Shun Classic Nakiri Knife - 6.5″

Shun Classic 6.5″ Nakiri Knife – Master of Vegetables

Chop, slice, and dice with effortless precision using the Shun Classic 6.5″ Nakiri Knife, the Japanese knife designed specifically for vegetables. 🌿 Meaning “vegetable knife” in Japanese, the Nakiri features a straight-edged blade that allows you to cut cleanly through produce in a single downward motion — no rocking needed.

Whether you’re prepping piles of onions, carrots, or cabbage, this knife’s razor-sharp edge and perfectly balanced design help you work faster, cleaner, and more efficiently. 🧄🍆 Its tall blade keeps knuckles safe, while the Damascus-clad finish prevents sticking for smooth, continuous cuts every time.

Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, the historic home of samurai swordmaking, this Nakiri embodies precision, tradition, and beauty in every slice.

💎 Precision Craftsmanship & Premium Materials

Each Shun Classic Nakiri Knife is meticulously handcrafted through over 100 production steps, combining traditional Japanese artistry with advanced materials. ⚔️

• ⚙️ VG-MAX Steel Core – Shun’s exclusive high-carbon steel delivers exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.

• 🌊 32-Layer Damascus Cladding – Reduces friction and adds Shun’s iconic rippled finish for effortless, food-release performance.

• 🌲 Ebony PakkaWood® Handle – Water-resistant, durable, and perfectly contoured for balance and comfort.

• ✨ 16° Double-Bevel Edge – Razor-sharp precision for clean, effortless vegetable prep.

• 🧼 NSF Certified & Lifetime Warranty – Backed by Shun’s free professional sharpening service.

🌸 The Shun Classic Series – Beauty Meets Performance

The Shun Classic Collection represents the ideal blend of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern innovation. Each blade features a Damascus “suminagashi” pattern, symbolizing purity and perfection, while the ergonomic D-shaped handle ensures unmatched comfort and control. 🌿

Crafted to perform “at the peak of perfection” (旬), Shun knives are functional works of art that elevate every meal. 🍽️

🏆 About Shun Cutlery

For over a century, Shun, a division of the Kai Corporation, has handcrafted premium kitchen knives in Seki City, Japan — the legendary birthplace of samurai swords. ⚔️

Each knife reflects Shun’s unwavering commitment to quality, precision, and artistry. Using time-honored techniques and state-of-the-art steel, Shun creates cutlery that’s not just sharp — it’s exceptional.

Discover more from the Shun Classic Series at J.L. Hufford, where Japanese heritage meets culinary mastery. 🍱

✅ 6.5″ Nakiri Knife | 💎 VG-MAX Steel | 🌊 32-Layer Damascus | 🌲 PakkaWood Handle | ⚔️ Straight-Edge Precision | Handcrafted in Japan