Masamoto Nakiri Knife

Masamoto has crafted super-premium Japanese knives for over 150 years, and is a well-respected brand by chefs all over the world. Known as one of the number one sushi knife makers in Japan, their knives have gained a cult status amongst serious knife lovers for their amazing cutting performance, fine blades, and thin geometry. They have always prioritised practical performance — the feel in use, the durability of sharpness, and ease of maintenance. Their excellent craftsmanship means that every blade is finished by hand, which is why there is no set angle (though 15° is a good approximation).

This Masamoto Nakiri Knife has a cleaver shape and excellent sharpness that makes it ideal for effortlessly cutting vegetables, leafy greens, and more. The broad, flat blade is also great for transferring ingredients from your board to your pan. The blade is made from high-quality powdered steel, produced by reducing metal into an extremely fine powder before moulding and sintering it. This creates a highly uniform microstructure, making the steel tough, highly wear‑resistant, and giving the blade excellent edge retention, so you don't have to sharpen it too frequently. This steel blade has more than 13% chromium content, making it a stainless steel (rather than carbon steel) blade, so no extra care or oiling is needed. Made from natural materials, the magnolia wood and buffalo horn handle make each knife handle lightweight, placing minimal strain on the hand, even during prolonged use. The oval shape of the handle is also comfortable to grip, letting you control your blade with precision. Part of the knife's beauty is that the blade is finished by hand, using natural materials which can significantly vary in colour, making each knife unique.