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Japanese nakiri knife with black handle and gray blade, straight cutting edge
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Yoshihiro Kurouchi Black-Forged Blue Steel Stainless Clad Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Knife Kaede Wood Handle

Yoshihiro Kurouchi Black-Forged Blue Steel Stainless Clad Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Knife Kaede Wood Handle

SKU:
SNAKUNA165KHNR
$249.99
$249.99
Blade Length
Optional Saya Cover

Not sure which length? How blade length is measured

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Stainless-Clad Care

This knife is made with stainless cladding over a high-carbon core. The cladding resists rust, but the exposed core at the edge can still discolor or rust if not kept dry and properly maintained.

63-64 HRC
Yes, except along the knife's edge
Optional Magnolia Saya Cover

Blade Hardness

HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.

Stain Resistant

This knife's cladding resists stains, though the exposed high-carbon edge can still discolor or rust without regular care.

Saya Cover

This knife does not automatically come with a saya cover included. Adding one with your order lets us shape it to this exact blade, a fit no aftermarket cover can match. A saya purchased separately later is cut to standard dimensions rather than this specific blade, so the fit is left to chance.
Full Specifications

Blade

Knife Type
Nakiri (Vegetable Knife)
Primary Use
Vegetable cutting
Blade Metal
Blue Steel #2
Grade
Kurouchi
Construction
Clad (San Mai)
Blade Hardness
63-64 HRC
Blade Edge Type
Double Bevel
Blade Finish
Kurouchi
Stain Resistant
Yes, except along the knife's edge

Handle

Handle Material
Kaede
Handle Shape
Octagonal
Bolster Material
Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
Tang Type
Partial Tang
Product Details

A light kaede (Japanese maple) handle with a water buffalo horn bolster sets this Kurouchi Nakiri apart. The flat-edged vegetable blade, in 6.5" (165mm) or 7" (180mm), has a Blue Steel #2 core at 63-64 HRC inside stainless cladding finished in rustic black-forged kurouchi. Available with or without a magnolia saya cover.

Kurouchi, meaning "Black-Forged," bestows the knife with its distinct, unpolished rustic aesthetic. The blade is enveloped in two layers of full Kurouchi stainless steel, ensuring exceptional durability and protection without compromising the razor-sharp edge you expect from a premium knife.

At its core, the Blue Steel #2 provides a Rockwell hardness of 63-64, celebrated for its remarkable edge retention. This ensures that your knife remains sharp through countless preparations, effortlessly slicing through even the toughest ingredients. The stainless cladding adds a layer of moisture resistance, making this knife not only durable but also easy to maintain.

Complementing the blade is a handcrafted Octagonal Kaede wood handle, designed for comfort and balance, suitable for both left and right-handed users. Each knife comes with a Lacquered Magnolia wood Saya cover for safe and stylish storage. Whether you're dicing, slicing, or chopping fresh produce from the market or preparing a roast chicken, this Kurouchi knife elevates even the simplest culinary tasks, combining beauty and functionality in a single, handcrafted piece.

Recommended to purchase with Custom-cut Saya Knife Cover
Care & Origin
Country of Origin
Japan
Care Instructions
Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher.
Sharpening Method
Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.

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