Satake Japanese Knife for Precise Cutting of Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs
This knife is the perfect choice if you want to make thin slices of vegetables and fruits. With its help, you can precisely chop ingredients into small pieces, ready for your salad or pan. It easily allows for various cutting techniques like julienne or chiffonade.
The thin, rectangular blade shape is ideal for even cutting, while the straight cutting edge enables vertical push-cutting, which is necessary for many techniques. It's easy and comfortable to use, making even prolonged work simpler.
The history of the Nakiri (菜切) knife dates back approximately to the Edo period in the 17th century. Its characteristic is its straight blade, which makes it perfect for precise cuts on all kinds of vegetables. The word "nakiri" literally means "vegetable cutter" in Japanese, and the knife's design reflects this purpose. The blade is generally thinner than other Japanese knives, allowing for delicate slicing without crushing or bruising vegetables. The straight edge also enables push-cutting, a common technique in Japanese cuisine where the knife is pushed straight down to make clean cuts. The exact origin of the Nakiri knife is unknown, but it is presumed to have evolved from other Japanese vegetable knives like the Usuba and the Deba. The popularity of Nakiri knives grew during the Edo period, when the demand for plant-based diets increased the need for specialized vegetable knives.
Blade Material: U420J2 (Nippon Koshuha) stainless steel
Handle Material: Rubber wood
Hardness: 56 HRC
Overall Length: 30 cm
Blade Length: 16 cm
Blade Width: 5.1 cm
Blade Thickness: Approximately 1.3 mm
Cutting Edge Design: Double symmetrical
Weight: Approximately 95 g
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Article No.: 801-621
Blade material - AUS-8A stainless steel
Handle material - magnolia wood (lilio wood)
Hardness - 58-59 HRC
Overall length - 31 cm
Blade length - 16 cm
Blade width - 5,1 cm
Blade thickness - approx. 1,8 mm
Cutting edge design - double symmetrical
Weight - approx. 120 gs.
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Article No.: 801-423
Blade material - AUS-8A stainless steel
Handle material - walnut
Hardness - 58-59 HRC
Total length - 31 cm
Blade length - 17.5 cm
Blade width - 4.8 cm
Blade thickness - approx. 1 mm
Cutting edge design - double-sided symmetrical
Weight - 103 g
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Item number: 808-033
Blade material - AUS-8A stainless steel
Handle material - Hard plastic laminate
Hardness - 58-59 HRC
Overall length - 29,7 cm
Blade length - 16 cm
Blade width - 4,8 cm
Blade thickness - approx. 1,7 mm
Cutting edge design - double symmetrical
Weight - approx. 175 g
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Article No.: 803-649
Blade Material: U420J2 (Nippon Koshuha) stainless steel
Handle Material: Natural wood
Hardness: 56 HRC
Overall Length: 28.5 cm
Blade Length: 16 cm
Blade Width: 5 cm
Blade Thickness: Approximately 1.5 mm
Cutting Edge Design: Single-sided
Weight: Approximately 97 g
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Article No.: 803-731
Blade Material: Forged Damascus stainless steel with a VG-10 core
Handle Material: Pakka wood
Hardness: 60 HRC ±1
Total Length: 29.6 cm
Blade Length: 17.0 cm
Blade Width: 4.9 cm
Blade Thickness: 2.1 mm
Cutting Edge Design: Symmetrical
Weight: Approximately 188 g
Manufacturer: Satake Cutlery Mfg. Co., Ltd. Made in Japan.
Article No.: 806-923
The Benefits of Nakiri Knives
The Nakiri knife, this distinctive Japanese kitchen knife, is a master of precisely processing vegetables and fruits. While a chef's knife (like the Gyuto) is versatile, the Nakiri stands out with its specialized function, offering numerous advantages in the kitchen:
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Unparalleled Precision for Vegetables: The Nakiri's thin, rectangular blade and straight cutting edge are ideal for creating uniform, thin slices of vegetables and fruits without crushing or bruising them. This shape enables the execution of perfect julienne or chiffonade cutting techniques.
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Efficient Chopping and Slicing: The straight blade shape allows for vertical, push-cutting, which is especially effective for quickly and precisely chopping vegetables. Whether it's for salads or stir-fries, ingredients can be prepared in moments.
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Comfortable and Easy to Use: The Nakiri knife is designed by Satake and other Japanese manufacturers to fit comfortably in the hand, facilitating even prolonged work. The intuitive blade shape makes it easy to handle, even for beginners.
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Historical Background and Specialization: With a history dating back to the Edo period in the 17th century, the Nakiri was specifically developed for cutting vegetables. The word "nakiri" literally means "vegetable cutter," which perfectly reflects the knife's purpose and optimized design.
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Ideal Tool for Vegetable-Centric Kitchens: If your diet heavily features fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs, this kitchen knife will be an essential tool. It makes vegetable preparation more enjoyable and efficient.
The Nakiri knife is a brilliant example of Japanese craftsmanship, complementing kitchen equipment with its specialized function, especially for those who place great emphasis on the precise and aesthetic processing of vegetables.