Chef’s Armoury - Japanese Knife Store in Richmond, Melbourne

Quality Japanese Craftsmanship, Richmond in Melbourne’s Inner East

Chef’s Armoury Richmond is a destination for food enthusiasts, home cooks and professional chefs seeking authentic Japanese knives and culinary tools.

You’ll find the store at 422 Church Street, Richmond VIC 3121, positioned near the intersection of Church Street and Swan Street. The store is easily accessed by train, tram, or car.

Why Visit Chef’s Armoury Richmond?

Chef’s Armoury Richmond offers one of Melbourne’s most comprehensive selections of authentic Japanese kitchen knives, cookware, barbecues, and tableware. Every product is sourced with care, focusing on craftsmanship, performance, and longevity. Chef’s Armoury knives reflect generations of Japanese knife-making tradition, combining refined aesthetics and cutting precision.

The Richmond store is designed to be hands-on and informative. Customers are encouraged to handle knives, compare profiles and steel types, and receive expert guidance from knowledgeable staff who understand both professional kitchen demands and home cooking needs.

Largest Range of Japanese Knives

The Richmond store showcase Melbourne’s biggest display of Japanese chef knives, including everyday favourites such as the gyuto and santoku, alongside specialist blades like yanagiba for sashimi, and kiritsuke for specific techniques.

Many knives are handcrafted by some of Japan’s most respected blacksmiths, with limited-edition and small-batch pieces available for collectors and serious enthusiasts.

Beyond knives, the store also carries a carefully selected range of Japanese cookware and grilling equipment, including Konro hibachi barbecues, binchotan charcoal, cast-iron nabe cooking pots, yukihira pans, sharpening stones, and traditional kitchen tools. Every product is selected for function, durability and precision in demanding kitchen environments.

Knife Sharpening, Classes, and Events

Chef’s Armoury Richmond offers a Japanese knife sharpening service by appointment, using traditional techniques to sharpen and fine tune your cooking knives. The store also hosts classes and events, providing opportunities to learn more about Japanese knives, sharpening, and culinary culture in a hands-on environment.

Getting to the store

The Richmond location is easy to access from across Melbourne:

Nearest intersection: Swan Street and Church Street

• By Train: Close to Richmond Station and East Richmond Station
• By Tram: Tram stops are located near the intersection of Swan Street and Church Street - I like the number 70 for this route.
• By Car: Church Street is a major Inner East thoroughfare, with street parking and nearby parking options available
  

Store Address

• Address: 422 Church St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia