Nakiri Sakai no Kami – The Divine Japanese Vegetable Knife

The Specialist for Vegetables

The Nakiri Sakai no Kami 17 cm (6.7") is the traditional Japanese knife designed exclusively for vegetables. Nakiri means “vegetable cutter”, and its straight blade profile makes it perfect for chopping, slicing, and dicing with surgical precision.

Hand-forged in Sakai, Japan, this Nakiri carries the heritage of Japanese craftsmanship. Its razor-sharp Damascus blade ensures clean cuts that preserve the freshness, flavour, and texture of your ingredients – a true companion for vegetarian and plant-based cooking.

 The Blade: Damascus Precision for Clean Cuts

• Steel: Japanese AUS10 core, clad in 46 layers of Damascus steel.

• Hardness: 62 HRC – razor-sharp and retains its edge longer.

• Craftsmanship: Forged by Sakai master blacksmiths with centuries of tradition.

• Design: Flat edge ideal for up-and-down chopping with no rocking motion.

The Nakiri blade allows vegetables to be sliced effortlessly, with minimal bruising – keeping them crisp, vibrant, and visually appealing.

The Handle: Stabilised Maple Burl Elegance

The Nakiri Sakai no Kami features a handle made from Stabilised Maple Burl, dyed in refined emerald-green tones and reinforced with a blackwood collar (kakumaki).

• Shape: Octagonal, ambidextrous, providing control and comfort.

• Durability: Stabilised against water, bacteria, and cracking.

• Uniqueness: Each handle has natural swirling Maple Burl patterns – no two knives are identical.

This handle combines natural luxury with modern durability, making the Nakiri as beautiful as it is functional.

Premium Packaging: More Than a Box

Every Nakiri Sakai no Kami is delivered in a solid wooden box engraved with the Otakimi crest. Designed to last, this box doubles as a robust cutting board, uniting practicality and elegance. 

Lifetime Warranty – A Knife for Generations

We stand by the craftsmanship of our knives. The Sakai no Kami Nakiri is backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects – ensuring that your investment lasts for generations.