Shun Kanso Nakiri Knife - 6.5″

• Cut large sections of meat with ease and comfort
• Designed with Japanese philosophy of Kanso, which translates to simplicity
• Japanese AUS10A high-carbon vanadium stainless steel blade
• Handle made from Tagayasan wood, same wood used for Samurai sword handles
• Heritage blade finish gives rustic look that gets better with age
• Hand crafted in Japan, Lifetime Warranty

Shun Kanso Nakiri Knife – 6.5″

✨ Precision Meets Japanese Simplicity ✨

Experience effortless vegetable prep with the Shun Kanso 6.5″ Nakiri Knife, a Japanese-style knife designed specifically for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, fruits, and herbs 🌿🥕🍎. The word Nakiri translates to “vegetable cutter,” and this knife lives up to its name—perfectly crafted to deliver clean, even cuts every time.

The straight blade, edge, and spine allow for smooth push cuts without the need for rocking, while the blunt, squared tip makes it safer and easier to handle than a traditional pointed knife. Hollow-ground indentations along the blade reduce friction and keep foods from sticking—ideal for thin, precise slices.

Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, the AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel blade provides exceptional durability, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. The heritage finish conceals scratches and develops a distinctive patina with use, while the Tagayasan wood handle—known as “iron sword wood”—offers strength, comfort, and perfect balance ⚔️.

⚙️ Key Features & Highlights

🔹 Vegetable Specialist – Ideal for slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
🔹 Hollow-Ground Blade – Prevents food from sticking and ensures ultra-thin, clean slices.
🔹 AUS10A High-Carbon Steel – Exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and long-lasting sharpness.
🔹 16° Double-Bevel Edge – Hand-sharpened for precision cutting performance.
🔹 Heritage Finish – Rustic, scratch-concealing look that improves with age.
🔹 Tagayasan Wood Handle – Durable “iron sword wood” handle for balance and control.
🔹 Full-Tang Construction – Adds stability and strength to every cut.
🔹 Handcrafted in Japan – Made in the historic knife-making capital of Seki City.
🔹 Lifetime Warranty – Designed to perform for a lifetime of culinary excellence.

🌿 Shun Kanso Series – The Essence of Zen Design

The Shun Kanso Collection embraces the Zen principle of “Kanso”, meaning simplicity that refines. Each knife strips away the non-essential to focus on what truly matters—sharpness, balance, and functionality.

Forged from AUS10A vanadium stainless steel, each blade is hardened to 60 HRC for incredible edge retention and precision. The heritage finish not only adds character but enhances durability, while the Tagayasan wood handle—used in traditional samurai sword making—provides ergonomic comfort and a secure grip.

Elegant, efficient, and timeless, Shun Kanso knives embody Japanese craftsmanship at its purest.

🏯 About Shun

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” For over a century, the Kai Corporation of Seki City, Japan has continued the tradition of legendary samurai swordsmithing ⚔️, crafting some of the finest kitchen knives in the world.

Each Shun knife is handcrafted in over 100 meticulous steps, combining ancient forging artistry with modern technology to produce blades of unparalleled performance, beauty, and balance. 🌸

✅ Nakiri Knife 6.5″ | 🥬 AUS10A Steel | 🪵 Tagayasan Handle | ⚙️ 16° Double Bevel | 🌿 Heritage Finish | 🏯 Handmade in Japan | 🕊️ Lifetime Warranty

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.