{"product_id":"higuchi-saku-gin3-nakiri-165mm","title":"Higuchi-Saku Gin3 Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nakiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ginsan Silver #3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tsuchime Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pakkawood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.00\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 165g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in Ginsan (Silver 3) stainless steel and heat-treated to around 61 HRC, this 165mm Nakiri brings together excellent edge retention, easy maintenance, and the kind of cutting performance you'll appreciate every day. Ginsan is known for taking a beautifully sharp edge while remaining relatively easy to sharpen. It's a practical, high-performing stainless steel that delivers excellent results without demanding constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grind follows a gradual geometry, not paper-thin, not overly thick. It builds progressively from edge to spine, giving the blade a reassuring sense of stability without sacrificing cutting performance. Thin where it needs to be, supportive where it matters. Whether you're working through firm root vegetables, leafy greens, or delicate herbs, it moves through ingredients cleanly and confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nashiji (pear-skin) finish adds a subtle, traditional texture, while the San-Mai construction brings together a Ginsan cutting core and protective outer layers. The result is a blade with understated character, practical durability, and a beautiful Japanese aesthetic. Paired with a lightweight, balanced handle, the Nakiri feels agile, comfortable, and exceptionally easy to control during repetitive vegetable preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, about the Nakiri itself. Unlike the more versatile Gyuto or Kiritsuke, the Nakiri is a dedicated vegetable knife, and that's exactly where it shines. At 165mm, it offers an excellent balance of cutting surface, maneuverability, and precision. Its distinctive rectangular blade and nearly flat cutting edge are designed to make full contact with the cutting board, allowing you to slice cleanly through vegetables without leaving those frustrating little uncut sections behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakiri naturally encourages a straight up-and-down or forward push-cutting motion rather than the rocking technique commonly associated with Western chef's knives. Its generous blade height provides comfortable knuckle clearance and plenty of surface area for guiding ingredients with your free hand. That same broad blade also makes it convenient to scoop up freshly chopped vegetables and transfer them from the board to the pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom finely slicing cabbage and chopping onions to preparing carrots, cucumbers, potatoes, and leafy greens, the Nakiri makes vegetable preparation feel smooth, efficient, and surprisingly enjoyable. Its relatively compact length keeps it easy to maneuver, while the tall, straight profile provides a reassuring sense of control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to a Gyuto, the Nakiri sacrifices the pointed tip and some all-around versatility in exchange for a cutting profile specifically designed for vegetables. It's not intended for piercing, deboning, or working around joints, but when it comes to clean, consistent vegetable cuts, few shapes feel quite as natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not an oversized cleaver, and it's not an overly delicate specialty blade. This 165mm Nakiri sits comfortably in that sweet spot: capable, balanced, precise, and incredibly satisfying to use. A knife that makes everyday vegetable preparation easier, more consistent, and just a little more enjoyable, whether you're preparing a quick dinner or working through a mountain of ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67989411791081,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/Higuchi-SakuGin3Nakiri165mm.png?v=1794491068","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/higuchi-saku-gin3-nakiri-165mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}