Usuba & Nakiri Knives - Japanese Kitchen Cutlery

Glestain 5.1 in. (130mm) Nakiri

The Glestain 5.1 in. (130mm) Nakiri provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets.

GLS813TK

Glestain Ice Handle 5 in. (130mm) Nakiri

Glestain Ice Handle 5 in. (130mm) Nakiri made using a proprietary blend of steel (440Acuto) this steel blend is perfectly balanced to hold an edge while also retaining great toughness. Made in Japan.

Only 1 Left In Stock!

GLS813TMM

Global 7.1 in. (180mm) Granton Edge Nakiri On Sale

G Series 7.1 in. (180mm) Usuba with a Granton Edge. Chop vegetables without worrying about the vegetable sticking to the blade.

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G-81

Global 7.1 in. (180mm) Vegetable Knife On Sale

The Global 7.1 in. (180mm) Usuba is the perfect vegetable knife. Made of Global's proprietary Chromova steel known for its great edge retention and durability. This knife will stay sharp and is very easy to sharpen for a Japanese steel blade. Made in Japan.

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G-5

Global 7.9 in. (200mm) Forged Nakiri

Global GF Series 7.9 in. (200mm) Usuba is a heavy duty, drop forged knife for general preparation. Favored by Professionals.

GF-36

I.O. Shen 6.5 in (165mm) Nakiri

The I.O. Shen 6.5 in (165mm) Nakiri is a standout vegetable prepping knife. The large, weighted handle allows you to chop and mince for hours with comfort and the Triplex Steel blend has 62 Rockwell hardness that tapers down to a razor edge.

MG3024

iiZa 1310 Series 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

The iiZa Echizen 1310 Series 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri is nicely weighted, making it ideal for unrolling cucumbers and great for vegetable preparation. Really smooth light feel with a bit more heft to the spine than other Echizen 1310 knives. As its name suggests, the blade has no Core blade steel, instead using an exclusive forging technique skilled Japanese Artisans blend multiple high-end steels together. This forging technique uses VG2 and VG10 steel, the two steels are folded together for even distribution the achieved result is an incredibly fine grain structure. Coreless 1310 Series Blades are tougher, hold and edge better and easier to sharpen by whetstone than nearly any other Japanese made knife. Both rare and sought after in the Sushi industry, this renowned blade will give top Chefs the best possible yield on their fish. Handle developed by Mr. Chiaki Murata of the Japan Brand Project. Comes in Wooden Presentation Box. Made in Echizen, Japan.

1310-NA170

Kikuichi Ginsan Nakiri

Kikuichi's 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri with a flat profile and good knuckle clearance is a very useful vegetable knife. This unique Sanmai (clad) series from Kikuichi uses a Ginsan (Silver 3) Steel clad by tough thin (SUS405) steel. Most handmade double-beveled Gyutos in Japan are made of Blue or White steel, the Ginsan will have the same edge retention as those steels but is nearly stain-free compared to White or Blue.
Made in: Nara, Japan

Handle: Octagonal Walnut wood with Buffalo Horn Ferrule.

GW170

Kikuichi Hammered Damascus 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

Kikuichi Hammered Damascus 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri or vegetable knife has a very flat camber to the blade's edge use this for precise vegetable work such as unraveling cucumber, julienne cuts or mincing.
Made in: Nara, Japan

WGAU17sp

Kikuichi Nickel Damascus 6.9 in. (175mm) Nakiri

The Kikuichi Nickel Damascus 6.9 in. (175mm) Nakiri will quickly become your favorite knife to use when chopping up vegetables. This lightweight, traditional Japanese knife features a beautiful rosewood handle.
Made in: Nara, Japan

NWD175

Kikuichi Warikomi Gold Nakiri

Kikuichi Warikomi Gold Nakiri:

Blade Length: 6.7 in. (170mm)

Handle Length: 122 mm

Weight: 6 ounces

Handle Type: Wood (Mahogany)

Bevel Type: Double Bevel

Steel type: VG-1

Kikuichi's Warikomi line uses high quality VG-1 sometimes known as V-Gold steel. This VG-1 (Gold) Steel is not only rare but it is highly prized due to its properties; will hold an edge (comparable to VG-10), it is tough and will chip less than a damascus clad knife, and is stain resistant. Warikomi is made San Mai style (manufactured with a soft stainless steel) like most VG steel knives; this is because the steel is so hard it would be difficult to thin and shape the blade without the softer steel coat. A Nakiri is a great vegetable and fine cut knife, the flat thin blade is ideal for fine garnishing cuts, this knife is often used to unravel cucumbers and radishes for Sushi Rolls.

WGU17

Kyocera 5.9 in. Ceramic Nakiri Vegetable Knife

Revolution series from Kyocera has a thicker blade and is stronger than the Classic series. It also comes with an ergonomic handle. Nakiri is specifically for vegetables. Can be used for chopping, slicing and mincing. The blade is white with a black handle.

FK-150 NWH

Mac Japanese Series 6.5 in. Nakiri On Sale

Cook's Illustrated Recommended!

Traditional Japanese vegetable knife with improved round MAC handle.
Thin rust resistant high carbon blade.
Ideal for peeling, slicing, dicing, and mincing.
Not dishwasher safe.

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JU-65

Mac Professional 6.5 in. (165mm) NakiriOn Sale

Mac Professional 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri is ideal for peeling, slicing, dicing, and mincing.

Professional series is a rust resistant high carbon chrome molybdenum Vanadium steel with a dark wooden handle that is well balanced. These are extremely sharp and durable. Hand Wash Only.

Knife Specs:

Knife Length: 11.38"

Weight: 5.6 oz

Blade Length: 6.50"

Blade Height: 1.85"

Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm

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MJU-65

Masahiro Carbon 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri

The Masahiro Carbon 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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MH13035

Masahiro MV 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri

The Masahiro MV 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

MH13735

Masahiro Traditional Carbon Left Handed 7 in. (180mm) Usuba

The Masahiro Traditional Carbon Left Handed 7 in. (180mm) Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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Masahiro Traditional Carbon <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> 7 in. (180mm) Usuba

MH16339

Masahiro Traditional Carbon 7 in (180mm) Usuba

Masahiro Traditional Carbon 7 in (180mm) Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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Masahiro Traditional Carbon 7 in (180mm) Usuba

MH16239

Masahiro Traditional Carbon 8.25 in (210mm) Usuba

The Masahiro Traditional Carbon 8.25 in (210mm) Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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Masahiro Traditional Carbon 8.25 in (210mm) Usuba

MH16241

Mercer Asian | 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri | Wood Handle

The Mercer Asian 165mm Nakiri knife has a double-edge, razor sharp high carbon blade, taper ground with a fine stone finish. Great for slicing through vegetables. The handle is made form traditional balsa wood for comfort. Made in Taiwan.

M24307

Mercer Genesis 7 in. Forged Nakiri Knife

Mercer Genesis 7 in. (180mm) Nakiri is on of the more popular knives sold at knife merchant. Professional cooks often choose this German Steel option because most other Steels (Japanese) are hard and once they dull they take time to re-sharpen. The Genesis knife can be honed as the edge rolls with a honing rod (Sharpening Steel) making it very convenient vs. other steel types. Made in Taiwan.

M20907

Mercer Genesis 7 in. HE Nakiri

Mercer Genesis 7 in. HE Usuba is also known as nakiri, this Asian-style knife with a classic rectangular shape is designed to quickly slice produce paper-thin. The hollow edge is to help relieve the food sticking to the blade. Steel is produced in Germany, the knife is manufactured in Taiwan.

M21067

Mercer Millennia 7 in. Nakiri Knife

Stamped high carbon stainless steel that is razor sharp and easy to maintain. Ergonomic Santoprene Polypropylene mix handle for rigorous use with textured fingertips to provide non-slip grip. These are NSF certified.

M22907

Mercer MX3 7 in. (185mm) Nakiri On Sale

Mercer Mx3 185mm Nakiri is ostensibly a vegetable knife. I find them to be fun to use and very versatile. Smash garlic, dice onions, use the wide blade to lift product from cutting board to pan and I never ding the tip. 50/50 bevel, strong and sharp.

Size: 185mm (7 1/4")

Product Material: 3 Ply Stainless Clad VG10

Handle Material: Delrin

Construction: Precision Forged

Color: Black

Blade Angle: 14°

HRC: 60-62

Country of Origin: Taiwan

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M16140

Messermeister Meridian Elite 7 in. Granton Vegetable Knife

This Asian inspired vegetable knife, also called a nakiri, combines the classic features of a European chef’s knife with the wide blade style preferred by chefs from the Far East.

E/3631-7K

Messermeister Oliva Elite 6.5 in. Nakiri

Messermeister Oliva Elite 6.5 in. Nakiri. This knife is made of a single billet of high end German Steel. The blade is hand polished the knife measures 57-58 Rockwell Hardness so it is very durable. The handle is made of natural olive wood. Blade Heigh: 2 in. Overall Length: 13.25 in. Thickness of Spine: 2.2mm Weighs: 6.9 oz.

E/6633-6.5

Minonokuni Ginsan 7.1 in. (180mm) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 3.52 mm

Blade Height: 43.8 mm

Weight: 5.7 ounces

Steel type: Ginsan (stainless)

The Minonokuni Ginsan 7.1 (180mm) Kama-Usuba is hand forged by master Minonokuni craftsmen using traditional knife making techniques. This Kasumi knife uses unique Ginsan steel and is jacketed by a softer (SUS405) Steel. This Kasumi process allows for such a hard Ginsan steel to be hammered out in a traditional method to a single sided edge. This knife features a burnt Chestnut wood handle and a Buffalo horn ferrule. A fitted Saya is included with this Minonokuni.

Minonokuni Ginsan 7.1 in. (180mm) Kama-Usuba

Silver-1641

Minonokuni Ginsan 8.3 in. (210mm) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 4.2 mm

Blade Height: 49.8 mm

Weight: 8.5 ounces

Steel type: Ginsan (stainless)

The Minonokuni Ginsan 8.3 (210mm) Kama-Usuba is hand forged by master Minonokuni craftsmen using traditional knife making techniques. This Kasumi knife uses unique Ginsan steel and is jacketed by a softer (SUS405) Steel. This Kasumi process allows for such a hard Ginsan steel to be hammered out in a traditional method to a single sided edge. This knife features a burnt Chestnut wood handle and a Buffalo horn ferrule. A fitted Saya is included with this Minonokuni.

Minonokuni Ginsan 8.3 in. (210mm) Kama-Usuba

Silver-1642

Minonokuni Homura 170mm Nakiri

Hand crafted by Japanese Master Craftsmen, this 170mm Nakiri is forged from Hitachi Blue 2 steel and clad with stainless steel. This combination provides the extreme sharpness of blue steel with the ease of maintenance from a matte finish stainless steel.

HOM-1731

Minonokuni Homura Kuro 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

Minonokuni Homura Kuro 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

Steel type: Aogami-Ko (Blue 2) Carbon

Homurra knives are crafted by top Minonokuni blacksmiths. This hand forged Nakiri made exclusively for Knife Merchant really shows the benefits of a handmade knife. This is a double beveled blade clad with soft iron; hand forged using Blue Steel retaining the knives Kurouchi finish for a rustic look, while also decreasing the cost of manufacturing. The ferrule is made of Blackwood and a handle made of Sandalwood. Made in Japan.

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Minonokuni Homura Kuro 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

AOB-2060

Minonokuni Homura Seiyo 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

Blade Width: 5.6 mm

Blade Height: 52 mm

Weight: 5.8 ounces

Steel type: Aogami-Ko (Blue)

Homura knives are crafted by top Minonokuni blacksmiths. This hand forged Nakiri made exclusively for Knife Merchant really shows the benefits of a handmade knife. This is a double beveled blade, hand forged using Blue Steel with an elegant Damascus cladding. The ferrule is made of Blackwood and a handle made of Sandalwood. Made in Japan.

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Minonokuni Homura Seiyo 6.7 in. (170mm) Nakiri

Sakura-2062

Minonokuni Matsu 180mm (7 in) Kama-Usuba

Minonokuni Matsu 180mm Kama-Usuba:

Blade Width: 3 mm
Blade Height: 45 mm
Weight: 6.65 ounces
Steel type: Aogami-ko HonKasumi Blue (not stainless)

Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. This Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables. Knife includes saya.

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Minonokuni Matsu 180mm (7 in) Kama-Usuba

Matsu-1588

Minonokuni Matsu 180mm (7 in) Usuba

Minonokuni Matsu 180mm Kama-Usuba:

Blade Width: 3 mm
Blade Height: 45 mm
Weight: 6.65 ounces
Steel type: Aogami-ko HonKasumi Blue (not stainless)

Matsu-1584

Minonokuni Matsu 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Minonokuni Matsu 210mm Kama-Usuba:

Blade Width: 4.1 mm
Blade Height: 50 mm
Weight: 8.5 ounces
Steel type: Aogami-ko HonKasumi Blue (not stainless)

Kamagata Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. This Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables. Knife includes saya.

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Minonokuni Matsu 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Matsu-1589

Minonokuni Matsu 210mm (8.3 in) Usuba

Minonokuni Matsu 210mm Usuba:

Blade Width: 3.5 mm
Blade Height: 50 mm
Weight: 9.15 ounces
Steel type: Aogami-ko HonKasumi Blue (not stainless)

Matsu-1585

Minonokuni Raku 6.7 in. Nakiri

Spine Thickness (near handle): 5.9 mm

Blade Height: 51 mm

Weight: 6 ounces

Handle Length: 5.1 in. (130mm)

Steel type: Super Aogami (Super Blue)

We are proud to introduce to America the finest work of Japan's Minonokuni Blacksmiths The Raku (Aogami Super Steel). In Japan Raku means "being happy" as well as "being easy (to maintain)." In other words we would like you to imagine a person who cooks happily using a hocho that is sharp and easy to maintain due its superior steel. This 170 mm. (6.9in) Nakiri, traditionally a vegetable knife but are growing in popularity as an all puropse knife outside of Japan. This knife's main feature would be its wide broad blade with a unusually thick spine; the way the blacksmith tapers the edge of this Nakiri from spine to belly shows the exceptional craftsmanship of these craftsmen. This is how a chef would want their Nakiri to be forged as a blade heavy knife is preffered for those who slice cut and are looking for comfort when gripping the thick heavy spine. The Super Blue Steel used in this Raku Nakiri is known for holding a fine edge for much longer than competitive steel types and is easy to reshapen. Some knives use very hard steel, it may hold an edge for awhile but hard steels can be very hard to resharpen. This is not the case with Super Blue which responds very well to ceramics and whetstones. These incredibly unique Hochos are forged by experienced Japanese Blacksmiths using the best blade and handle materials available.

Made in: Japan

Ferrule material:Buffalo Horn

Handle Material: Rosewood

Grind Style: Forged Double Bevel

Cladding Steel: Kurouchi San Mai (Blacksmith Finish)

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AOS-2061

Minonokuni Sakura 210mm (8.3 in) Damascus Kama-Usuba On Sale

Blade Width: 4.6 mm

Blade Height: 49.9 mm

Weight: 7.95 ounces

Steel type: Blue (not stainless)

The Minonokuni Sakura 8.3 in. (210mm) Kama-Usuba is a Kasumi style(two steel) traditionally forged knife using a Blue steel as the blade steel and a Damascus steel as the Jacket. These Damascus knives are made by the top blacksmiths of Minonokuni; the Kama-Usuba is known for its wide shinogi-line and very thin edge. The Kama-Usuba differs from the Usuba only in that the Kama-Usuba provides a tip to the knife allowing for a wider array of cutting techniques to be performed. The Blue steel used in this knife is prized for its edge retention properties, the handles on these Sakura knives are long and comfortable hexagonal shape handle made of red sandalwood, the ferrules are made of a black laminated wood.

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Sakura-1621

Minonokuni Sakura 210mm (8.3 in) Damascus Usuba On Sale

Blade Width: 4.75 mm

Blade Height: 51.7 mm

Weight: 8.55 ounces

Steel type: Blue (not stainless)

The Minonokuni Sakura 8.3 in. (210mm) Usuba is a Kasumi style(two steel) traditionally forged knife using a Blue steel as the blade steel and a Damascus steel as the Jacket. These Damascus knives are made by the top blacksmiths of Minonokuni; the Usuba is known for its wide shinogi-line and very thin edge making it the best knife when doing precise vegetable work such as a rotary peeling technique. The Blue steel used in this knife is prized for its edge retention properties, the handles on these Sakura knives are long and comfortable hexagonal shape handle made of red sandalwood, the ferrules are made of a black laminated wood.

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Sakura-1620

Minonokuni Take - 180mm Left Handed Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 4.2 mm

Blade Height: 45 mm

Weight: 6.65 ounces

Steel type: Kasumi shiro-ko (white paper #2)(not stainless)

The kamagata usuba is used as a vegetable knife. Lighter than a traditional usuba and with a sharp point, the kama-usuba shape is more popular in Japan than the traditional usuba. Meant for use on left hand.

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Minonokuni Take - 180mm <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> Kama-Usuba

Take-1583L

Minonokuni Také 180mm (7 in.) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 4.2 mm

Blade Height: 45 mm

Weight: 6.65 ounces

Steel type: Kasumi shiro-ko (white paper #2)(not stainless)

The kamagata usuba is used as a vegetable knife. Lighter than a traditional usuba and with a sharp point, the kama-usuba shape is more popular in Japan than the traditional usuba.

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Minonokuni Také 180mm (7 in.) Kama-Usuba

Take-1583

Minonokuni Také 180mm (7 in.) Usuba

Blade Width: 3.8 mm

Blade Height: 45 mm

Weight: 6.4 ounces

Steel type: Kasumi shiro-ko (white paper #2)(not stainless)

Také 180mm Usuba is a vegetable knife used for making extremely precise cuts with clean lines.

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Take-1579

Minonokuni Take 180mm Left Handed Usuba

Blade Width: 3.8 mm

Blade Height: 45 mm

Weight: 6.4 ounces

Steel type: Kasumi shiro-ko (white paper #2)(not stainless)

Také 180mm Usuba is a vegetable knife used for making extremely precise cuts with clean lines.

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Minonokuni Take 180mm <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> Usuba

Take-1579L

Minonokuni Také 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 4.3 mm

Blade Height: 49 mm

Weight: 9.3 ounces

Steel type: shiro-ko kasumi(white paper #2)(not stainless)

Také 210 mm (8.2 in) Kamagata Usuba is a Japanese all-purpose vegetable knife.

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Minonokuni Také 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Take-1584

Minonokuni Také 210mm (8.25 in) Usuba

Blade Width: 4.1 mm

Blade Height: 50 mm

Weight: 9.15 ounces

Steel type:Kasumi shiro-ko (white paper #2)(not stainless)

Také 210 mm (8.25 in) Usuba is a Japanese all-purpose vegetable knife .

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Take-1580

Minonokuni Ume - 180mm (7.1 in) Left Handed Usuba

Blade Width: 3.5 mm

Blade Height: 44 mm

Weight: 5.5 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 180mm Left Handed Ume Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. This Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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Minonokuni Ume - 180mm (7.1 in) <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> Usuba

Ume-1592L

Minonokuni Ume 180mm (7 in) Left Handed Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 2.9 mm

Blade Height: 44 mm

Weight: 5.45 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 180mm (7 in) Left Handed Kama-Usuba one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. The Kama Usuba is the perfect vegetable knife, the shape is very utilitarian and some chefs will use this for 90 percent of their work. Broad blade makes it easy to control. Good for cutting, smashing garlic and lifting cut veggies from the cutting board to the pan.

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Minonokuni Ume 180mm (7 in) <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> Kama-Usuba

Ume-1595L

Minonokuni Ume 180mm (7 in) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 3.8 mm

Blade Height: 44 mm

Weight: 5.45 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 180mm (7 in) Ume Kama-Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. The kamagata usuba is used as a vegetable knife. Lighter than a traditional usuba and with a sharp point, the kama-usuba shape is more popular in Japan than the traditional usuba.

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Ume-1595

Minonokuni Ume 180mm (7 in) Usuba

Blade Width: 3.5 mm

Blade Height: 44 mm

Weight: 5.5 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 180mm Ume Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. This Usuba provides for very clean, straight cuts and is used by sushi chefs to roll-cut cucumbers into very long thin sheets. This knife is ideal for cutting, chopping and mincing fruits and vegetables.

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Ume-1592

Minonokuni Ume 195mm (7.67 in.) Usuba

Blade Width: 3.1 mm

Blade Height: 47 mm

Weight: 6.15 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 195mm (7.7 in) Ume Kama-Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. The kamagata usuba is used as a vegetable knife. Lighter than a traditional usuba and with a sharp point, the kama-usuba shape is more popular in Japan than the traditional usuba.

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Ume-1593

Minonokuni Ume 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Blade Width: 4.2 mm

Blade Height: 49 mm

Weight: 8.55 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 210mm (8.25 in) Ume Kama-Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. The kamagata usuba is used as a vegetable knife. Lighter than a traditional usuba and with a sharp point, the kama-usuba shape is more popular in Japan than the traditional usuba.

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Minonokuni Ume 210mm (8.25 in) Kama-Usuba

Ume-1597

Minonokuni Ume 210mm (8.3 in) Left Handed Usuba

Blade Width: 3.8 mm

Blade Height: 49 mm

Weight: 8.4 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 210mm (8.25 in) LEFT handed Usuba made of hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. Usuba is the perfect vegetable knife, the shape is very utilitarian and some chefs will use this for 90 percent of their work. Broad blade makes it easy to control. Good for cutting, smashing garlic and lifting cut veggies from the cutting board to the pan.

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Minonokuni Ume 210mm (8.3 in) <font color=#156571>Left Handed</font> Usuba

Ume-1594L

Minonokuni Ume 210mm (8.3 in) Usuba

Blade Width: 3.8 mm

Blade Height: 49 mm

Weight: 8.4 ounces

Steel type: SK5 high carbon (not stainless)

The 210mm (8.25 in) Ume Usuba is a one sided, hand forged, pure carbon vegetable knife. Usuba is the perfect vegetable knife, the shape is very utilitarian and some chefs will use this for 90 percent of their work. Broad blade makes it easy to control. Good for cutting, smashing garlic and lifting cut veggies from the cutting board to the pan.

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Ume-1594

Miyabi Birchwood 6.5 in. Nakiri

Miyabi Birchwood 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri made of Miyabi's SG2 (Powdered Steel) This unique blend of steel is used for its excellent edge retention and ability to be sharpened. The Nakiri primarily a vegetable knife, the flat blade profile is very adept at making fine cuts from vegetables needed to garnish dishes. Made in Japan.

34375-173

Miyabi Evolution 6.5 in. Nakiri On Sale

The Evolution 6.5 in. Nakiri is excellent for vegetables. Chop, mince, slice and dice! You can also use this blade to crush garlic and other bulb/root vegetables.

Miyabi Evolution 6.5 in. Nakiri <font color=red>On Sale</font>

34025-173

Miyabi KOH 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri On Sale

Miyabi Koh 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri made of FC61 fine carbide stainless steel with a black Pakkawood octagonal handle. The steel being used in this blade mimics the toughness of German steel but also add the edge retention of Japanese steel. These knife are made in Seki, Japan.

Miyabi KOH 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri <font color=red>On Sale</font>

33952-173

Shun Classic Blonde Nakiri On Sale

The Shun Classic Blonde 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri Vegetable Knife is used for cutting vegetables, and isn't used like a chef's knife. Best used when preparing salad and stir-fry. Made in Japan.

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Shun Classic Nakiri On Sale

The Shun Classic 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri Vegetable Knife is used for cutting vegetables, and isn't used like a chef's knife. Best used when preparing salad and stir-fry. Made in Japan.

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Shun Kanso 7 in. Asian Utility Knife

Shun Kanso 7 in. Asian Utility Knife is used for chopping and dicing vegetables. Can also be used to smash garlic. Shun Kanso is Japanese AUS10A refined, high carbon vanadium stainless steel with a razor sharp 16 degree 2 sided edge. The Heritage finish is designed to hide scratches and will patina over time to further complete the vintage look. It’s completed with a Tagayasan Wood handle riveted on a full tang blade.

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Shun Kanso HG Nakiri

The Shun Kanso 6.5 in. HG Nakiri is made of Japanese AUS10 Steel and a Tagayasan wooden handle. This "vegetable" knife is meant for high usage fruit and vegetable prep. A push cut is the ideal way to use this knife and the dimpled edge keeps your fruits and veggies from sticking to the blade. Made in Japan.

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Shun Premier 5.5 in. Nakiri

The Shun Premier 5.5 in. (140mm) Nakiri has chefs and cooking enthusiasts around the world talking about this beautiful and extremely useful tool whenever they have quantities of fruits or vegetables to chop, slice, or dice. This knife uses High-Carbon Japanese VG10 steel embedded in layers of Damascus. Knife Merchant recommends sharpening this knife by hand when it dulls for best results. Please wash this knife by hand. Made in Japan.

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Suncraft Kawashima 6.5 in. Nakiri

Maufactured by Suncraft for Messermeister, the Kawashima is an excellent price for a laminated SG2 powdered steel blade. 65 Rockwell with Eco-Brass bolsters and Walnut colored Paka-Wood handles. (eco-brass means that it's lead free).
This Nakiri has a slightly forward leaning tip which is very helpful for things like slicing celery lengthwise before dicing.

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Suncraft Senzo Clad 180mm Nakiri On Sale

The Senzo Clad series is a beautifully designed for the working chef or home cook. Well-shaped European-style handles that can be used for many hours without discomfort, and incredibly sharp blades that respond extremely well to honing. The laminated blade is of SanMai construction with a core of Japanese AUS-10 steel that has been hardened to 59/60° HRC. Made in Japan, these blades are sharpened by hand on a water wheel using the traditional “Honbazuke” technique. Fun to use and easy to maintain the Senzo Clad series is an elegant addition to any kitchen.

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Wusthof Classic 7 in. Hollow Edge Nakiri

- Forged from one piece of specially tempered high carbon steel to ensure outstanding strength.
- High impact resistant black handle made of synthetic material.
- Wide, thin blade.
- Very sharp.
- Made in Solingen / Germany.
- The blade shape finds its origin in Japan. A versatile vegetable cleaver for slicing, dicing and chopping even large vegetables. Thanks to the thin and wide blade it produces very fine and even cuts.
- And like all WUSTHOF knives the sharpness of the Nakiri can be easily maintained by using one of the WUSTHOF draw sharpeners.

Product Specifications:

Production Method: Forged

Blade Length: 7 in

Blade Width: 1.9 in.

Knife Length: 11.4 in.

Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Wusthof Classic 7 in. Hollow Edge Nakiri

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Wusthof Classic Ikon 7 in. HE Nakiri

Production Method: Forged

Blade Length: 7 in

Blade Width: 1.9 in.

Knife Length: 11.7 in.

Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

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Zwilling Four Star 6.5 in. Nakiri

The Zwilling Four Star Nakiri is built for comfort and to last. Using Fully Forged Ice Hardened German Steel with a classic handle design that is wide and won't easily slip. This Nakiri features a flat profiled blade to easily chop or slice herbs, fruit, and vegetables. Made in Solingen, Germany.

Blade Length: 6.5" (165mm)

Blade Height: 1.62" (40mm)

Weight: 4.5 ounces

Spine Thickness: 2mm

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