Miyabi 5000MCD Birchwood Utility 13cm and Chef Knife 20cm 2pc Set 625151
The Miyabi 5000MCD Birchwood Utility 13cm and Chef Knife 20cm 2pc Set 625151 brings together 2 complementary Japanese kitchen knives for a practical, premium preparation set. CRYODUR ice hardening, a floral Damascus pattern and natural birchwood create the series’ distinctive performance and finish.
Rather than duplicating the same role, the set combines different blade shapes so a cook can move confidently from fine detail work to everyday chopping and larger preparation.
Product Details
Crafted and hand-finished in Seki, Japan, this 5000MCD Birchwood set is designed for cooks who want a coordinated knife selection with consistent balance, handle feel and edge care.
- Birchwood 5000MCD Shotoh Utility Knife 13cm: selected to cover a distinct preparation role.
- Birchwood 5000MCD Gyutoh Chef Knife 20cm: selected to cover a distinct preparation role.
- Blade construction: Micro-carbide powder steel core surrounded by 100 layers (101-layer construction).
- Hardness and finish: Approximately 63 HRC with an ice-hardened blade.
- Handle: Natural birchwood with mosaic pin, red accents and stainless-steel end cap.
- Gift-ready presentation: supplied in a gift box.
Why We Love It: A Former Chef’s View
Arima Homewares was founded by a former chef with experience across fine-dining, steakhouse, bakery and catering kitchens. That professional background shapes how we select and explain kitchen tools: what they do exceptionally well, where they require care and which cook they genuinely suit.
“A useful knife set should give each blade a clear job. This combination covers Shotoh and Gyutoh roles without filling the block with near-duplicates, making it a strong foundation for a serious home kitchen.”
Arima Homewares is an Australian family-owned business operating from Sydney since 2018. As an authorised Australian stockist, we supply brand-new products in their original retail packaging. Read more about Arima Homewares.
Best For
- Building a coordinated Japanese knife collection
- Everyday vegetable, fruit and boneless-protein preparation
- Cooks who prefer consistent handle feel across their knives
- Premium gifting and kitchen upgrades
Not Designed For
- Bones, frozen food or hard joints
- Twisting, prying or using an edge as a scraper
- Glass, stone or ceramic cutting boards
- Dishwasher cleaning
Specifications & Care
| Brand | Miyabi |
| Series | 5000MCD Birchwood |
| Product type | 2-piece knife set |
| Set contains | Birchwood 5000MCD Shotoh Utility Knife 13cm; Birchwood 5000MCD Gyutoh Chef Knife 20cm |
| Blade construction | Micro-carbide powder steel core surrounded by 100 layers (101-layer construction) |
| Blade hardness | Approximately 63 HRC |
| Edge | Hand-honed Honbazuke edge |
| Handle | Natural birchwood with mosaic pin, red accents and stainless-steel end cap |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Arima product reference | 625151 |
| Variant SKU | 625151 - 481 - K1M1 |
| Packaging | Gift box |
| Warranty | Lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to manufacturer terms |
Care & Maintenance
- Hand wash each knife with mild detergent and warm water, then dry immediately.
- Use a timber or knife-friendly cutting board.
- Store each blade so the cutting edge is protected and the knives cannot contact one another.
- Sharpen with an appropriate whetstone or use a professional familiar with hard Japanese knife steel.
- Avoid bones, frozen food, prying and twisting cuts.
Explore suitable knife sharpening tools and knife-friendly chopping boards.
Choosing the Right Knife Set
This set is a strong choice when the included shapes match the way you cook. Review the set contents above: a Shotoh supports detailed work, a Santoku or Gyutoh handles general preparation, and a Nakiri specialises in vegetables.
Compare more options in our Miyabi Japanese knife collection or browse the complete chef knife collection.
About Miyabi
Miyabi combines Japanese blade-making tradition with precise modern engineering. Its knives are crafted and hand-finished in Seki, Japan. The 5000MCD Birchwood series combines a micro-carbide powder steel core, floral Damascus cladding and a natural birchwood handle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which knives are included?
Birchwood 5000MCD Shotoh Utility Knife 13cm; Birchwood 5000MCD Gyutoh Chef Knife 20cm.
Is this a good first Japanese knife set?
Yes, if the included shapes match your regular preparation. It offers complementary roles rather than several blades that do the same job.
Are the knives made in Japan?
Yes. The knives are made in Japan and hand-finished in Seki.
Can the knives go in the dishwasher?
No. Hand wash each knife and dry it thoroughly immediately after cleaning.
Can they be used on bones or frozen food?
No. These fine-edged knives are designed for suitable vegetables, fruit and boneless proteins.
How should the knives be sharpened?
Use an appropriate whetstone with correct technique or a professional experienced with hard Japanese knife steel.
Does the set include a warranty?
It is supplied with a lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to the manufacturer’s terms and exclusions.