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Yoshihiro VG-10 16 Layer Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel Nakiri Vegetable Knife 6.5'' (165mm)

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Nakiri 6.5" (165mm)
Mahogany Handle

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  • Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.
  • One of the most popular knives that a cook can have today is a Japanese Vegetable knife known as a Nakiri knife. The Nakiri is a Japanese double edged knife with a flat cutting edge. The flatness allows for the whole length of the knife to come in contact with the cutting board with each stroke. This is particularly helpful when chopping vegetables since it eliminates those imperfect cuts in which ingredients are hanging by a string.
  • Reminiscent of a small cleaver, this knife is cherished for its ability to chop through root vegetables to thinly slicing delicate tomatoes. From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, the simplest of tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
  • Proudly made in Japan. This knife is complimented with a premium Western Style Handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
  • Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.
  • Blade Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel / Edge Angle: Double Edged / Grade: Damascus / Handle Shape: Western / Handle Material: Mahogany / HRC: 60 / Knife Style: Nakiri Vegetable Knife / Saya Cover: None / Stain Resistant: Yes / Made in Japan

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VG-10 16 Layer Hammered Damascus Nakiri Vegetable Knife

Yoshihiro Cutlery
Yoshihiro Cutlery

Yoshihiro Cutlery is a company specializing in handcrafted premium Japanese kitchen knives.

All Yoshihiro knives are handcrafted by Artisans with a lineage spanning centuries. The origins of the techniques used to create Yoshihiro knives dates back to medieval Japanese sword smiths who perfected the technique of handling fire, iron, and water. Our selections are far and wide and is a culmination of seven centuries of tradition intertwining with modern innovation inspired from Japanese ingenuity.

Yoshihiro VG-10 Hammered Damascus Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Knife

Nakiri Vegetable Knife, Handcrafted in Japan

Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial one of the great seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.

  • One of the most popular knives that a cook can have today is a Japanese Vegetable knife known as a Nakiri knife.
  • The Nakiri is a Japanese double-edged knife with a flat cutting edge. The flatness allows for the whole length of the knife to come in contact with the cutting board with each stroke.
  • From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, the simplest of tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
  • It lends itself well to chopping and its thin and flat blade edge is designed to make full contact with your cutting surface for a full cut w/ less chance for vegetables sticking together by a thread.
  • From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, the simplest of tasks are elevated with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
  • Handcrafted in Japan
Handcrafted by Japanese Artisans

Handcrafted by Japanese Artisans

The origins of the techniques used to create Yoshihiro knives dates back to medieval Japanese sword smiths who perfected the technique of handling fire, iron, and water.

VG-10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel

The Blade

VG-10 Steel Core

VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel that is often utilized in high end Japanese cutlery. It has a hardness, or a HRC level, that exceeds that of most other stainless steel cutlery on the market. Its exceptional hardness means that the cutting edge can be constructed thinner, and therefore sharper, allowing the blade to seamlessly cut through almost any ingredient placed in front of it.

Hammer clad Damascus steel

The hard VG-10 steel is clad in a softer Damascus steel in order to give the blade an added toughness and durability. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade.

Care & Sharpening

Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

Knife Specifications:

  • VG-10 Steel Core. (HRC 60)
  • Hammered Damascus Steel cladding.
  • Stain Resistant.
  • Spine Thickness: 2.5mm.
  • Western-Style Mahogany Handle.
  • Handcrafted in Japan.

Additional Features

Elegant Exterior with Functionality

Stain Resistant for a Peace of Mind

Balanced and Fit for Comfort

Elegant Exterior with Functionality

An elegant 16 layer hammered outer steel is a stylish yet functional design eliminating friction and keeping food from sticking to the blade.

Stain Resistant for a Peace of Mind

Both the VG-10 steel core and the outer Damascus steel are stain resistant. This means that they resist the forming of rust when it is left wet during its use. The user is free to use the knife for extended periods without the worry of any rust buildup.

Balanced and Fit for Comfort

Complimented with a premium handcrafted mahogany handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use.

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Knife Style Paring Knife Petty Utility Knife Santoku Multipurpose Chef Knife Nakiri Vegetable Knife Gyuto Chef Knife Sujihiki Slicer Knife
Blade Size 3.2"(80mm) 5.3"(135mm) 7"(180mm) 6.5"(165mm) 7"(180mm), 8.25"(210mm), 9.5"(240mm) 9.5"(240mm)
Blade Material VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel VG-10 Stain Resistant Steel
Brand Yoshihiro Cutlery Yoshihiro Cutlery Yoshihiro Cutlery Yoshihiro Cutlery Yoshihiro Cutlery Yoshihiro Cutlery
Made in Japan Japan Japan Japan Japan Japan

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Product Description

Stainless Steel

→Edge Angle: Double Edged

→Grade: Damascus

→Handle Shape: Western

→Handle Material: Mahogany

→HRC:60

→Knife Style: Nakiri Vegetable Knife

→Saya Cover: None

→Stain Resistant: Yes

Forged and hammered with 16 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 Core, the VG-10 Hammered Damascus Series has been a perennial best seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.

One of the most popular knives that a cook can have today is a Japanese Vegetable knife known as a Nakiri knife. The Nakiri is a Japanese double edged knife with a flat cutting edge. The flatness allows for the whole length of the knife to come in contact with the cutting board with each stroke. This is particularly helpful when chopping vegetables since it eliminates those imperfect cuts in which ingredients are hanging by a string.

This knife is complimented with a premium Western Style Handle that extends to the full tang of the knife and ergonomically welds to the hand for seamless use. The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and keeps food from sticking to the blade. Every knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.

Traditional Japanese knife making values a sharp edge, which requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should be done with only water whetstones. Hand wash and dry only, and do so immediately if working with acidic ingredients. Do not use on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.

Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
464 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the kitchen knife for its balance, comfort, and value. They say it's well balanced, feels great in the hand, and is a good investment. Customers are also impresseded with the quality, saying it'll work wonders with finer butchery work. They mention that the sharpness exceeds all expectations and is wonderful.

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138 customers mention121 positive17 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the kitchen knife. They say it's extremely scary sharp, and it glides through things with almost zero effort.

"...getting out and cleaning a mandoline or food processor and cabbage was sliced quite well. I didn't use it to attack quartering the cabbage...." Read more

"...This knife is gorgeous, sharp and sized in such a way that it can do nearly anything. If you cook reasonably often this knife is a must purchase." Read more

"...I only cut carrots so far, but it was pretty effortless. It came with a great edge. I didn't need to fix it.3. Price is great...." Read more

"...Overall, the knife itself is great. It cuts like a hot coal through cobwebs and retains a very fine edge...." Read more

126 customers mention117 positive9 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the kitchen knife. They mention that the knife itself is beautiful, has an interesting shape, and has a hammered style. They also appreciate the mahogany handle and the wood grain of the handle. The finish of the handles and blade are perfect, and the knife seems special.

"Attractive Nakiri.(double bevel) I have been using Shun Classic Santokus and utility knives for almost everything so I felt a need to try something..." Read more

"...This knife is gorgeous, sharp and sized in such a way that it can do nearly anything. If you cook reasonably often this knife is a must purchase." Read more

"...No noticeable edges or gaps. The handle feels good. The blade looked good. It looks like like the picture...." Read more

"...The knife itself was beautiful. It was very sharp, as I anticipated...." Read more

97 customers mention93 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is a fantastic, high quality, well balanced, and a treat to use. It works well for finer butchery work, peeling vegetables, and other tasks. The tip allows for rocking, and it performs nicely. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...For fit and finish it seems very good. I'll have to get used to the "Western" shaped handle, but it is comfortable...." Read more

"...This knife is gorgeous, sharp and sized in such a way that it can do nearly anything. If you cook reasonably often this knife is a must purchase." Read more

"...The cutting edge is beyond sharp and does a magnificent job of cutting vegetables which is what it is intended to do...." Read more

"...at least with this sample of 1 this knife actually is quite useful in the western home kitchen...." Read more

68 customers mention58 positive10 negative

Customers like the durability of the kitchen knife. They say it's well-made, with a great feeling of quality. The steel is one of the best Japanese stainless steels, and it'll last a long time. Customers also mention that the knife is powerful, light-weight, and durable. They appreciate the layers of hammered steel and the lack of raised imperfections along the tang or rivets.

"...Both are quality Japanese knives, but this looks and feels more handmade than the Shun...." Read more

"...Durability: so far, I'm really impressed with the durability...." Read more

"...1. It's well built. No noticeable edges or gaps. The handle feels good. The blade looked good. It looks like like the picture...." Read more

"...It even comes with a plastic sleeve for the blade, made of high-quality plastic. Just be careful not to cut the case as you sheathe the knife." Read more

29 customers mention27 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the kitchen knife. They mention that the handle is as comfortable as it is beautiful, and the blade is also as beautiful as it works wonders. They also appreciate the ergonomics, saying that it excels in comfort and function with a pinch grip. Customers also say that the knife has the feel of a western style knife with all the benefits of. They say it is easy to hold, and has the perfect grip.

"...have to get used to the "Western" shaped handle, but it is comfortable. At six ounces the weight is easy on the hand and wrist...." Read more

"...1. It's well built. No noticeable edges or gaps. The handle feels good. The blade looked good. It looks like like the picture...." Read more

"...The wood handle feels solid and is easy to hold makes it easy to do detail work...." Read more

"...to be a kitchen snob to use one of these, just someone that loves the feel of a powerful, light-weight and durable knife in their hand...." Read more

28 customers mention28 positive0 negative

Customers find the kitchen knife to be a great value, a good investment, and a lifetime investment. They also say it's worth the time and financial investment if you cook regularly.

"...So far it's amazing.Looks: it looks really expensive. Far more than the 100ish dollars it cost...." Read more

"...I didn't need to fix it.3. Price is great...." Read more

"...Good packaging, and free, too.The knife itself came in a blue box made of finely textured cardboard, complete with gold letting...." Read more

"...Overall high quality knife a good buy and a good price." Read more

22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the balance of the kitchen knife. They say it's perfectly balanced, and lightweight, making it easy to do fine chopping or cutting.

"...It is well balanced, comfortable in the hand and overall more attractive...." Read more

"...It cuts through vegetables like butter. It is not only sharp but very balanced and well crafted...." Read more

"...Also, both Usuba and Gyuto are surprisingly well balanced, which is often an issue with Japanese knives w/ Western style handles...." Read more

"Perfectly balanced and endless utility...." Read more

17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

Customers like the weight of the kitchen knife. They say the weight is perfect, easy on the hand, and wrist, and the blade is quite thin.

"...At six ounces the weight is easy on the hand and wrist. I haven't found a downside to it yet, but then again I've only had it for a month...." Read more

"...use one of these, just someone that loves the feel of a powerful, light-weight and durable knife in their hand...." Read more

"...Now for the good, the balance and weight of knife are near perfection for this size of blade also the belly is deep enough to get a fair rocking..." Read more

"...It is a work if art. So incredibly light. Looking at this knife you would think it would be kind of heavy but that's no where near what it us...." Read more

So sharp you can use it to take finger tips off
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So sharp you can use it to take finger tips off
I've been looking for a really great kitchen knife and I read about this on a list of chefs talking about their favorite knives. I kept seeing this knife and I finally pulled the trigger. So far it's amazing.Looks: it looks really expensive. Far more than the 100ish dollars it cost. The blade is gorgeous and the handle is really nice as well. The wood is nice and smooth, but looks a ton better after putting some oil on it and caring for it.Sharpness: out of the box I'd say it was an 8/10 on the sharpness scale. For reference I'd put something like a boxed Henckles set at 6/10. It still cuts really well though. 99% of people will think it's the sharpest knife they've owned, unless they're coming from a pro knife. With a little honing though this knife gets insanely sharp, insanely fast. Like cut the tip of your finger off without noticing sharp. The good news is that it also appears to hold an edge well for such a thing knife.Durability: so far, I'm really impressed with the durability. You can cut all of your food and wash it, dry it and repeat without any need to straighten the blade. As long as you keep it clean and tube it up once in a while, this knife will be solid for a long time.Overall: I've quickly replaced my Henckles santoku for this knife and the only thing I wonder is why it took so long. This knife is gorgeous, sharp and sized in such a way that it can do nearly anything. If you cook reasonably often this knife is a must purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019
I've been looking for a really great kitchen knife and I read about this on a list of chefs talking about their favorite knives. I kept seeing this knife and I finally pulled the trigger. So far it's amazing.

Looks: it looks really expensive. Far more than the 100ish dollars it cost. The blade is gorgeous and the handle is really nice as well. The wood is nice and smooth, but looks a ton better after putting some oil on it and caring for it.

Sharpness: out of the box I'd say it was an 8/10 on the sharpness scale. For reference I'd put something like a boxed Henckles set at 6/10. It still cuts really well though. 99% of people will think it's the sharpest knife they've owned, unless they're coming from a pro knife. With a little honing though this knife gets insanely sharp, insanely fast. Like cut the tip of your finger off without noticing sharp. The good news is that it also appears to hold an edge well for such a thing knife.

Durability: so far, I'm really impressed with the durability. You can cut all of your food and wash it, dry it and repeat without any need to straighten the blade. As long as you keep it clean and tube it up once in a while, this knife will be solid for a long time.

Overall: I've quickly replaced my Henckles santoku for this knife and the only thing I wonder is why it took so long. This knife is gorgeous, sharp and sized in such a way that it can do nearly anything. If you cook reasonably often this knife is a must purchase.
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