Experience Effortless, Clean Cuts Through Every Vegetable
The Shun Classic Nakiri Knife 16.5cm is the traditional Japanese blade purpose-built for plant-based prep - where precision meets the rhythm of daily cooking.
The Nakiri's straight, flat blade is engineered for the up-and-down chopping motion - making full contact with the board on every stroke for clean, precise cuts with no rocking or tearing. From paper-thin cucumber slices to chunky root vegetables, the Nakiri handles it all with quiet authority. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel, bead-blasted to reveal its flowing wave-like pattern, while the ebony PakkaWood® D-shaped handle provides a secure, comfortable grip through even the longest prep sessions.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash only, never dishwasher
Dry immediately after washing
Hone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16° edge
Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade
