The Harukaze Morado AS Nakiri 165mm is a standout value for anyone looking for a high-performance vegetable knife without stretching the budget. This line has been a great addition to our lineup, offering excellent cutting performance, solid fit and finish, and premium steel at a very approachable price. It’s especially impressive to see Aogami Super edge steel used at this level, paired with a nicely finished kurouchi and hammered blade that gives it a handcrafted, rustic appeal.
The tall blade profile and flat edge of the nakiri make it ideal for push cutting and chopping vegetables with speed and precision. The generous blade height provides excellent knuckle clearance and makes scooping ingredients off the board easy. The Aogami Super core takes a very keen edge and holds it well, while the stainless cladding reduces maintenance and makes daily use more convenient. The rosewood oval handle with maple ferrule is comfortable and well-balanced—please note current stock features this handle style as shown in the photos.
Review Synopsis: Customers consistently praise the overall quality, balance, and feel of this knife, with one reviewer calling it their favorite among several Harukaze AS knives. The handle comfort and craftsmanship stand out, along with how quickly the knife takes a sharp edge. Some users note that it can benefit from light thinning for optimal performance and advise care during sharpening to preserve the finish. Overall, it’s viewed as an excellent performer that responds well to tuning and delivers impressive results for the price.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry promptly after use. The exposed core steel at the edge is reactive and will develop a patina over time. Avoid cutting hard bones, frozen foods, or very hard materials. Sharpen on water stones as needed to maintain optimal performance.Brand: Harukaze Location: Tosa, Japan Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged Cladding: Stainless Edge Steel: AS (Aogami Super) Edge Grind: Even Finish: Hammered, Kurouchi Weight: 5.9 oz (168 g) Blade Length: 165 mm Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm Blade Height: 52 mm Handle: Rosewood Oval Ferrule: Maple
The tall blade profile and flat edge of the nakiri make it ideal for push cutting and chopping vegetables with speed and precision. The generous blade height provides excellent knuckle clearance and makes scooping ingredients off the board easy. The Aogami Super core takes a very keen edge and holds it well, while the stainless cladding reduces maintenance and makes daily use more convenient. The rosewood oval handle with maple ferrule is comfortable and well-balanced—please note current stock features this handle style as shown in the photos.
Review Synopsis: Customers consistently praise the overall quality, balance, and feel of this knife, with one reviewer calling it their favorite among several Harukaze AS knives. The handle comfort and craftsmanship stand out, along with how quickly the knife takes a sharp edge. Some users note that it can benefit from light thinning for optimal performance and advise care during sharpening to preserve the finish. Overall, it’s viewed as an excellent performer that responds well to tuning and delivers impressive results for the price.
Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry promptly after use. The exposed core steel at the edge is reactive and will develop a patina over time. Avoid cutting hard bones, frozen foods, or very hard materials. Sharpen on water stones as needed to maintain optimal performance.
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Excellent knife!Posted By: Charles
47 people found this review helpful
I've got 4 Harukaze AS knives now, a Gyuto, Petty, Nakiri and a Morado. This Nakiri is by far my favorite of the 4. They are all superb quality, sharpness and feel but this one just feels the best in my hand. Only disclaimer is be careful when you sharpen it, as it's very easy to scratch the finish.
47 people found this review helpful
I've got 4 Harukaze AS knives now, a Gyuto, Petty, Nakiri and a Morado. This Nakiri is by far my favorite of the 4. They are all superb quality, sharpness and feel but this one just feels the best in my hand. Only disclaimer is be careful when you sharpen it, as it's very easy to scratch the finish.
Very nice nakiriPosted By: Matt Jacobs
8 people found this review helpful
This is a beautiful knife. The handle is incredible and the 3 layers are incredible to look at. I would say sharpness was a 6/10 but sharpened quickly. The only downside is that it is a little thick behind the edge. It doesn't fall through food as easily as other knives I own. That being said I thinned and resharpened and now it is incredible.
8 people found this review helpful
This is a beautiful knife. The handle is incredible and the 3 layers are incredible to look at. I would say sharpness was a 6/10 but sharpened quickly. The only downside is that it is a little thick behind the edge. It doesn't fall through food as easily as other knives I own. That being said I thinned and resharpened and now it is incredible.
