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Yashima Nogu Kogyo Nakiri-bocho 165mm・Shirogami #1
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Product Description
At the risk of appearing militant, if you've never owned or used a nakiri then you must change. We should all eat more vegetables, and a nakiri will encourage good habits in that direction. You'll be at market looking for cuttables as much as edibles.
Cutting feel of this steel is satisfying, aided by a deep blade path, and when you're knocking out a Japanese breakfast (378 cuts this morning) that makes a difference to your life. Sharpening is straightforward and stress free.
OK, the edge will be comparatively delicate and you should be mindful of sand or grit among the leaves if your vegetables are really fresh, and it's straight-through-cutting only, please - no working your knife through a hard cheese or winter squash. A shirogami #1 nakiri is not a knife you want to muscle. Let the sharpness do the work.
So, buy a nakiri. Buy this nakiri. You'll be rewarded with pleasure in the kitchen, a healthy diet and quite possibly a longer, happier life.
| Blade steel: | YSS Shirogami #1 | nantetsu |
| Bevel: | Ryōba double bevel |
| Blade construction: | Sanmai |
| Left-handed available: | Handle and blade suit both hands |
| Handle: | Hounoki (magnolia) |
| Ferrule: | Plastic |
| Blade length: | 165mm |
| Overall Length: | 310mm |
| Blade height: | 50mm |
| Blade spine: | 2.5mm |
| Handle length: | 128mm |
| Handle dimensions: | 29x23mm |
| Weight in hand: | 139g |
Product Reviews
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Solid General Purpose Nakiri
Posted by Erik on 3rd Aug 2023
This is a nice, taller nakiri with a grind that lends itself to all around use. It's not too thick nor too thin so it is pleasant in use without being delicate. It has a touch of heft but still feels easy to wield.
Real nice value here. I'll likely end up with the 180mm version as well.
Although not necessary, it's also a good base for some enhancement project work if you're so inclined.
