{"product_id":"kasumi-kuro-nakiri-vegetable-knife-16-5cm-6-5-damascus-made-in-japan","title":"Kasumi Kuro Nakiri Vegetable Knife 16.5cm \/ 6.5\" - Damascus, Made in Japan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-forged in Seki, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Kasumi Kuro Nakiri is purpose-built for one of the kitchen's most repetitive jobs - chopping vegetables - and it makes it a pleasure. The 16.5 cm (6.5\") flat-edged blade meets the cutting board cleanly along its full length, so push cuts go through carrots, cabbage, and onions in a single confident motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic Japanese Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 32-layer Damascus pattern sits over a molybdenum vanadium high-carbon stainless core, finished with a hammered \u003cem\u003etsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e surface that keeps slices from sticking. The redesigned octagonal handle gives you a secure, neutral grip whether you're working through a quick weeknight prep or a long Sunday cook - true Japanese craftsmanship at your cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Seki, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e - 800+ years of bladesmithing heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 16.5 cm \/ 6.5\" (Nakiri style - flat edge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32-layer Damascus stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolybdenum vanadium high-carbon core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHammered (tsuchime) finish prevents sticking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOctagonal handle, improved ergonomics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush-cutting vegetables, julienne, chiffonade, and high-volume vegetable prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-wash only with mild soap and warm water; dry immediately. Do not put in the dishwasher. Hone regularly and sharpen with a Japanese whetstone (1000\/3000 or 1000\/6000 grit) to maintain the factory edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e - proudly forged in Seki, the historic home of Japanese cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kasumi 🇯🇵","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47665635098818,"sku":"71KR36017","price":199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/6089\/3890\/files\/71KR36017-00.webp?v=1778904246","url":"https:\/\/japanchefknife.com\/products\/kasumi-kuro-nakiri-vegetable-knife-16-5cm-6-5-damascus-made-in-japan","provider":"JapanChefKnife.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}