Myabi is by far the best of the asian cutlery companies. The quality and selection offered exceed expectations for home cutlery. There are a lot of choices but in my opinion nothing beats the Birchwood collection. This set has everything you need to begin an amazing journey into eastern style food preparation. A 63 Rockwell center steel surrounded by 100 layers of a stunning flower damascus, is truly breathtaking. And to be honest it cuts better than anything else I've ever had the pleasure to use.