Miyabi Kaizen Prep Knife - 5.5″
Miyabi Kaizen Prep Knife - 5.5″
Miyabi Kaizen 5.5" Prep Knife
Enhance your kitchen prep with the Miyabi Kaizen 5.5-inch Prep Knife, a versatile blade designed to deliver precision, balance, and effortless control. Combining the agility of a paring knife, the versatility of a chef’s knife, and the precision of a utility knife, this prep knife is ideal for chopping vegetables, slicing fruits, trimming meats, and everyday kitchen tasks.
Handcrafted in Japan, Miyabi Kaizen knives blend traditional Japanese craftsmanship with advanced steel technology, resulting in exceptional sharpness and dependable performance for both home cooks and professional chefs.
< data-start="656" data-end="659">Compact Knife for Everyday Prep 🔪🥕
The 5.5-inch blade offers excellent maneuverability and balance, making it perfect for detailed prep work. From slicing tomatoes to trimming herbs or preparing poultry, this knife delivers clean, precise cuts with minimal effort.
< data-start="936" data-end="939">VG10 Damascus Steel Blade
Each Miyabi Kaizen blade features a VG10 super steel core surrounded by 64 layers of Damascus steel, creating a blade that is both durable and visually striking.
The blade undergoes a specialized ice-hardening process, achieving a hardness of approximately 60 Rockwell, which improves edge retention, strength, and corrosion resistance.
< data-start="1328" data-end="1331">Ergonomic D-Shaped Micarta Handle
The knife features a traditional D-shaped Micarta handle designed for comfort and control. Accented with red spacers, a mosaic pin, and a stainless steel end cap with the Miyabi logo, the handle provides excellent balance while adding a refined aesthetic. ✨
< data-start="1638" data-end="1641">Key Features
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🔪 5.5" prep knife for versatile kitchen tasks
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🥕 Ideal for vegetables, fruits, herbs, and light protein prep
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🧬 VG10 steel cutting core for exceptional sharpness
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🌊 64-layer Damascus blade for durability and visual elegance
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❄️ Ice-hardened blade (~60 Rockwell) for edge retention
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Handcrafted in Japan using traditional knife-making techniques
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🤲 D-shaped Micarta handle with mosaic pin and red accents
Item number: 34180-143
< data-start="2153" data-end="2156">About the Miyabi Kaizen Series
The word “Kaizen” means “continuous improvement” in Japanese, reflecting Miyabi’s commitment to refining knife craftsmanship. The Miyabi Kaizen collection combines traditional Japanese blade-making with modern hardening technology to create knives that are both beautiful and highly functional.
Each knife features a VG10 steel core surrounded by 64 layers of Damascus steel, producing exceptional sharpness and durability. Ice-hardening technology enhances strength and corrosion resistance, making Miyabi Kaizen knives trusted tools for precise and efficient cutting.
< data-start="2780" data-end="2783">About ZWILLING J.A. Henckels
Founded in 1731, ZWILLING J.A. Henckels has built a worldwide reputation for producing premium kitchen tools trusted by chefs and home cooks alike. With nearly three centuries of experience, the brand continues to set the benchmark for quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.
From precision cutlery to cookware and kitchen accessories, ZWILLING products are designed to deliver lasting durability and professional performance in kitchens around the world. 🌍🍳