TOJIRO Nakiri Sakuya 165mm (6.5")
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The TOJIRO Nakiri Sakuya 165mm (6.5") is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a versatile, low-maintenance Japanese knife that’s also budget-friendly. Made from stainless steel with a traditional wooden handle and minimalist blade finish, it offers classic Japanese aesthetics and reliable performance at an affordable price.
BLADE SHAPE:
This Nakiri is designed with one task in mind: effortless vegetable prep. If you cook a lot of veggies and already have a knife for meat or fish — or follow a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle — a nakiri is the perfect companion in your kitchen. Its flat edge and tall blade make chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables efficient and satisfying.
STEEL:
The core is made of VG-10 steel coated with 13 Chrome Stainless Steel, offering professional sharpness with easy maintenance.
VG-10 steel is stainless steel with relatively high Carbon (C) content (1%), 15% Chromium (Cr), 1% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.3% Vanadium (V) and 1.5% Cobalt (Co). The combination of Cr, Mo, and V forms a lot of hard carbides, making the steel abrasion resistant which translates to long-lasting, smooth sharpness. Heat treated to the hardness of 60-61 HRC.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (50/50 symmetrical) blade.
BLADE FINISH:
The highlight of this series is the surface treatment withelectrochemical oxidation. It is a process commonly used in medical technology which provides the blade with superior corrosion resistance and gives it a refined dark appearance. The jet-black damascus creates a contrast between the deep black surface and the shiny edge, reminiscent of the dark sky of a new moon and the silver glow of a crescent.
Important for re-sharpening:
During sharpening, the black surface treatment may wear off partially. For a complete restoration of sharpness and aesthetic appearance, professional sharpening is recommended.
HANDLE:
The blade was fitted with an octagonal traditional Japanese (wa) handle, made out of ebony wood with an octagonal shape, so it will fit equally well into the hands of right- or left-handed users. Ebony is used because of its incredible features (hardness, strength, and rich aesthetic, including its dark color, visible grain), and rich cultural heritage.
ABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:
TOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness! A big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! 😊
Blade shape: Nakiri
Steel type: VG-10 / 13 Chrome Stainless Steel (Black oxide process)
Blade construction: San-mai / full hamaguri convex / jet black damascus
Hardness (HRC scale): 61
Overall length: 310mm (12.2")
Blade length: 165mm (6.5")
Blade height: 45mm (1.8")
Spine thickness: 2.5mm (0.1")
Weight: 170g (6 oz)
Handle length: 130mm (5.1")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / Ebony
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: TOJIRO
Location of the smithy: TSUBAME-SANJO / Niigata Prefecture / Japan
☝️ Japanese kitchen knives in our store are handmade from natural materials. Slight variations in color, texture, weight and other dimensions are possible. We try to give a good photographic representation of our products, however computer screen resolution and colors do vary, so products might not look exactly as they are seen on screen.
Blade wear depends on the quality of steel, usage and maintenance of the blade. Japanese knives are made of high-quality steels. Follow these tips to keep your Japanese knife in top-notch shape:
✔ Use a wooden, plastic or rubber cutting board.
✔ After use, wash the knives and wipe them dry.
✔ For storage, use a knife holder or a protective knife sheath (saya).
✔ A good cutting technique is your best bet to prolong sharpness.
✔ Use sharpening stones to sharpen the knife.
❗️Don’t leave the knife in the sink. Wash it by hand.
❗️Don’t wash the knife in the dishwasher.
❗️Don’t use the knife on glass, ceramics, marble or steel surfaces.
❗️Don’t scrape the food off the cutting board with the edge of the blade. Use the spine of the knife instead.
❗️Knife is a tool intended for specific use - cutting food. It is not a can opener, screwdriver, trowel, wire cutter, hammer etc.
→ For more details, read our guide
on Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.
🤙 Contact us if you need some help. We reply within 1 business day.
SHIPPING RATES:
- €10 - flat worldwide rate with DHL Express (express delivery, 2-5 business days).
- FREE - all orders over €300 (DHL Express).
EXCEPTIONS:
See our Shipping page for more details.
DUTIES AND IMPORT TAXES:
We ship all orders DDP (duties & taxes paid). This means you will not be charged for any import fees and taxes (including VAT). All our prices are final. The price you see at checkout is the final price, no hidden costs.
DELIVERY TIME:
- Europe: 1-2 business days
- US & Canada: 2-4 business days
- Rest of the World: 3-5 business days
RETURNS:
Our return policy lasts 30 days. If more than 30 days have gone by since the day you received your order, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
→ Read our SHIPPING & RETURNS policy for more info. We strive to solve any issues fast and with as little hassle for you. If you have some additional questions, please contact us.
Each knife comes with:
✔️ Instructions and knife care leaflet.
✔️ A preventive Band-Aid – the knives are very sharp! 😉
✔️ Original box from the blacksmith, which we wrap in an old Japanese newspaper sheet – so every knife is ready to be passed on as a gift as soon as it hits your doorstep!
✔️ We also offer a special gift wrapping option with the traditional Japanese washi paper.
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