Painstakingly manufactured with high-carbon, cryogenically treated steel, the 7" traditional Japanese Nakiri knife is the ultimate vegetable knife. No matter how you prefer to use the nakiri vegetable knife—slicing, chopping, mincing, you name it—the nakiri knife gets the job done flawlessly and effortlessly. The ergonomic, triple-riveted, pakkawood handle ensures maximum comfort while delivering incredible durability.
7" Nakiri Knife| Samurai Series
Description
Why you need Japanese Nakiri Knife?
Your Cooking Deserves Better

INCREDIBLE SHARPNESS
Seasoned artisans handcraft the knife's ruthlessly sharp edge to a mirror polish at 13-15° per side. This is achieved using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method. The knife is treated for incredible hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.

DURABLE HANDLE DESIGN
The meticulously constructed, triple-riveted Pakkawood handle has gone through special treatment, making the knife impervious to heat, cold, and moisture.

ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED
The straight blade ensures the knife slices through food with ease while alleviating fatigue and finger pains from long periods of slicing or chopping, perfectly blending control and comfort.

PREMIUM STEEL
Kyoku's Samurai Series is expertly crafted with German 1.4116 high-carbon steel and a durable full-tang construction for superior performance and durability.
KYOKU SPIRITS
Inspired by Tradition
But Not Bound by It
Kyoku draws from the samurai's legacy, creating affordable high-end Japanese cutlery for chefs and home cooks worldwide with a passion for culinary creativity.
FAQs
1. What materials are used in the Samurai Knife series?
Our Samurai Knife series is made from high-carbon Japanese steel and is nitrogen-cooled for maximum strength and durability.
2. What types of knives are included in the Samurai Knife series?
The series includes Japanese Cleaver and Nakiri knives, serrated and non-serrated Japanese Steak Knives, and a versatile Japanese Chef Knife.
3. What are the uses of the Japanese Cleaver and Nakiri knives?
Japanese Cleaver and Nakiri knives are designed to meet your needs in every scenario, whether chopping vegetables, slicing meat, or performing intricate cuts.
4. How can the Japanese Steak Knives enhance my BBQ experience?
Our serrated and non-serrated Japanese Steak Knives are perfect for BBQs, offering precise and effortless cutting of all types of meat.
5. What if I am unsure which knife to choose?
If you're unsure which knife to choose, our Japanese Knife Block Set provides a comprehensive selection of essential knives, ensuring you have the right tool for any kitchen task.
6. Can I build a career with these knives?
Absolutely! Our Samurai Knife series is not just a collection of kitchen tools; they are crafted to professional standards, making them suitable for building a culinary career.
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PREMIUM STEEL
Manufactured with ultra-sharp, high-carbon, cryogenically treated steel at HRC 56-58 hardness, this 7 in. Japanese style nakiri vegetable knife boasts unrivaled performance and incredible edge retention.
SHARP BLADE W/ HOLLOW EDGE DESIGN
The nakiri knife's ruthlessly sharp edge is handcrafted by seasoned artisans to a mirror polish and painstakingly manufactured for incredible hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.
ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED
Ergonomically designed, the nakiri knife's narrow and slightly curved blade helps alleviate fatigue and finger pains from long periods of slicing or chopping, perfectly blending control and comfort.
DURABLE HANDLE
The meticulously constructed, triple-riveted pakkawood handle has gone through special treatment, making it extremely impervious to heat, cold, and moisture; accented with a mosaic pin.
Specs | |
Series | Samurai |
Blade Material | Premium Japanese Steel |
Handle Material | Pakkawood |
Full Tang | Yes |
Storage | Sheath & Case |
Mosaic Pin in Handle | Yes |
Rockwell Hardness | 56-58 |
Blade Angle | 13-15° |
Blade Length | 7” |
Weight | 0.53 lbs. |
Dimensions | 12” x 1.81” x 0.9” |