Nakiri translates to "leaf cutter". The specialty of this type of knife is vegetable cutting. Its straight profile and blade height encourage a "push-cut" motion, lifting the blade between each cutting motion. The Nakiri is perfect for slicing cabbage, julienning vegetables or rough-cutting vegetables for soups.
Manufactured by TAKEFU SPECIAL STEEL CO VG-1 is a stainless steel created for blade manufacture and known for its fine structure, high toughness and ease of heat treatment. With 1.0% carbon for improved wear resistance and 14% chromium for superior corrosion resistance and strength, VG-1 steel meets the requirements of Japanese forges for knife design. This makes it an excellent choice for buying your first quality stainless steel blade, or adding one to your collection.