Gil Asakawa

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Gil is multi-talented. He’s a writer, editor and online content expert. He’s the author of the book “Being Japanese American”.

Being Japanese American book authored by Gil Asakawa

Besides his current main blog page "Nikkei View", Gil has contributed to numerous publications. Examples are AARP, Discover Nikkei, The Denver Post, The Huffington Post, just to name a few.

Although he’s been a writer and editor all his career, Gil’s educational background is art. He has a BFA in painting. You can appreciate his paintings and photographs in WELCOME TO THE GILLERY.

Suburban Sunset is inspired by a fiery sunset over suburban Denver.

Gil plays the guitar, too. You can enjoy his play in his YouTube channel:

Gil Asakawa

Surprisingly, Gil is even more gifted. He’s a serious home cook. And that’s why Gil is using Syosaku Gyuto and Nakiri knives and Urushi Glass Plates.

Nakiri Knife (Vegetable knife) used in cutting vegetables

In addition to the products that he is enjoying is this Sujihiki Knife (Slicer knife) form Syosaku.

"A gorgeous 9.5 inch Sujihiki, or flesh-slicing knife, engraved with "Asakawa" on it. Very cool that they have that (name engraving).

I've never thought of myself as a pro-cook or a chef but using the right tools makes me feel like being on the next level.

It brings me joy, the process of cooking so much more with a good knife. It turns cooking into a hobby - that's what I like about these kives from Syosaku.

These knives from Syosaku has helped elevate cooking into a hobby."

Gil Asakawa

Get to know him more in this video:

GIL'S FAVORITES:

Syosaku Japanese Multi Purpose Chef Knife Damascus ZA18 69 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Santoku 7-inch (180mm)

$311.99

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Syosaku Japanese Multi Purpose Chef Knife Damascus ZA18 69 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Santoku 7-inch (180mm) - Syosaku-Japan

It’s unreal beautiful!

The Knife………….. is unbelievably gorgeous. Razor sharp, comfortable in hand and beautifully crafted.

Japanese knives give you the edge on cooking

My Santoku from Syosaku-Japan is not only sharp, light and utilitarian, but it's also a beautiful object, like a work of art. From its hard, super-sharp blade to its beautiful Damascus steel pattern, it's a knife to show off as well as to use every day.

Syosaku Japanese Sujihiki Knife Hammered Damascus VG-10 46 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Slicer 9.5-inch (240mm)

$263.99

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Syosaku Japanese Sujihiki Knife Hammered Damascus VG-10 46 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Slicer 9.5-inch (240mm) - Syosaku-Japan

These knives from Syosaku have helped elevate cooking into a hobby.

A gorgeous 9.5 inch Sujihiki, or flesh-slicing knife, engraved with "Asakawa" on it.

I've never thought of myself as a pro-cook or a chef but using the right tools makes me feel like being on the next level.

It brings me joy, the process of cooking so much more with a good knife. It turns cooking into a hobby - that's what I like about these knives from Syosaku.

Gil Asakawa

GIL'S FAVORITES:

Syosaku Japanese Multi Purpose Chef Knife Damascus ZA18 69 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Santoku 7-inch (180mm)

Customer Reviews

Syosaku Japanese Vegetable Knife VG-1 Gold Stainless Steel Mahogany Handle, Nakiri 6.3-inch (160mm)

Syosaku Japanese Sujihiki Knife Hammered Damascus VG-10 46 Layer Octagonal Walnut Handle, Slicer 9.5-inch (240mm)

Syosaku Japanese Urushi Glass Charger Plate 13.9-inch (35cm) Jet Black with Gold Leaf, Dishwasher Safe

Syosaku Japanese Urushi Glass Charger Plate 13.9-inch (35cm) Vermilion with Gold Leaf, Dishwasher Safe

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