Nakiri 160mm – VG-10 Damascus Vegetable Knife

⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta

Selected for cooks who want the precision of a traditional Japanese vegetable knife, premium VG-10 steel, and exceptional value in an everyday kitchen tool.

Precision for Vegetables. Crafted to Perform.

The Nakiri 160mm is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed to make vegetable preparation faster, cleaner, and more enjoyable. Handcrafted in Mino City, Japan, it combines a razor-sharp VG-10 stainless steel core, elegant 44-layer Damascus cladding, and a traditional tsuchime (hammered) finish to deliver outstanding cutting performance with minimal maintenance.

Whether you're finely slicing onions, shredding cabbage, dicing root vegetables, or preparing herbs, this knife is built to produce clean, effortless cuts with remarkable precision.

Who This Knife Is For

Perfect for:

• Home cooks who prepare vegetables regularly
• Professional chefs
• Japanese knife enthusiasts
• Anyone upgrading from Western kitchen knives
• Cooks looking for a dedicated vegetable knife

Ideal for fast, efficient vegetable preparation with exceptional control.

Why You'll Love It

VG-10 Stainless Steel Core

At the heart of the blade is premium Japanese VG-10 stainless steel, hardened to approximately 60–61 HRC.

Benefits include:

• Outstanding sharpness
• Excellent edge retention
• Strong corrosion resistance
• Easy maintenance
• Reliable everyday performance

VG-10 remains one of Japan's most trusted knife steels, offering the perfect balance between performance and practicality.

44-Layer Damascus Construction

The VG-10 core is protected by 44 layers of Damascus stainless steel, creating the flowing pattern unique to every blade.

Benefits include:

• Increased blade strength
• Improved durability
• Reduced brittleness
• Stunning handcrafted appearance

Every knife carries its own individual Damascus pattern, making each one unique.

Tsuchime Hammered Finish

The traditional hammered finish isn't just decorative.

The small indentations create tiny air pockets between the blade and food, helping reduce sticking while cutting.

Particularly useful when preparing:

• Potatoes
• Cucumbers
• Courgettes
• Apples
• Other moist vegetables

The result is smoother, faster preparation with less interruption.

Traditional Nakiri Profile

Unlike a chef's knife, the Nakiri features a perfectly flat cutting edge that allows the full blade to contact the cutting board.

This makes it exceptionally efficient for:

• Slicing vegetables
• Chopping herbs
• Dicing onions
• Preparing leafy greens
• Push-cutting techniques

The tall blade also makes it easy to transfer chopped ingredients directly from the board to the pan.

Comfortable Pakka Wood Handle

The brown Pakka wood handle combines the warmth of natural wood with the durability of a modern composite.

Benefits include:

• Comfortable grip
• Excellent balance
• Moisture resistance
• Long-lasting durability
• Minimal maintenance

Designed for comfort during extended food preparation.

Key Features

• Authentic Japanese vegetable knife
• Handcrafted in Mino City, Japan
• VG-10 stainless steel core
• 44-layer Damascus construction
• Traditional tsuchime hammered finish
• 160mm Nakiri profile
• Brown Pakka wood handle
• Double bevel edge
• Lightweight and well balanced

Specifications

Knife Type: Nakiri (Vegetable Knife)
Blade Length: 160mm
Steel: VG-10 Stainless Steel
Hardness: Approximately 60–61 HRC
Construction: 44-Layer Damascus Clad
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Handle: Brown Pakka Wood
Weight: 140g
Origin: Mino City, Japan

Care Instructions

To keep your knife performing at its best:

• Hand wash only
• Dry immediately after use
• Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods
• Use on wooden or quality synthetic cutting boards
• Store in a blade guard, saya, or magnetic knife rack

Proper care will help preserve its exceptional sharpness for years to come.

Complete Your Knife Setup

Pair it with:

• Hasegawa Professional Cutting Board
• Japanese Whetstone (1000 / 3000 grit)
• Magnetic Knife Holder
• Leather Strop for edge maintenance

Why We Chose This Knife

At Sharp Knives Malta, we believe every serious cook should experience a proper Nakiri.

This model combines premium VG-10 steel, beautiful Damascus craftsmanship, and the efficiency of a traditional Japanese vegetable knife at a price that represents outstanding value. It delivers the kind of cutting performance that makes everyday preparation noticeably faster, cleaner, and more enjoyable.

Final Word

The Nakiri 160mm VG-10 Damascus is proof that a specialist knife can transform everyday cooking.

Sharp, lightweight, beautifully crafted, and built specifically for vegetables, it offers a level of speed and precision that general-purpose knives simply can't match.

Dedicated to vegetables. Built for precision. Crafted in Japan.