Nakiri Tosa Honoo – The Flame of Japanese Vegetable Knives

The Master of Vegetables

The Nakiri Tosa Honoo 17 cm (6.7") is the traditional Japanese vegetable knife, designed for clean, precise chopping. Nakiri literally means “vegetable cutter”, and with its straight blade profile, it excels at slicing, dicing, and chopping greens, herbs, and vegetables with surgical precision.

Hand-forged in Tosa, Japan, this Nakiri reflects the raw power of Tosa’s forge and the artistry of hammered Damascus steel. Balanced and razor-sharp, it’s the perfect tool for vegetarian cooking or anyone who values fresh, crisp cuts.

The Blade: VG10 Damascus with Hammered Finish

• Steel: Japanese VG10 super steel core, clad in 67 layers of Damascus steel.

• Hardness: HRC 61–62 – ensures superior sharpness and durability.

• Finish: Striking hammered tsuchime texture – reduces drag and prevents vegetables from sticking.

• Design: Flat blade profile, perfect for up-and-down chopping motion.

This blade makes vegetable preparation faster, cleaner, and more enjoyable – preserving texture and freshness in every cut. 

The Handle: Emerald Maple Burl Artistry

The Nakiri Tosa Honoo is fitted with a handle made from Stabilised Maple Burl, dyed in a deep emerald-green hue and paired with a blackwood collar (kakumaki).

• Shape: Octagonal, ambidextrous, for secure and precise handling.

• Durability: Resistant to water, bacteria, and cracking.

• Uniqueness: Each Maple Burl block has unique swirling patterns – no two handles are the same.

This handle embodies both the flame and the artistry of Tosa’s legendary craftsmanship.

Premium Packaging: More Than a Box

Every Nakiri Tosa Honoo is presented in a solid wooden box engraved with the Otakimi crest. The box doubles as a durable cutting board, combining elegance with practicality. 

Lifetime Warranty – A Knife That Lasts Forever

All knives in the Tosa Honoo collection are backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Built for generations, this Nakiri is more than a knife – it’s a legacy.