up to 3 knives. This set comes with a G-2 20cm cook's knife, GS-3 13cm cook's knife and GS-38 Parking Knife. A really good starter set that will cover most kitchen tasks and does not take up too much room.

The Japanese element fire represents life itself, but also passion, desire and energy. Fire is instrumental in cooking and represents the emotions within oneself.

Our Hi block set elegantly holds your Global knives in a sloping universal block set. The black encasing holding the knives, represents the coke used to heat the Global knife forges.

Fire is represented in cooking through meat. Our block sets contain the G-4, the Oriental cook’s knife,
a Global knife in the shape of a classic Japanese Gyuto knife as well as the special GS-101 carving knife.

Global T Type Knife Block Set

This 3 piece set contains a good starting set for any Global Ni fan. With a large, medium and small knife which will cover the vast majority of any work you need to do in the kitchen.

If you needed just one knife for your kitchen go for a quality chefs knife and if you are going for Global buy the G-2. The G-2 is the best-selling Japanese kitchen knife ever made! It can slice, dice, chop, and really do anything that you need. A multi-purpose all round blade that is included in virtually every knife set produced. It has won dozens of awards over the years testifying to the popularity of the blade. Global (represented by the G-2) has won the Which? Best Knife category 3 times in a row.

The GS-5 is the little brother of the G-5 vegetable chopper, with the same shape of blade in a smaller proportion. These knives take their inspiration from Japanese Usaba (Vegetable Knives), the relatively flat parts of the blade are designed to chop through fruit and vegetables and come into full contact with the chopping board and give a clean cut. The front of the blades are more curved like a chef's knife, to allow the knife to be rocked gently forward after each cut and encourage good technique.

The GS-38 is a beautiful little paring knife useful for lots of little tasks in the kitchen. It is the hollow handle alternative to the GSF-15 and often found in more recent sets

This 3 piece set contains a good starting set for any Global Ni fan. With a large, medium and small knife which will cover the vast majority of any work you need to do in the kitchen.

Including GN-002, GNM-01 & GNFS-01

If you needed just one knife for your kitchen go for a quality chefs knife and if you are going for Global buy the G-2. The G-2 is the best-selling Japanese kitchen knife ever made! It can slice, dice, chop, and really do anything that you need. A multi-purpose all round blade that is included in virtually every knife set produced. It has won dozens of awards over the years testifying to the popularity of the blade. Global (represented by the G-2) has won the Which? Best Knife category 3 times in a row.

The GS-11 is one of the more popular knives in the Global range and is frequently found in many of the sets where it fills the role of filleting, carving and 'general purpose' knife, hence its name.

The GS-38 is a beautiful little paring knife useful for lots of little tasks in the kitchen. It is the hollow handle alternative to the GSF-15 and often found in more recent sets.

An ideal set for the avid cook. Set includes the famous G-2 20cm chefs knife, the GS-3 13cm cooks knife, and the versatile GS-68 peeler.

This is the ultimate Global SAI knife block set, a truly comprehensive set for those that want the best that Global has to offer. Each set comes with a large Global ship shape block that comfortably fits the Global SAI knives and any others you wish to purchase. The set contains all the knives you would need in a home kitchen.

The name 'UKON' has many positive connotations in Japanese legend. Our favourite use of the word lies in the expression 'Tachibana No Ukon' referring to the Mandarin Tree that was symbolically planted on the right-hand side of the Imperial Palace in Kyoto. It was said to balance the Cherry Blossom Tree on the left-hand side, known as the 'Sakura No Sakon'. Together they replaced the Samurai Guards who had until then protected the Emperor, but who were deemed no longer necessary during times of peace.

In true GLOBAL tradition, the knife is constructed from the best Stainless Steel material and the UKON series features thicker blades to enhance performance. UKON knives are subject to even more precise grinding and finishing work, making them 10 percent sharper out of the box. The knives are designed with an ambidextrous thumb rest that sits closer to the blade for added control and efficiency. The underside of the handle features GLOBAL's trademark indentations, making UKON knives extremely comfortable to hold.

The Ukon 6-Piece Knife Block Set is a real showpiece! It features a stylish and contemporary stainless-steel and black design that will complement any kitchen setting. The knife block includes the GU-01 20cm Chef’s Knife, the GU-03 22cm Bread Knife, the GUM-10 14cm Vegetable Knife, the GUS-22 15cm Scalloped Utility Knife and the GUF-30 9cm Paring Knife.

New for Autumn 2017 Global have brought out the Hiro and Shiro knife block. These great looking knife block sets hold 6 of the most popular Global knives, the 'standard' knives that you would usually find in a set and will cover virtually all tasks in the kitchen. Available in black and white. these block sets will look super stylish in any kitchen.

Earth or Tsuchi represents the hard solid objects of the world, the most obvious examples being rock and stone. Earth stands for stability and is highly resistant to movement or change.

Our Global Tsuchi sets stand proud a firm, like a rock with a sloping universal block holding knives firmly in place.

Our Tsuchi sets represent vegetables in cuisine. Each knife block set highlights the G-46 Santoku Knife, which is a multipurpose cook’s knife, but acts as a great vegetable knife.

The name 'UKON' has many positive connotations in Japanese legend. Our favourite use of the word lies in the expression 'Tachibana No Ukon' referring to the Mandarin Tree that was symbolically planted on the right-hand side of the Imperial Palace in Kyoto. It was said to balance the Cherry Blossom Tree on the left-hand side, known as the 'Sakura No Sakon'. Together they replaced the Samurai Guards who had until then protected the Emperor, but who were deemed no longer necessary during times of peace.

In true GLOBAL tradition, the knife is constructed from the best Stainless Steel material and the UKON series features thicker blades to enhance performance. UKON knives are subject to even more precise grinding and finishing work, making them 10 percent sharper out of the box. The knives are designed with an ambidextrous thumb rest that sits closer to the blade for added control and efficiency. The underside of the handle features GLOBAL's trademark indentations, making UKON knives extremely comfortable to hold.

The Sakura 3-Piece Knife Set is an ideal way to start your Global knife collection. It contains 3 kitchen essentials that you cannot live without, the GU-01 20cm Chef’s Knife, the GUS-24 15cm Utility Knife and the GUF-30 9cm Paring Knife.

Classic Cylinder Engine Block

The original ‘Team Classic’ knife block features 6 stainless steel cylinders made from the finest 18/10 material. The set includes a G-77 Chef’s knife, G-9 Bread knife, G-82 Carving knife, GS-36 Utility knife, GS-38 Paring knife and GKS-210 Scissors.

A classic collection of larger and longer bladed knives. Razor-sharp edges made from Cromova 18 Stainless Steel and weighted hollow handles for the perfect feel in your hands, adding to this the range of knives has something for every task and is perfect for the more adventurous chef.

This set contains Global’s G-77 which is a medium-sized Cook’s knife 20cm blade that will perform a variety of kitchen tasks. Having a decent sized blade makes it brilliant for chopping, slicing and dicing, whether cutting up vegetables or slicing meat. It features the new improved flutes on the blade which prevents food from sticking to the blade making it a very easy to use Cook’s knife. The second piece in this set is the classically shaped bread knife, the 22cm G-9. It is a specialist knife and is only supposed to be used with bread. However, the teeth are made to saw through even the toughest of bread crusts and it could also be used on some tough meats, for example crackling. The third piece is the G-82 fluted Carving knife 21cm. The shape of the blade and improved flutes make it ideal for cutting up shawarma, shredding duck or mincing meat. The flutes allow faster and more efficient cutting preventing food from sticking to the blade making it ideal for professional kitchens.

The next two pieces are the GS-36 & GS-38, these are the Global GS series knives within the block. The Global GS series which is smaller than the G series and have angled handles that help when attempting general preparation and small intricate tasks which need smaller blades. the GS-36 is a 12cm utility knife which is the go-to knife for all small jobs in the kitchen and the GS-38 which is a 9cm paring knife. The collection is then completed with the Global GKS-210 kitchen scissors. They feature heavyweight cast steel handles and feel very substantial whilst held. The steel blades are thick and strong and contain small teeth to help grip chicken fillets and other meats. Between the handles, you will also fit a nutcracker. These scissors will also fit into the butcher's steel slot on most ship-shape type Global blocks.

The G-4 chef's knife is well-suited for a variety of kitchen tasks, including slicing, dicing, and chopping. Its performance is nearly identical to the classic G-2 chef's knife, with the main difference being its appearance. The G-4 features a kink in the blade, giving it an 'oriental' style, but this design does not affect its functionality or make it specifically for oriental cuisine. The upward curve of the blade allows for a rocking motion on the chopping board, similar to a mezzaluna, making it efficient for various cutting techniques. The design has gained such popularity that it inspired the creation of the Global NI series, the second new series of Global knives. Additionally, the G-4 model is available in a fluted variant, known as the G-66, and in a smaller size as the GS-58.

The GS-58 Oriental Cook's Knife features an 11cm blade, designed for precision. Ideal for various kitchen tasks, it excels at slicing, dicing, chopping, and other detailed work.

The GS-110AN is a beautiful 'Kiritsuke' shaped knife, useful for many tasks in the kitchen. Our small Kiritsuke features a slight curve for easier cutting, making it a versatile tool for chefs.

The Ukon 6-Piece Knife Block Set is a real showpiece! It features a stylish and contemporary stainless-steel and black design that will complement any kitchen setting. The knife block includes the GU-01 20cm Chef’s Knife, the GU-03 22cm Bread Knife, the GUM-10 14cm Vegetable Knife, the GUS-22 15cm Scalloped Utility Knife and the GUF-30 9cm Paring Knife.

If you needed just one knife for your kitchen go for a quality chefs knife and if you are going for Global buy the G-2. The G-2 is the best-selling Japanese kitchen knife ever made! It can slice, dice, chop, and really do anything that you need. A multi-purpose all round blade that is included in virtually every knife set produced. It has won dozens of awards over the years testifying to the popularity of the blade. Global (represented by the G-2) has won the Which? Best Knife category 3 times in a row.

The GSF-15 is the most popular petty knife in the Global range and is very often found in set combinations. Its little 8cm blade is good for all those small kitchen tasks, peeling, cutting fruit and small delicate kitchen work.

The biggest brother of the GSF-15 and GSF-22, the GSF-24 is the largest forged utility knife in the Global range. It is a bit of an odd knife, it is really a bit big to sit in the GSF category, but shares the same profile and flat handles of the other GSF knives.

This is the best set of knives in the entire Global collection. A premium selection of Global's elite range of SAI knives presented in a specially branded SAI steel ship shape block. The set contains 4 knives; The 19cm chef's knife, 17cm bread knife, 9cm paring knife and 15cm utility knife. It has all the knives you would need in a home kitchen. The block contains additional slots if you wish to add to your collection. We would suggest adding both the SAI-03 Santoku knife and SAI-02 Carving knife to complete the collection.

Earth, also known as 'Tsuchi,' symbolizes the firm, solid elements found in our world, with rock and stone being the most evident manifestations. It signifies constancy and possesses a strong resistance to alteration or motion.

In our Tsuchi knife sets, we emphasize their suitability for culinary use, particularly when handling vegetables. Each knife set features the versatile G-46 Santoku Knife, which excels not only as a multipurpose cooking tool but also as an excellent choice for cutting vegetables.

The name 'UKON' has many positive connotations in Japanese legend. Our favourite use of the word lies in the expression 'Tachibana No Ukon' referring to the Mandarin Tree that was symbolically planted on the right-hand side of the Imperial Palace in Kyoto. It was said to balance the Cherry Blossom Tree on the left-hand side, known as the 'Sakura No Sakon'. Together they replaced the Samurai Guards who had until then protected the Emperor, but who were deemed no longer necessary during times of peace.

In true GLOBAL tradition, the knife is constructed from the best Stainless Steel material and the UKON series features thicker blades to enhance performance. UKON knives are subject to even more precise grinding and finishing work, making them 10 percent sharper out of the box. The knives are designed with an ambidextrous thumb rest that sits closer to the blade for added control and efficiency. The underside of the handle features GLOBAL's trademark indentations, making UKON knives extremely comfortable to hold.

The Tachibana 3-Piece Knife Set is the perfect gift or starter set for a professional chef or cooking enthusiast. It includes the GU-01 20cm Chef’s Knife, the GUM-10 14cm Vegetable Knife and the GUF-30 9cm Paring Knife.

The G-3 is Global’s classic carving knife, long and narrow to carve those perfect Sunday beef joints. There is only one G series carving knife and it is a specialist knife that is not well suited to other tasks, but that should not really matter, because the best cuts of meat demand the best equipment. Having a super sharp Global carving knife will ensure all your cuts of meat are thin and tender.

The GF-24 will hold your joints of meat securely in place while you carve your pieces of meat. The two tines on the end can be inserted into the meat to check that the meat is cooked as the juices run clear.

The G-57 is a chef's knife and like the standard Global chef's knives can perform most roles in kitchen. The G-57 is set apart from the other chef's knives by its deeper blade. So the knife is more predisposed towards chopping vegetables. If you just needed one knife for the kitchen, but that vast majority of what you are doing is cutting vegetables, we would recommend this blade. It is quite similar to a Santoku knife, in fact it's halfway between a classic chef's knife shape and a santoku.

In Japanese culture, the element of fire symbolizes not only the essence of life but also embodies qualities like passion, longing, and vitality. Fire plays a pivotal role in the culinary world and is seen as a reflection of one's inner emotions.

Fire finds its culinary representation in the preparation of meat. Our knife set includes the GS-105, an Oriental cook's knife inspired by the classic Japanese Gyuto knife, along with the distinctive G-2 Chef's knife, both tailored for various culinary needs.

This 3 piece boxed set is the latest box set to be released from Global as part of the Autumn Nakiri promotion. It is priced at £199.95 which is the same price as the 3 piece santoku set which is on the website but features a better array of products. It is an ideal starter set for someone who is new to cooking or perhaps even a chef that needs just a few knives to get started in the kitchen. It has a 20cm Chef's knife with a fluted edge, it is a great all rounder in the kitchen and is particularly good for cutting meat because of its size and its fluted edge which stops the meat from sticking to the blade. Then you have a 14cm Nakiri knife which is great for cutting small vegetables and leafs for salads such as rocket, lettuce etc, it is also available to purchase separately with the product code being GS-91 at a cost of £79.95. The set is then completed with a 8cm paring knife which is ideal for small tasks in the kitchen and would likely be your go to knife in the kitchen for cutting small fruit or toast and for everyday use.

The Japanese concept of wind underscores the notions of liberty and motion, signifying the potential for growth and expansion, be it in the context of the atmosphere or the human intellect.

In the realm of cuisine, air is symbolized by poultry, and our Global Kaze 3 piece knife set draws inspiration from blades designed for poultry preparation. The knives within the Kaze collection feature fluting, which creates air pockets on the blades, effectively preventing food from adhering to them.

6 Piece Knife Block Set

If you needed just one knife for your kitchen go for a quality chefs knife and if you are going for Global buy the G-2. The G-2 is the best-selling Japanese kitchen knife ever made! It can slice, dice, chop, and really do anything that you need. A multi-purpose all round blade that is included in virtually every knife set produced. It has won dozens of awards over the years testifying to the popularity of the blade. Global (represented by the G-2) has won the Which? Best Knife category 3 times in a row.

The GS-1 is the smallest stated cook's knife in the Global range with an 11cm blade and like all cook's knives is a multi purpose knife used for cutting, slicing and chopping. Use this knife for small kitchen work, cutting the leaves from strawberries or quartering oranges.

The GS-11 is one of the more popular knives in the Global range and is frequently found in many of the sets where it fills the role of filleting, carving and 'general purpose' knife, hence its name. The GS-11 has a medium sized blade at 11cm which is good for filleting small fish such as sea bass. The blade is also flexible which makes it suitable for this purpose.

Global Knives, crafted in Japan to impeccable standards, feature Cromova 18 stainless-steel blades known for their razor-sharpness, hollow weighted handles, and a 15-degree convex cutting edge. Renowned for their distinctive design, these knives have maintained their popularity over the years. To mark their 40th anniversary, Global has introduced a selection of limited-edition knives and knife block sets.

Global's limited edition 40th Anniversary 7 Piece Knife Block features the iconic 'ship shape' knife block set, with 6 of the most popular knives from Global.

The Global 40th Anniversary 7 Piece Knife Block Set includes:

G-4 | 18cm Oriental Cook's Knife - The G-4 chef's knife is versatile for most kitchen tasks such as slicing, dicing, and chopping. Its performance closely matches that of the classic G-2 chef's knife, with the primary difference being aesthetic—the slight kink in the blade. This design element gives the knife an 'oriental' appearance but does not affect its functionality. Contrary to its appearance, the G-4 is not tailored specifically for oriental cuisine or techniques; rather, it offers a different shape compared to traditional chef's knives. Its gently curved blade facilitates a rocking motion while cutting, similar to a mezzaluna on a chopping board.

G-58 | 11cm Cook's Knife - The G-58 knife, measuring 11 cm, is a slightly smaller version of the same knife, featuring the large G series handle. The shorter blade offers better control and may feel less intimidating, especially for those with smaller hands. Regardless of size, all these knives perform the same tasks in the kitchen, making the choice largely a matter of personal preference.

GS-110AN | 15cm Kiritsuke Knife - The newest addition to the Global family, is the GS-110, a small 15cm Kiritsuke Knife. A Kiritsuke Knife, traditionally much larger and over 24cm in length is used by Japanese head chefs as a multipurpose knife for slicing. Kiritsuke knives typically have very straight blades, like the Japanese Usuba vegetable knives, but with the longer blade of a Yanagiba knife. Such knives are hard to use and are usually only wielded by the most skilled Japanese chefs as a symbol of status. Our small Kiritsuke pays homage to the true knife, with a slightly curved blade to aid general cutting and function as a small chef's/cook's knife.

GS-38 | 9cm Paring Knife - The GS-38 is a beautifully designed paring knife perfect for various small kitchen tasks. It serves as a hollow handle counterpart to the GSF-15 and is commonly included in newer knife sets. Its ergonomic hollow handle ensures comfortable handling, enhancing the overall user experience.

GS-55 | 12cm Fluted Oriental Santoku Knife - The GS-55 Oriental Santoku knife features flutes that prevent food from sticking to the blade while cutting. It's ideal for slicing, dicing, and mincing, making it perfect for small vegetables and fruits. This versatile knife is an excellent all-purpose tool for various kitchen tasks.

GS-61 | 16cm Bagel/Bread Knife - The GS-61 is suitable for most types of bread and is a more affordable alternative to the full G-9. Additionally, it serves well as a utility knife for vegetables with tough skins and soft interiors, making it excellent for slicing large tomatoes.

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The Japanese concept of water symbolizes the qualities of fluidity, movement, and shapelessness within our environment. Water represents the capacity for adjustment and transformation. Additionally, plants fall under the category of 'sui/mizu' because they demonstrate adaptability to their surroundings.

In culinary terms, 'mizu' finds its representation in fish and seafood. Our Mizu knife set includes a G-4 knife, symbolizing the flowing nature of water, and the GS-11 flexible utility knife, which is ideal for precise filleting. The Mizu set is versatile and suitable for preparing a wide range of foods.

New for summer 2017 and available at a special price is a beautiful 3 piece set from Global Knives. A really good starter pack for any aspiring chef or for a Global knife enthusiast looking to add to their collection. The set features a large 18cm Santoku knife, good for slicing, dicing and mincing. A smaller medium sized Santoku knife and a little 8cm pairing knife. The knives in this set can cover most kitchen tasks.