{"title":"Nakiri knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged specifically for precision vegetable preparation, the \u003cb\u003eNakiri\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003e菜切\u003c\/i\u003e) is an indispensable blade in traditional Japanese culinary craft. Characterized by its straight edge, rectangular profile, and flat spine, the Nakiri allows for complete, uniform contact with the cutting board in a single clean vertical stroke—eliminating accordion cuts on onions, cabbages, and dense root vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Western cleavers, the Nakiri is ground exceptionally thin behind the edge, allowing it to glide through produce without tearing delicate cell structures or causing food to push away. Our collection features hand-forged 160mm and 165mm Nakiri blades crafted by Japan’s most revered blacksmiths and foundries. Explore options built around elite powdered steels like \u003cb\u003eSG2 (R2)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eSLD tool steel\u003c\/b\u003e, as well as traditional high-carbon steels finished with hand-hammered \u003ci\u003etsuchime\u003c\/i\u003e textures, \u003ci\u003ekurouchi\u003c\/i\u003e forge scale, and ergonomic octagonal wa-handles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-3-layer-nakiri-160mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD 3-Layer Nakiri 160mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged for precise vegetable preparation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHatsukokoro Hikari Nakiri\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pairs modern metallurgical performance with understated Japanese minimalism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Built around a core of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSLD cold-work die steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wrapped in a 3-layer protective stainless cladding,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this blade delivers carbon-steel-like edge holding and toughness with near-stainless ease of maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe classic 160mm flat-profile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003enakiri\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shape ensures complete edge contact with the cutting board,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e making short work of dense root vegetables,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e herbs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and precise julienne cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Polished along the choil and spine with an ultra-thin bevel grind,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the blade is finished with a lightweight octagonal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMediterranean olive wood wa-handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that highlights warm,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e natural grain contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSLD Die Steel Core (61–62 HRC):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High-alloy core offering exceptional sharpness retention,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e structural strength,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3-Layer Stainless Cladding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e San-mai construction designed to protect the core steel while ensuring smooth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e effortless food release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e160mm Nakiri Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The ultimate flat-edged vegetable knife designed for clean vertical push-cuts without food tearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOctagonal Olive Wood Wa-Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-finished Mediterranean olive wood offering comfortable pinch-grip balance and crisp 0px architectural lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBrand: Hatsukokoro\u003cbr\u003eSeries: Hikari\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Sanjo, Japan\u003cbr\u003eShape: Nakiri\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Construction: San Mai\u003cbr\u003eCore Steel: SLD Semi-Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 60-62 HRC\u003cbr\u003eCladding: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Migaki (\"Polished\")\u003cbr\u003eEngraving: Laser Engraved (\"Hatsukokoro\")\u003cbr\u003eEdge: Double-Bevel, Even (50\/50)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle Shape: Octagonal\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Olive Wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 6.3\" (160mm)\u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 6.3\" (160mm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 2\" (50mm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 5\" (127mm)\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 11.9\" (303mm)\u003cbr\u003eSpine Thickness: 1.8mm at Heel\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 5.5 oz. (157g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). Although this knife is made from a semi-stainless steel cutting core, the core steel on the cutting edge may patina and change color over time. This is normal and not a defect as the knife develops this protective patina. This knife is made from semi-stainless steel with stainless steel cladding, so it will not rust as easily as a full carbon steel knife, but care must still be taken to preserve its beauty and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48419198566630,"sku":null,"price":159.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/2_7734b372-f9d4-4e9b-b19f-55bded39cb12.jpg?v=1790010983"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/collections\/4_30bd02d0-0811-4b0f-a326-5db787811760.jpg?v=1790011211","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/collections\/nakiri-knives.oembed","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}