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.

Syosaku Japanese Vegetable Knife VG-1 Gold Stainless Steel Mahogany Handle, Nakiri 6.3-inch (160mm) with Magnoila Wood Sheath Saya Cover - Syosaku-Japan

Masutani VG1 Nakiri 165mm Red

Miyabi Kaizen II Nakiri Knife, 6 1/2

Harukaze AS Nakiri 165mm

Shun Premier Grey 5.5 Nakiri Knife

The 3 Best Nakiri Knives of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

Crimson Series 7-Inch Nakiri knife; full-tang handle and matching end cap Japanese style vegetable knife with straight blade and razor sharp 18-degree

7 Inch Nakiri Knife Crimson Series by Ergo Chef

ZDP-189 Nakiri Black 160mm (6.3) – SharpEdge

JoyJolt 7 in. High-Carbon Steel Full Tang Kitchen Knife Nakiri Santoku Knife with Pakkawood Handle JKN11924 - The Home Depot