{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-33-layer-damascus-vg10-nakiri-160mm","title":"SAKAI TAKAYUKI 33-Layer Damascus VG10 NAKIRI 160mm","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-780d3390-7fff-15c6-70d9-a3acc598704d\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer Damascus VG10 Nakiri 160mm is a refined Japanese vegetable knife designed for precision, control, and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its core lies VG-10 stainless steel, celebrated for its exceptional sharpness, long edge retention, and excellent corrosion resistance. This high-performance core is clad in 33 layers of stainless Damascus steel, resulting in a blade that delivers superior cutting performance, visual beauty, and ease of maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is finished with a traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsuchime (hammered) pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a distinctive feature of Japanese forged knives. Beyond its striking appearance, the hammered texture enhances food release and reinforces the forging process, producing a dense, resilient blade with outstanding sharpness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-e410ced1-7fff-96b5-2a9a-17a5f6a93dfb\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e33-Layer Damascus Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple layers of stainless steel are forge-welded around a VG-10 core, achieving an ideal balance of sharpness, durability, and aesthetic refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 Stainless Steel Core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its high hardness and toughness, VG-10 provides clean, precise cuts while remaining rust-resistant and easy to sharpen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Tsuchime (Hammered) Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHammered impressions increase forging density and improve food release, blending functional performance with authentic Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Sharpness for Vegetable Prep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flat blade profile of the Nakiri excels at straight-down cuts, making it ideal for vegetables, herbs, and precise kitchen work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Hardness \u0026amp; Long-Lasting Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a hardness of HRC 60–62, the blade maintains its keen edge through frequent use while delivering consistent cutting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant Mahogany Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-balanced mahogany handle offers a comfortable grip, excellent control, and a premium visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-8d423504-7fff-c01f-eeea-6ba0caf45c45\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nakiri (Japanese Vegetable Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VG-10 Core, 33-Layer Damascus Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e HRC 60–62\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEdge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double Bevel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 160mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 46mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFerrule Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 121mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 253g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SAKAI TAKAYUKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48038951911656,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/9274\/4680\/files\/SAKAI_TAKAYUKI_NAKIRI_160mm_4.png?v=1775197088","url":"https:\/\/the-artisan-japan.com\/products\/sakai-takayuki-33-layer-damascus-vg10-nakiri-160mm","provider":"The Artisan Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}