{"title":"Vegetable knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nakiri might look like an unusual design to those not used to Japanese knives, it often ends up as their favorite knife; after a bit of practice. While it looks like a butcher’s cleaver, the tall blade design is meant for ease of prepping veggies. The extra bit of height allows the knife to clear through starchier vegetables effortlessly, while the flat bottom edge ensures the cook cuts all the way through, avoiding what we call \"accordion veggies\".\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"masakage-kiri-nakiri-165mm","title":"Masakage Kiri Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Kiri - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you first pick up the Kiri, you’ll notice just how light it is. The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense foods like potatoes and squash with ease. This knife is hand-forged from VG10, a high-carbon stainless steel that gets wildly sharp and holds an excellent edge without requiring much maintenance. The VG10 core steel is laminated with stunning layers of damascus steel, which, combined with the red and white Japanese wa handle, make for a STUNNING knife. Truly, usable art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e A Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Under utilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife kisses the cutting board at once, you wont be turning the vegetable into an accordion. Accordion vegetables are still connected like a paper doll after you're “done” cutting them. 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I believe everyone needs a nakiri, but more importantly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eeveryone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eneeds a Fujiwara knife, so why not make it a 150mm nakiri? Nimble, lightweight and perfectly balanced, this is the veggie prep knife for everyone from mom to seasoned line cooks. The notch in the handle holds onto you as much as you hold onto it. Know someone with arthritic hands? This knife will change their life. That is a promise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eA Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Under utilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife kisses the cutting board at once, you won't be turning the vegetable into an accordion. 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The unique finger notch cut from the choil makes this grip even easier and more comfortable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kanji on the knife blade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e藤原照康作 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereads “Fujiwara Teruyasu Saku” (Made by Teruyasu Fujiwara).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cfAlTd7B_Lc\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"346\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teruyasu Fujiwara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5409837252,"sku":"FUM150NA","price":385.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/fujiwara-maboroshi-nakiri-150-1.jpg?v=1597477870"},{"product_id":"fujimoto-nashiji-nakiri-165mm","title":"Fujimoto Nashiji Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese were the first Fujimoto blades we carried; to this day, they remain a staff and customer favourite. 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This creates a blade that requires respect and care but stays sharp for a ridiculously long time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFujiwara-san knows that chefs hold their knives by the blade in a ‘pinch-grip,’ so he created an iconic notch at the back of the knife for one’s index or middle finger to rest in.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Maboroshi no Meito, which translates to ‘Visionary Sword Celebrated in Victory,’ is made from Shirogami steel, and while it requires care to avoid rust, it gets sharper than just about anything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFujiwara is one of the most revered names in the world of Japanese knives. The Fujiwara family started as blacksmiths in 1870, first forging farm tools, then swords. 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Underutilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife kisses the cutting board at once, you won't be turning the vegetable into an accordion. Accordion vegetables are still connected like a paper doll after you're “done” cutting them. To truly understand the awesomeness of a Nakiri we recommend making onion soup your first night with the knife. 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The stainless steel blade is made from a material called VG10, which is super sharp and easy to care for. This stunning blade sports a hammered ‘tsuchime’ finish that transitions to a polished bevel with layers of damascus steel. The effect is like waves crashing on a rocky beach under the moonlight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaruyuki knives are made in a way that combines ancient Japanese tradition with efficient modern technology: blades are forged by machine for unparalleled precision, consistency, and affordability. Skilled artisans complete each step lovingly, from polishing and sharpening the blade to affixing its handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e A Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Under utilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. 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The simple, elegant handle perfectly contrasts the stunning blade and keeps the knife lightweight yet confident, exactly how I like my kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasashi-san made this knife from a phenomenal steel called SLD, which he can push to the absolute limits of hardness due entirely to his knifemaking genius and a few top-secret techniques. He sharpens this knife with his unique trademark edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. 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Basically, this means his knives stay sharp way longer than this steel typically would but aren’t as fragile as most steel in this category. The best of both worlds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe also gives the blades a special edge, making the back end a little tougher for chopping and the tip finer for delicate work. The lightweight Japanese ‘wa handle’ perfectly compliments this gorgeous blade and gives the knife a forward balance that makes it super fun to cut with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst training with his brother at Yoshikane, then striking out on his own, Masashi Yamamoto relentlessly pursues the creation of a perfect knife using the traditional techniques passed down in his family and augmented by a modern understanding of metallurgy. 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The name, Senko, means ‘flash’ in Japanese, inspired by the spark-like hammer marks on the blade. Kurosaki-san clearly loves blacksmithing, as he was inspired to create this unique design by the sparks flying off of steel during forging. I always appreciate a knife maker who does it for a love of the craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SG2 stainless steel used in the blade is wickedly sharp stuff, capable of holding its edge better than most other knife steels. Kurosaki-san has made the edge just thin enough to cut like a laser while keeping it thick enough to be relatively durable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYu Kurosaki began his blacksmithing career in 2002 at Kanehiro Uchi Hamono, where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato. Kato-san taught him well, and Kurosaki-san is now recognized as a master himself. 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Founded in 1948, Ryusen started producing high-quality stainless steel blades long before others in the industry, working closely with companies like Takefu Special Steel as early as the 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI’ve been guilty of comparing kitchen knives to sports cars more than once, and this is exactly the kind of knife I’m talking about when I make that comparison: sleek, badass, and incredibly fun to cut with. The handle is tapered to fit your hand perfectly, making the knife an extension of your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it gets to work, it’s stupidly sharp thanks to a core of super-hard SG2 steel, so the razor-thin edge just blows through whatever ingredients you place before it. 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