Suncraft Senzo Clad 6.7-inch (170mm) Nakiri

The nakiri is the Japanese vegetable knife, with a straight edge and a squared tip that meet the board along their full length. Each push cut separates a carrot or a stack of scallions completely, without the rocking motion that crushes delicate produce.

The Senzo Clad version pairs its clad AUS10 blade with a tall face that carries cut vegetables to the pan. Because it has no point, it is a forgiving knife for cooks who prep a lot of produce, and the edge responds well to honing, which makes it easy to keep sharp through a season of vegetables. Vegetarian cooks and anyone who fills a wok with sliced vegetables will find it faster than a chef’s knife for that work.

Pair It With

The 8.3-inch Gyuto handles protein and general prep.