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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.
Got this for my husband's birthday and he's been using it non stop. The blade is stupid sharp out the box and absolutely glides through veg - onions just fall apart. Hammered finish actually does stop things sticking which I was sceptical about. Massive step up from our old supermarket knife set. Came really well packaged too.
The handle shape took a bit of getting used to - it's a bit slim for my hands. Blade is fantastic though, really thin and precise. Makes light work of a pile of mushrooms and the edge hasnt needed a touch up yet. Arrived next day which was a bonus.
Its a decent enough nakiri but honestly for £60 I thought it'd feel a bit more special. The blade is sharp out the box and chops through veg fine, but the balance feels a touch forward for me and the handle is just ok. Maybe I need to get used to the flat profile but I keep reaching for my old chef knife when doing bigger prep. Not bad, just not sure I'd buy it again.
Got this for my wife as she does all the veg prep for our Sunday roasts, she's over the moon with it. I've used it a few times too and the blade just glides through carrots and potatoes like they're not even there. The hammered finish actually does stop things sticking which I thought was a bit of a gimmick but it works. Feels well balanced, not too heavy at the front which my old nakiri was. Came in a nice box as well, proper presentation.
Its a decent knife, sharp enough out the box and it does make short work of cabbages and onions. But for sixty quid I thought the steel would hold an edge a bit longer, I'm finding I have to give it a few passes on the honing rod after a couple of big prep sessions. The handle is fine but nothing special, feels a bit light in the hand compared to what I'm used to. Does the job, just not blown away.
Bought this for the missus, she does all the veg prep. Its stupidly sharp, sliced through a butternut squash like butter. The blade shape is perfect for chopping, no rocking needed just straight up and down. Very happy with it.
Ok so I've been using this nakiri for about 3 weeks now mainly for veg prep at home. Massive upgrade from my old supermarket knife which was basically blunt after a month. The AUS10 steel holds an edge really well, still sharp as day one. The flat profile is spot on for push cuts through cabbage, peppers, courgettes. Hammered finish definitely helps with food release, potatoes don't stick half as much. Came in a nice box as well which was a bonus.
got this nakiri as a birthday present for myself. honestly makes prepping veg the best part of cooking now. proper sharp out the box, went through a butternut squash like it was butter. the flat blade is spot on for chopping onions and herbs, no accordion bits left attached. hammered finish does seem to stop stuff sticking. only had it a couple weeks but edge is holding up nicely. came well packaged too. if you do a lot of veg this is a no brainer.
It's decent but I'm not as blown away as I expected to be for £60. Edge is fine but my old Victorinox does nearly the same job honestly. The flat profile takes a bit of getting used to if you've only used western knives. Not a bad knife at all, just nothing special for the price point I think.
Really solid knife for the price. Sharp out the box and makes short work of veg prep. Only gripe is the handle is a bit slim for my hands, took a couple days to adjust. Would still recommend to anyone wanting a nakiri without spending silly money.
