Nakiri Knife
Vegetable Knife
• The Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Wide, flat blade designed for a straight up-and-down chopping motion: onions, butternut squash, carrots.
• Wide enough to scoop food off the board or smash garlic with the flat side of the blade.
• Japanese AUS-10 steel core with two layers of protective stainless steel (San-Mai construction). Rated HRC 58-60. Stays sharp for months.
• Hand-forged with a Kurouchi blacksmith's finish. Food releases instead of sticking, and the dark forged texture protects against rust.
• Ebony and rosewood Wa handle. Light, well-balanced, comfortable to hold.
• When will it arrive?
Same day dispatch on orders before 12PM GMT, next working day for everything else. Free shipping on orders over £99. Most UK deliveries arrive within 1-3 working days.
Full details on our shipping policy page.
• What if I'm not happy?
14-day returns, no questions asked. Every knife also comes with a 6-month warranty. If something's not right, get in touch and we'll sort it out.
Full details on our returns page.
• How do I look after it?
Hand wash and dry after use. Avoid leaving it sitting wet, and keep it away from bones or frozen foods. When the edge needs a refresh, a dual-sided whetstone will have it sharp again in a few minutes.
Full care guide here.
• Will it rust?
AUS-10 has high corrosion resistance for a carbon steel. The Kurouchi finish adds another layer of protection. Just hand wash, dry it off, and you won't have any issues.
• Which knife should I start with?
Gyuto if you want an all-rounder. Nakiri if you cook a lot of vegetables. Petty for detail work. Can't decide? The Starter Kit comes with a knife, saya, and whetstone.
• Where is it made?
Forged from AUS-10 steel from Tokai, Japan. Three-layer San-Mai construction with a hard cutting core wrapped in two layers of protective stainless steel.
What our customers say
148 verified reviews, 4.91 average rating
"Writing this as a professional chef. The weight is extremely well balanced, making veg prep easy and safer."
"Fantastic value for money. Having researched many Japanese knives, I am delighted to have found Yuzu."
"Super sharp, very light, the handle is very comfortable to hold. Very happy with how cheap this is compared to other brands."
Why Yuzu Knives?
Budget knives vs Yuzu vs high-end Japanese brands
| Yuzu | Budget knives | High-end £200+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel | AUS-10, HRC 58-60 | Stainless, HRC 54-56 | High carbon steel |
| Construction | San-Mai 3-layer | Single layer | San-Mai |
| Edge retention | High | Low | Very high |
| Easy to sharpen | |||
| Handle | Ebony & sandalwood | Plastic | Various wood |
| Rust protection | Kurouchi finish | ||
| Price | £65 – £95 | £20 – £40 | £200+ |