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Blade Length
7"
Steel Type
AUS10 SteelCompare →
Handle
Olive Wood
Knife Type
NakiriCompare →
Best For
Vegetables, Chopping, Slicing
Precision.
Balance.
Craft.
Chitose 7" Nakiri Knife 菜切り包丁
The Chitose 7" Nakiri Knife delivers the precision and balance of professional Japanese-style cutlery, designed to make vegetable preparation effortless and elegant. Its broad blade and fine edge transform everyday chopping into a smooth, controlled experience.
AUS10 Steel Core
Forged from premium AUS10 steel, the blade combines impressive hardness with excellent edge retention. Honed to a razor-sharp cutting angle, it glides through everything from tender herbs to dense root vegetables. The hammered finish across the upper blade reduces drag and prevents food from sticking, ensuring each cut is clean and efficient.
Olive Wood Handle
The handle is crafted from golden olive wood, prized for its warm color and naturally intricate grain. Smooth and beautifully contoured, it offers a comfortable, balanced grip that remains secure even during long prep sessions. Its octagonal design provides both control and elegance for chefs and home cooks alike.
Effortless Cutting Performance
Perfectly weighted and thoughtfully balanced, the Chitose Nakiri allows for clean, precise cuts and easy scooping of prepared ingredients. Its wide blade and razor-sharp edge make it ideal for all types of vegetable work, from fine chiffonades to hearty slices.
A Statement of Culinary Craftsmanship
Combining modern AUS10 performance with the timeless beauty of olive wood, the Chitose 7" Nakiri Knife is more than a kitchen tool. It is a piece of functional art that elevates your cooking experience and brings both luxury and confidence to every meal.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Our knives are guaranteed to be the sharpest you’ve ever owned. No exceptions, no compromises. Just razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15° (compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives), our blades allow for smoother, faster cuts, enhancing your cooking efficiency by 2 to 3 times.
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Step 1, Rinse
Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher, the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2, Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink, even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3, Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer, it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it, no special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use. With these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Bought this after my old nakiri finally gave up after years of use. The AUS10 steel keeps an edge really well, used it daily for a couple weeks and only needed a quick strop. It's a bit heavier than I expected but actually helps with dense veg like celeriac. Came really well packaged too. My only gripe is the handle could do with being slightly longer for my big hands, but that's subjective.
Sharp out the box, does a brilliant job on onions and peppers. Handle is a bit thin for my liking but that's just a personal thing. Would recommend for the price.
Bought this for my wife's birthday as she's been eyeing nakiris for a while. She loves it, uses it for all her veg prep. Came in a nice box too. Only thing is I'm not allowed to use it now haha.
I've been using a cheap utility knife for veg for years and finally decided to get a proper nakiri. The AUS10 steel is no joke, I've sharpened it once since I got it a month ago and it's still scary sharp. Bit heavier than I expected but the weight actually helps with chopping through squash and sweet potato. The hammered pattern looks lovely too. Delivery was quick, well packaged.
Got this nakiri after wanting one for ages. The flat blade makes chopping onions and carrots so much easier, honestly feels like it glides through. The hammered finish actually does stop stuff sticking which I was a bit sceptical about. Edge is still proper sharp after a few weeks of daily use. Proper upgrade from my old santoku.
Really good knife for the money, use it most days now for chopping veg. Flat profile means you can get right through an onion without leaving those annoying accordion bits at the end. Only minor thing is it's slightly heavier than my old nakiri so my wrist noticed it after a big batch cook, but I've got used to it. Still would recommend.
Got this nakiri for doing the weekly veg prep and honestly it's spot on. Razor sharp out the box, goes through carrots and swede like they're butter. The hammered finish does seem to help with spuds sticking less as well. Handle feels solid, not some flimsy thing. Massive upgrade from my old supermarket knife.
Bought this as a birthday present for my wife who cooks a lot. She was using some old knife from a set for years and this is a massive upgrade. The AUS10 holds an edge really well, we've used it daily for about 3 weeks and it's still sharp as anything. Mainly does onions, peppers, cabbage, that sort of thing. The weight feels solid but not heavy. She said the flat profile took a couple goes to get used to but now she won't use anything else. Arrived next day and well packaged.
Got this for veg prep and it's a proper little workhorse. Cuts through carrots and swede with zero effort, the flat blade makes push cuts feel really natural. Came properly sharp out the box, only needed a quick strop. Hammered finish actually does help food not stick. Well happy.
Brilliant little knife this. Got it for me mum, she chops veg like a pro now. The hammered pattern on the blade isnt just for show, stuff glides right off. Used it myself to dice an onion and it was silky smooth. For the price, its a steal.
