Shun Classic Nakiri 165mm
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Shun Classic Nakiri 165mm
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The Nakiri is Japan’s dedicated vegetable knife — designed for precision, speed, and control. With its straight edge and flat profile, it excels at clean push-cuts, making it ideal for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables with effortless consistency.
Whether you’re prepping daily salads, breaking down cabbage, slicing carrots for stir-fry, or finely dicing onions, the Nakiri delivers smooth, clean cuts with minimal resistance. The squared tip adds control and safety during fast prep work, especially when working close to the board.
At the core of this knife is a high-performance VG-MAX steel, engineered for:
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Excellent edge retention
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High wear and corrosion resistance
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Fine grain structure for precise sharpening
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A razor-sharp 16° edge on each side
The core is protected by 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding per side (68 total layers). This layered construction:
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Reinforces the blade
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Improves stain resistance
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Reduces sticking by helping food release more easily
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Adds a refined Damascus pattern finish
The D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handle is:
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Durable and moisture resistant
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Comfortable in both left- and right-handed grips
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Hygienic and easy to maintain
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Elegant without being flashy
A full composite tang construction keeps the knife lightweight while maintaining excellent balance and control during extended prep sessions.
If you prep vegetables daily, a Nakiri isn’t just nice to have — it’s a serious upgrade. The flat profile maximizes board contact, reduces accordion cuts, and makes repetitive chopping more efficient.
Handcrafted in Japan, this knife blends traditional design with modern performance — built for cooks who value precision, durability, and clean cuts every time.
◻️ Additional Information
Please note that colours, shading, and overall appearance may vary slightly between photos and the product you receive. Lighting, camera exposure, and reflections on materials like steel, epoxy, and wood can all create subtle differences.
Many of our items are handmade, which means each piece has its own character. Minor variations in pattern, texture, or finish are normal and part of the craft.
If you’d like to see additional photos or close-ups of any item, feel free to request them before or after placing your order—especially for one-of-a-kind pieces. We’re always happy to help you choose the perfect knife or handle.
◻️ Sharp Certified
Before our knives are shipped, each one undergoes a rigorous sharpness test to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. Our BESS Certified sharpness scale will guarantee that your knives deliver the smoothest cuts.
This commitment to sharpness not only guarantees that you receive a product that's ready to perform at its best but also reflects our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our field.
◻️ Shipping & Returns
Every product listed on our website is physically in stock at our shop and typically ships within 24 hours — giving us enough time for sharpening and proper packaging.
The only exceptions are custom knife assemblies or engraving, which may require 3-5 days before shipping. Everything is done in-house, so even with the extra steps, it’s still exceptionally fast.
Canadian orders can say goodbye to unexpected duties, additional customs fees and exchange rate fluctuations; all our prices are clear and upfront.
For international orders, we take care of providing the declarations documents on items from foreign countries.
We know choosing a knife online isn’t always easy. To make things stress-free, we offer a flexible 30-day Return Policy on regular-priced items. Take a look at our full policy for all the details!
◻️ Contact Us
We are at your service through email, social media, or even by phone, where you can have a direct conversation with one of our team members during our business hours.
Whether you require assistance with your existing product, have inquiries about a potential purchase, need more specific details, additional photos, or even a video to get a better sense of the product in a real human hand, we've got you covered.
Don't hesitate to get in touch.