Global Ukon Vegetable Knife

The Nakiri is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife designed specifically for chopping, slicing, and dicing produce. Its square-tipped, flat profile allows for efficient, clean cuts through vegetables without the need for a rocking motion.

The Ukon series features a thicker blade for increased durability and a refined edge geometry that is 10% sharper than previous Global collections. It also offers improved edge retention, meaning it stays sharper for longer during heavy prep work.

No, the handle is designed with Global’s signature dimpled pattern. This texture provides a secure, slip-resistant grip even when your hands are damp or oily during food preparation.

CROMOVA 18 is a proprietary molybdenum/vanadium stainless steel blend used by Global. It is specifically formulated to be hard enough to hold a razor-sharp edge while remaining highly resistant to rust, stains, and chipping.

Because of its all-stainless-steel construction, this knife is easy to clean and sanitize. We recommend hand washing with mild detergent and drying immediately to maintain the finish and edge integrity.

While it excels at vegetable prep, the Nakiri is not designed for heavy-duty tasks like deboning meat or cutting through frozen foods. The blade is optimized for precision slicing and chopping of produce.