Kikusumi NATUR Kashi Nakiri Knife  Japanese Oak Handle

Kikusumi NATUR Kashi Nakiri Knife

NAKIRI
NATUR nakiri is a versatile cutting tool capable of handling most vegetable & fruit cutting tasks effficiently.  Nakiri knife has a uniquely shaped blade that makes it optimal for preparing vegetables. The blade is wide from heel to tip so it can process vegetables evenly and with a variety of motions that allow the blade to do most of the work. . Whether pushing the knife down and forward or using the Japanese katsura peeling motion, the NATUR Nakiri makes it easy with its thin, sharp and solid blade.  This nakiri knife is a must have in kitchens processing large amounts of vegetables and fruit for smoothies, soups and salads  For preparing fruit and vegetables the NATUR Nakiri is a remarkably consistent and precise tool to own with a beautiful look and feel that inspires. This could be the go to knife for vegan cooks, vegetarians or professionals working with a lot of vegetable preparations

KASHI JAPANESE OAK HANDLE

Kashi / Japanese oak tree is evergreen.  In early summer, it flowers in a similar way to chestnut.  In Autumn blooms become small acorns.  Japanese oak  has a structure that is uniformly hard, has excellent dent resistance and has better impact strength than American oaks.  Kashi is often found in the Kanto area (Tokyo) In Budo it’s usually use to make wooden weapons such as Bokken.  Since it is heavy and very resilient, it’s one of the most favored woods to use.  Japanese oak was the favorite wood of famous sword masters throughout Japanese history, because of its practicality and high durability.

NATUR SERIES

Made one by one in Tosa Japan by our artisans.  The NATUR collection is designed for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition.   Tradition, quality steel, pure & natural woods with beautifully detailed refinements.  NATUR knives are built to last a lifetime. NATUR captures the best qualities of that spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail.  It offers the cook a remarkably precise cutting tool with a contemporary, refined aesthetic

NAKIRI 

Weight: 171 g

Blade Length:  16.5 cm

Blade Width  2 mm

Blade Height  5 cm

Handle Length:   13 cm

Total Length:  31 cm

BLADE ORIGIN: 100 % Made in Japan

BLADE: AUS-10 Japanese Stainless Steel

FINISH:  Mirror Polished 45 Layer Damascus + Tsuchime Hammered Finish

HANDLE:  Kashi Japanese Oak

HRC: 60-61