About the Brand - Tsunehisa

Tsunehisa knives come from various blacksmiths and factories around Japan. They offer a wide range of blades made from different steels. These high-performing and affordable knives serve as an excellent entry point into the world of Japanese cutlery. Whether you’re a home cook or a professional chef, Tsunehisa knives provide quality and craftsmanship.

About the Shape - Nakiri

The Nakiri (菜切り) knife is a Western-style Japanese vegetable knife with a thin and broad rectangular blade, a straight cutting edge, and a flat, blunt tip. It is specifically designed to excel at quickly and efficiently chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing vegetables.

About the Steel - SKD

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, SKD is a high carbon – high chromium air hardening cold work tool steel, heat treatable to 60-64 HRC.

About the Finish - Nashiji

Nashiji (梨子地) literally translates to pear-fruit-skin as the finish imitates the skin of an Asian pear. This finish is created by polishing away the dark oxides while retaining the rough texture. Some may say Nashiji is in the middle between Kurouchi and Migaki.

Tsunehisa SKD Nashiji Nakiri 170mm

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