About

Who are Kiri Knives?

Kiri Premium Knives is an independent kitchen knife brand owned by Nick Sims, a trader originally from Bakewell.

The owner

Nick Sims hails from Bakewell, Derbyshire.

The market stall

He sells his specialised kitchen knives in person every Monday at the historic Bakewell Market.

The Japanese influence

Inspired by a trip to Japan, Nick was deeply influenced by Japanese cutlery craftsmanship, blade geometry and steel quality.

The philosophy

The brand was built to source and supply high-quality Asian-style kitchen knives that remain affordable without ever compromising on cutting performance or durability.