The 3 Best Nakiri Knives of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

We tested 13 popular nakiri knives to see which ones sliced, diced, and chopped the best. We evaluated each knife's sharpness, handle, and balance, too.

Looking for a premium kitchen knife that will last forever? This Shogun series knife by Kyoku is ready to do just that. A perfect fusion of tradition and technology, this 7 inch knife is manufactured with cryogenically treated Japanese stainless steel to ensure outstanding durability. Thanks to its scalpel like 8-12 degree edge, this knife slices with minimal resistance, making it perfect for cutting meat, fruit, vegetables, and more with meticulously exact precision.

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The Dalstrong Frost Fire Series is an elegant collection of premium light-weight, razor-sharp knives with an icy cold look and fiery performance.

Dalstrong Nakiri Knife - 6.5 inch - Frost Fire Series - High Chromium 10CR15MOV Stainless Steel Vegetable Knife - Frosted Sandblast Finish - White

It is vastly better than the all-purpose European chef’s knife, which is clunky, heavy and too thick to precisely slice and dice onions, cut carrots into perfect coins or reduce chard into feathery ribbons. The solution is the Milk Street Nakiri.

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