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  1. Serious Eats
    https://www.seriouseats.com/best-nakiri-knives-6931056

    The 4 Best Nakiri Knives of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

    • This is basically an updated version of our previous winner, and it brought serious chops to the vegetable prep game. It has a sharp blade and comfortable handle and was the cheapest knife I tested. This … See more

    What We Learned

    What Is a Nakiri Knife?
    A nakiri is a Japanese vegetable knife. (Its full name, nakiri bōchō, translates to “leaf cutter.”) As Josh Donald, owner of Bernal Cutlery in S… See more

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    The Criteria: What to Look For in A Nakiri Knife

    I preferred thinner, lighter blades, which were more versatile and didn’t mash produce. Look for blades that weigh close to seven ounces and that are about two millimeters … See more

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    Our Favorite Nakiri Knives

    What we liked: Like our previous winner from Tojiro, this knife had it all: It’s sharp, lightweight, and nimble. It made precisely minced shallots and slid through tomato skin like a … See more

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    The Competition

    Also Recommended
    1. Shun Classic Blonde Nakiri Knife:While I found the handle a bit too long and chunky for my liking, this was a wicked sharp knife that sailed t… See more

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    Is the Shun Premier knife good?
    The Shun Premier 5.5-Inch knife is a high-quality blade that comes razor sharp right out of the box and is well-balanced. The center of mass is about a quarter of an inch toward the blade, making it easier to control. It proved to be a capable performer in all of our chopping tests.
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    Table of Contents
    What We Learned
    The Criteria: What to Look For in A Nakiri Knife
    Our Favorite Nakiri Knives
    The Competition
    Is the Shun Premier knife good?
     
  1. Robb Report
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    Review: Shun Hikari 6.5" Nakiri Is a Must-Have Knife for …

    Jan 18, 2022 · Built specifically for vegetable prep, this Japanese blade makes quick work of slicing, dicing and julienning onions, carrots and more.

  3. Kitchen Knife Forums
    https://www.kitchenknifeforums.com/threads/talk-me...

    Talk me out of a Shun Premier Nakiri as my first "higher-end" knife!

  4. Food & Wine
    https://www.foodandwine.com/best-nakiri-knife-8721564

    The 4 Best Nakiri Knives, According to My Tests - Food & Wine

  5. GearLab
    https://www.techgearlab.com/topics/kitchen/best-nakiri-knife

    Best Nakiri Knife | Tested & Rated - GearLab

  6. The Rational Kitchen
    https://therationalkitchen.com/shun-knives-review

    Shun Knives: A Detailed Review of the Premium Brand

  7. Don't Waste Your Money
    https://www.dontwasteyourmoney.com/products/shun-6...

    Shun D-Shaped Ebony Finished Nakiri Knife, 6.5-Inch - Don't …

  8. America's Test Kitchen
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    The Best Nakiri for Home Use - America's Test Kitchen

    Although this nakiri has a full tang, it was one of the lightest we tested, thanks to its ultrathin blade, making it especially airy and effortless to use. That thin stainless-steel blade also excelled at precise tasks—slicing cabbage paper …

  9. Amazon
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    Shun Cutlery Classic Nakiri Knife 6.5", Ideal Chopping …

    SPECIALIZED VEGETABLE KNIFE: The Shun Classic 6.5-inch Nakiri Knife is expertly designed for slicing and dicing vegetables with precision and ease, making it a must-have for any kitchen. PIONEERING EXCELLENCE: Bring …

  10. Choppy Choppy
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    Shun Premier Nakiri Knife Review - Choppy Choppy

    This Shun Nakiri knife review will introduce to you a premium Japanese knife perfect for prepping all kinds of vegetables. Regardless if you’re a professional chef or an experimental home cook, this knife will surely make a big difference …