Shun Classic Nakiri

Experience the precision and elegance of the Shun Classic Nakiri, a traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed for everyday chopping, slicing, and dicing of produce. Nakiri means "vegetable knife" in Japanese, and once you grip this blade you'll understand why professional chefs and home cooks alike reach for it whenever they prep fruits and vegetables.

With its straight blade, edge, and spine, the Nakiri glides through vegetables with a simple push cut—no rocking motion required. From daily salad prep to slicing vegetables for stir-fry, it delivers clean, swift cuts and effortless control. The blunt end adds safety when mincing onions or working near delicate produce.

Key features:

• Traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed for precise vegetable prep
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and finely grained for a razor-sharp, long-lasting edge
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding on each side (68 total) to support the core, enhance stain resistance, and promote food release
• D-shaped ebony PakkaWood® handles are comfortable for left- and right-handed users, durable, beautiful, and bacteria-resistant
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan for a heritage of quality and precision
• Ideal for daily salad prep and slicing vegetables for stir-fry, with a razor-sharp 16° edge
• Safe and easy onion dicing thanks to the blunt end

Elevate your kitchen with a knife that pairs artful Japanese craftsmanship with modern performance. The Shun Classic Nakiri brings professional-grade control to your produce prep—reliable, precise, and a joy to use every day.