Japanese Nakiri Knife 165mm Motonobu 元昇 Kurouchi 黑打 kitchen knife

The Motonobu (元昇) Kurouchi Nakiri Knife is a traditional Japanese vegetable chopper with a 165mm blade length, ideal for precise slicing, dicing, and mincing of vegetables. Featuring a rustic black-forged (Kurouchi) this knife offers a distinctive, artisanal aesthetic while providing natural protection against excessive reactivity in its carbon steel construction. There are minor surface rust spots on the blade, which are common in reactive carbon steel knives and do not affect cutting performance or sharpness—proper care (wiping dry after use) will maintain its excellent edge retention and functionality. Perfect for home cooks or professionals seeking an authentic, high-performance kitchen tool.