About This

Creating knives of exceptional performance and beauty requires exceptional craftsmanship, especially when working with high-caliber steel. Each knife showcases the artisans' masterful skill and dedication. One of the most popular and versatile knives for cooks today is the Japanese Nakiri. With a double-edged, flat surface, the Nakiri is perfect for precise vegetable chopping and slicing, allowing for efficient cuts with minimal effort in the kitchen.
The Nakiri's flat blade makes full contact with the cutting board, ensuring that each stroke cleanly slices through vegetables. This design minimizes the chance of produce sticking together, making it a favorite for cooks who value precision and efficiency in the kitchen. Whether you’re preparing a quick stir-fry or creating intricate vegetable garnishes, the Nakiri's functionality and ease of use make it an indispensable tool for both professional chefs and home cooks alike.
Our Nakiri knives are crafted by master artisans who pay meticulous attention to detail. Made from White Steel #2, which boasts a hardness of 63 to 64 on the Rockwell scale, these blades are forged with iron to produce a striking Black-Forged Kurouchi finish. The carbonized coating created during the heat-treating process not only enhances the blade’s durability but also lends it a distinctive, rustic aesthetic. This blend of performance and style sets the Nakiri apart, making it both a reliable kitchen companion and a work of art.
The knife is further enhanced by its traditional Japanese-style octagonal handle, handcrafted from premium wood and fitted with a Water Buffalo horn bolster. This combination offers a perfect balance, ensuring that the knife feels comfortable and secure in hand while adding a touch of elegance to its design. Together, the blade and handle form a knife that is as functional as it is beautiful, making it an ideal choice for serious culinary enthusiasts.
Whether you’re dicing vegetables from the farmers market or carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, this handcrafted Nakiri elevates even the simplest kitchen tasks. Its unparalleled performance and refined aesthetics turn everyday cooking into a rewarding experience, making it a cherished addition to any kitchen.

Overview

Blade Material : Nashiji High Carbon White Steel #2
Brand : Yoshihiro
Color : Black/Silver
Handle Material : Cocobolo Wood
Blade Edge : Double Edged

Returns Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

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