Sakai Kikumori Nashiji Nakiri 165mm
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Nakiri – The Vegetable Knife
The nakiri is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife, defined by its straight edge and tall, rectangular blade. Designed for clean, even cuts through vegetables and herbs, it excels at push-cutting, chopping and slicing without rocking. The generous blade height provides excellent knuckle clearance and makes it ideal for high-volume prep.
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Nashiji – Pear-Skin Finish
Nashiji translates to “pear skin,” referring to the softly textured, mottled surface left on the blade. This organic finish helps reduce food sticking while giving the knife a refined yet rustic appearance.
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Sakai Kikumori – Sakai Craftsmanship
Made in Sakai, Osaka, Sakai Kikumori represents over a century of Japanese knife-making tradition. Working closely with skilled blacksmiths and sharpeners, their knives are known for precise geometry, excellent balance and dependable performance.
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Blue #2 (Aogami) Carbon Steel
Blue #2 is a high-carbon steel with added alloying for improved edge retention and toughness. It offers excellent sharpness while remaining resilient enough for everyday kitchen use — a favourite for cooks seeking performance without fragility.
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Steel Care
• Hand wash immediately after use — never use a dishwasher
• Dry thoroughly to prevent rust or discolouration
• Use wooden or rubberised chopping boards
• Store safely: block, rack or saya
• Strop regularly and sharpen with whetstones as needed
• Carbon steel will develop a patina over time — this is natural and protective
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Nakiri
• Maker: Sakai Kikumori
• Construction: Stainless clad san-mai
• Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami) Carbon Steel
• Handle: Natural Oak
• Blade length: 165mm
• Total length: 310mm
• Blade height (heel): 59mm
• Weight: 195g
• Hardness: HRC 62
• Blade finish: Nashiji
• Edge grind: 50/50
• Thickness behind edge: 0.35mm
• Spine thickness at heel: 3.30mm
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Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery may request age verification and withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
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