TENMEI Nakiri
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, guaranteeing authentic Japanese knife-making quality
- 49-layer sunrise-inspired Damascus pattern adds visual depth and symbolizes Tenmei (“daybreak”) with FC61 steel core (61 HRC)
- Exceptionally ergonomic black pakkawood handle
- Mosaic pin, brass spacers, and stainless -steel end cap with logo detail enhance durability and refined aesthetics
- FRIODUR x2 Ice-hardened
- The blade is sharpened by hand using the traditional Honbazuke method to an angle of 9.5° to 12°
Traditionally used in Japanese cuisine, the Nakiri is a dedicated vegetable knife designed for precise and efficient preparation. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, the MIYABI Tenmei Nakiri features a hard FC61 steel core, ice-hardened for excellent sharpness and long-lasting edge retention. A 49-layer, sunrise-inspired Damascus pattern adds visual depth and symbolizes Tenmei (“daybreak”), while the refined handle details—including mosaic pin, brass spacers, and a stainless-steel end cap with logo—underline the knife’s craftsmanship and balance. The beautiful and very strong pakkawood creates a premium and sophisticated look.The blade is sharpened by hand using the traditional Honbazuke method to an angle of 9.5° to 12°, ensuring clean, controlled push cuts across the full length of the straight edge.