Sakai Kikumori Blue #2 Nakiri Knife Nashiji Santokus • Use a wooden or

• Use a wooden or soft plastic board to preserve the edge

It’s why end grain is our favourite style of board here at Community Cutlery

textured finish left on the blade from the forging process

cutting techniques and clear step-by-step photography accompanying each project

with the grain running along the board as you cut down onto its edge

Sakai Kikumori Blue #2 Nakiri Knife Nashiji Santokus • Use a wooden orNakiri The Vegetable KnifeThe nakiri is a double bevel vegetable knife designed for efficient prep. With a flat edge profile and squared off tip, it excels at clean, straight cuts through vegetables without the need for a rocking motion. The full edge contact makes it particularly effective for push cutting and chopping, helping to produce even slices with minimal cracking. Nashiji Pear Skin TextureNashiji translates as pear skin, referring to the