Global kitchen knives

Global is a world-renowned brand of kitchen knives, distinguished by its iconic all-stainless steel, one-piece construction and dimpled handles. The brand was established in 1985 by the Yoshida Metal Industry Co. Ltd (Yoshikin) in Niigata, Japan. The revolutionary design was the brainchild of industrial designer Komin Yamada, who was commissioned to create a knife that combined Japanese precision with modern, Western-style ergonomic appeal.

All Global knives are exclusively manufactured at the Yoshikin factory in Tsubame, a city in the Niigata Prefecture of Japan with a centuries-old history of metalworking. The production process involves a proprietary high-carbon stainless steel called CROMOVA 18, which is ice-tempered and hardened to maintain a razor-sharp edge while remaining resistant to rust and stains. A unique feature of the brand is its hollow handles, which are filled with a precise amount of sand to achieve a perfectly balanced weight for the user.

Since its international debut at the Ambiente trade show in Frankfurt, Global has grown into a staple for both professional chefs and home cooks. Today, the brand remains under the private ownership of the Yoshida Metal Industry, which continues to be managed by the Watanabe family, preserving its legacy as a Japanese family-led innovator in high-quality cutlery.