Shun Classic Nakiri Knife - 6.5″

• The perfect blade for chopping bulk vegetables, this special nakiri (vegetable) knife will glide through any veggies with the greatest of ease
• Similar to a cleaver only scaled down for vegetable use
• Handcrafted from high quality steel
• Straight edge promotes simple motion chopping
• Razor sharp cutting edge
• Made in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

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

Use and Care

Proper Cutting Techniques: Shun Cutlery is designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion, never in a "chopping" manner. When you cut, always push forward and down, and pull back toward your body to retain your blade's edge. Repeat this motion as you cut. Always pay close attention to your fingers to prevent injury. 

Cleaning: A Shun knife is a fantastic investment for your kitchen, so properly washing your knife is essential. Always hand wash Shun knives with gentle dish soap and a non-abrasive brush. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts or bleach as they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately after washing. Do no drag the edge of the knife on the towel as it can cut through and cause injury. Always blot dry the cutting edge. 

Proper Knife Storage: Knives have to be stored in a safe place to protect the cutting edge and guarding against injuries. There are some options for storing your knives. Magnetic knife bars are convenient and safe for chefs who want to be able to view their blades and easily access then. They attach to the wall and firmly hold knives in place.  A wooden knife block is the best way to store knives on the counter. The size of the block varies with the number of knives to be store. Most Zwilling J.A. Henckels blocks also have a slot for a honing steel and kitchen shears. 

Cutting Surfaces: The cutting surface you use makes a big difference in keeping your knives sharp. A cutting boards with good quality will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Soft woods such as hinoki, wooden, or bamboo cutting boards, and quality polyethylene boards. Avoid surfaces that can dull or damage the knife such as china, marble, granite, tile, Formica, porcelain, stainless counter tops and glass; these surfaces can be very hard on your knives. Remember, all cutting boards and surfaces should be cleaned thoroughly immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria growth.

Honing and Sharpening: Regular honing is necessary to maintain the a sharp cutting edge. Weekly honing will significantly extend the time between sharpening. For sharpening, it is recommended to use a whetstone, or send knives in Kai USA Ltd for a free sharpening service. Shun brand products are sold by Kai USA Ltd. and are backed by a Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting their products through this warranty, Shun will sharpen any Shun knife for free for the lifetime of the owner. The knife owner pays for shipping and processing and Shun experts will sharpen the knife for free. Sharpening is done in Shun's Tualatin, Oregon facility, using the same horizontal sharpening wheel to put the original edge back on Shun knife. Called a hiromai, this sharpening wheel, and the skills of knife experts ensure a Shun-sharp edge every time.

Warranty

Unless otherwise stated here, Shun cutlery from Kai USA Ltd. carries a limited warranty for the lifetime of the owner. Shun guarantees their cutlery will perform as advertised when properly used and maintained, and is free of manufacturing defects in material and construction. The Limited Lifetime Warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to normal signs of wear, rust, damage or breakage due to improper maintenance, accidents, loss or theft. Any product we determine to be defective will be repaired or replaced solely at Shun's discretion. To receive warranty repair or replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated by Kai USA Warranty Services in their Tualatin, Oregon headquarters. In addition to the provisions of this warranty, the owner may also have other rights that can vary by state. No other warranties are implied or expressed other than what is specifically stated here. If you have a warranty concern, please do not return your knife to the place of purchase. 

Wood Accessories 90-Day Warranty

Shun's wood accessories are made of natural materials that will show wear over time. This is not a defect. Shun's 90-Day Warranty protect you against original manufacturing defects, but not natural wear. Please visit Shun's website for warranty details.