Global Elements Knife Sets

JAPANESE ‘GODAI’ ELEMENTS

In Japanese philosophy, the Godai encompass the five elements of Buddhist thought, constituting the essence of all creation. We've artfully captured four prominent Japanese elements in the crafting of our exclusive GLOBAL Knife Block Sets: Air-Kaze, Fire-Hi, Water-Mizu, and Earth-Tsuchi, each embodying the spirit of these elements.

The profound philosophy represented by the Godai elements finds its connection with multiple facets of Japanese knife craftsmanship. This connection is evident in the careful selection of materials and the meticulous attention given to achieving the perfect balance and precision in crafting each knife. Moreover, the Japanese culture's deep appreciation for equilibrium, versatility, and spiritual resonance is beautifully exemplified in the way these knives are both employed and cherished within the rich tapestry of Japanese culinary tradition.

GLOBAL knives are famous the world over for their outstanding design, performance and ease of use in both home and professional settings. All GLOBAL ranges use a stainless steel handle, a feature that has become the brand's trademark, and feature an ultra-sharp blade for effortless cutting. Choose from GLOBAL’S CLASSIC, UKON, NI and SAI ranges.

AIR-KAZE Knife Sets

The wind element symbolises freedom, growth, and expansion, mirroring both air and the human intellect. The Air-Kaze sets represent this through the magnetic knife block elegantly suspending your GLOBAL knives. The knife sets feature fluted blades creating air pockets to prevent food from adhering to the blade.

FIRE-HI Knife Sets

The fire element symbolises 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 represented in the preparation of meat. Our Hi knife sets include knives tailored for cutting meat and the block set mirrors the coke used in knife forges.

WATER-MIZU Knife Sets

The Japanese water element symbolises fluidity, adaptability, and formlessness and is represented in cuisine by fish and seafood. Our Mizu sets contain fluted blades to symbolise the flow of water and to prevent food from sticking to the blade. The sets also both include a flexible knife which is perfect for filleting fish.

EARTH-TSUCHI Knife Sets

Earth embodies solidity and stability, symbolised by rocks and stones. Our Tsuchi knife sets reflect this firmness with a sturdy, sloping universal block. The Earth knife sets are inspired by vegetables in cuisine, featuring knives designed for efficiently cutting vegetables such as the versatile santoku knife.

Air-Kaze 3 Piece Knife Set

£250.00

Elevate your kitchen with the GLOBAL Elements Air Kaze 3 Piece Knife Set. A premium Japanese knife set designed for professional performance and modern style, inspired by ancient Japanese philosophy. Featuring essential GLOBAL kitchen knives that deliver razor-sharp precision, perfect balance and exceptional durability.

 

  • G-77 20cm Fluted Chef’s Knife
  • GS-90 13cm Fluted Santoku Knife
  • GSF-15 8cm Peeling Knife

The Japanese element wind represents freedom, growth and expansion. Our Kaze set represents this through the magnetic knife block suspending your GLOBAL knives and the fluted blades creating air pockets to prevent food adhesion.

Fire-Hi 3 Piece Knife Set

£250.00

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.

  • G-2 20cm Chef's Knife
  • G-105 10cm Oriental Cook's Knife
  • GSF-15 8cm Peeling Knife

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.

Water-Mizu 3 Piece Knife Set

£250.00

Elevate your kitchen with the GLOBAL Elements Water Mizu 3 Piece Knife Set. A premium Japanese knife set designed for professional performance and modern style, inspired by ancient Japanese philosophy. Featuring essential GLOBAL kitchen knives that deliver razor-sharp precision, perfect balance and exceptional durability.

 

  • G-4 18cm Oriental Cook’s Knife
  • GS-11 15cm Flexible Utility Knife
  • GSF-46 8cm Peeling Knife

The Japanese element water represents fluidity, adaptability and formlessness. Water embodies the ability to adapt and change. Mizu is represented in cuisine by fish and seafood. Our Mizu set contains the GS-11 Flexible Utility Knife which is great for filleting fish.

Earth-Tsuchi 3 Piece Knife Set

£250.00

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.

  • G-46 18cm Santoku Knife
  • G-102 14cm Vegetable Knife
  • GSF-46 8cm Peeling Knife

In our best-selling Global knives Earth Tsuchi sets, we emphasise their suitability for culinary use, particularly when handling vegetables. These premium quality sets feature the versatile G-46 Santoku Knife, which excels not only as a multipurpose cooking tool but also as an excellent choice for cutting vegetables.

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