Yaxell Nakiri Knife 16.5 cm Hana 34844

Nakiri Knife 16.5 cm – Hana by Yaxell

The Hana Nakiri Knife by Yaxell is more than just a kitchen tool — it's a reliable companion for every culinary task involving vegetables. Designed in the spirit of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, this knife effortlessly blends beauty, balance, and performance.

Featuring a robust 16.5 cm blade with an impressive 4.9 cm width, this Nakiri knife is forged from 3 layers of MOVAX superior stainless steel — a high-performance alloy known for its sharpness, stability, and durability. Whether you're finely slicing tomatoes for a Bolognese sauce or chopping cabbage for a vibrant coleslaw, this knife ensures precise, effortless cuts every time.

Thanks to its wide rectangular blade, you can easily scoop and transfer your chopped ingredients straight from the board to your pan or bowl — practical and efficient.

The octagonal pakkawood handle in dark brown is both ergonomic and elegant, providing a secure, comfortable grip and exceptional control during use. Handcrafted in the legendary knife-making city of Seki, Japan, the Hana Nakiri stands as a symbol of quality, precision, and timeless Japanese artistry.

Features:

Blade Composition: Core of MOVAX superior stainless steel

• MOVAX: High-performance alloy of chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium

• 3-layer construction for enhanced stability and edge life

• Blade Length: 16.5 cm

• Hardness: Rockwell 58 HRC

• Edge Angle: Less than 14° per side (double bevel)

• Blade Shape: Traditional Kiritsuke profile — long, flat edge with a pointed tip for precision slicing

Handle:

• Crafted from dark brown pakkawood – a highly durable, moisture-resistant wood-resin composite

• Octagonal shape offers optimal grip, control, and balance

• Designed for long-term comfort and professional use

Craftsmanship:

Every Yaxell knife undergoes a multi-stage heat treatment process: forged at extreme temperatures, ice-hardened, and then reheated to maximize corrosion resistance and cutting performance. This blend of modern technology and ancient skill results in blades that are as beautiful as they are functional.

The word “Hana”, meaning “beauty” in Japanese, is more than a name — it’s a philosophy that embodies the refined aesthetics and superior quality of this series. Hana is a registered trademark of Yaxell.

Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, a city with over 700 years of knife-making heritage.