Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD 3pc Set

The Heritage Set — Santoku + Two Shotoh Knives

The tools you reach for every day — done properly.

If you love the feel of a knife that’s quietly unstoppable, this is the set.

The Miyabi Birchwood 5000MCD 3pc Set brings together three of the most useful knives in the kitchen — beautifully balanced, razor-sharp, and handcrafted in Seki, Japan. This is the set you build a kitchen around: the knives you’ll reach for every day, made to perform like a dream.

It’s a premium set, yes — but this is exactly where great tools earn their place: faster prep, cleaner cuts, more control, and a kitchen experience that simply feels better.

A Japanese Knife Set with Real Meaning in the Underground Chef Kitchen

For Chef Ian, Japanese knives are more than just beautiful tools — they reflect a way of cooking: precise, thoughtful, and built on respect for craft.

The Birchwood 5000MCD range brings that philosophy into the kitchen with exceptional steel, traditional finishing, and the kind of balance you notice from the first cut.

This is the heritage set — performance, artistry, and everyday practicality in one stunning trio.

Chef Ian’s Knife of Choice

Chef Ian has collected plenty of knives over the years — but the Miyabi Birchwood range is now his go-to.

These are the knives you’ll see him using in the Underground Chef kitchen again and again. They’re beautifully made, incredibly precise, and they simply feel right in the hand — which is exactly why they’ve become his everyday choice.

Why This Set Is Worth It

This set covers the jobs you do most:

• Santoku (18cm) for everyday chopping, slicing, and prep
• Shotoh (13cm) for trimming, small produce, and detailed prep
• Shotoh (9cm) for peeling, precise cuts, and delicate work

Instead of mixing random knives that all feel different, this gives you a matched set with the same balance, feel, and performance across the range.

It’s the kind of upgrade that makes cooking feel easier every day.

Why It Earns a Spot in the Underground Chef Kitchen Tools Range

• Three of the most-used knife sizes in one premium set
• Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
• Exceptional sharpness, control, and edge retention
• Beautifully balanced birchwood handles
• A true “buy once, use for years” knife set
• Everyday tools with heirloom-level craftsmanship

What’s Included

• 9cm Shotoh Knife – precision peeling, trimming, and delicate prep
• 13cm Shotoh Knife – utility work, small slicing jobs, everyday detail prep
• 18cm Santoku Knife – all-rounder for meat, fish, and vegetables

Crafted for Performance and Beauty

The Birchwood 5000MCD range combines advanced steel technology with traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

• SG2 Micro-Carbide Powder Steel core for exceptional sharpness and durability
• Flower Damascus pattern for the signature Miyabi layered finish
• CRYODUR® hardening and ice-hardening technology for outstanding edge retention
• Approx. 63 Rockwell hardness for long-lasting performance
• Traditional 3-step Honbazuke hand-honed edge for precision cutting
• Hand-finished in Seki, Japan

The Birchwood Handle Finish

Each knife is finished with Miyabi’s iconic Masur Birch handle details:

• natural birchwood grain
• mosaic pin
• red spacer accents
• steel end cap

Elegant, balanced, and designed to feel secure and comfortable in the hand.

Who This Set Is For

This set is ideal if you want:

• one beautiful, complete everyday knife setup
• a serious upgrade from mixed or entry-level knives
• a premium gift for a passionate home cook
• Japanese craftsmanship you’ll actually use, not just admire

Care

• Hand wash only
• Dry immediately after washing
• Store safely to protect the edges

Cook Smarter — and Let the Right Tools Make It Easier

Great cooking isn’t about making things harder. It’s about using tools that work properly, feel good in the hand, and help you get better results every day.