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Miyabi - Kaizen II 6.5-inch Nakiri Knife - Stainless Steel
Average customer rating
4.8
(76 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 76 reviews
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99%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Miyabi - Kaizen II 6.5-inch Nakiri Knife - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
5
Best blade ever!
on December 2, 2025
Posted by: BigBoysPub
Frequency of use:Daily
The quality of craftsmanship is out of this WORLD! I have never fallen in love with a knife so quickly, you can make paper thin cuts and it is fantastic for light butchering!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Performance and Craftsmanship
on December 23, 2025
Posted by: LeoSaldana
Frequency of use:Daily
The Miyabi Nakiri has completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment I picked it up, I could tell this knife was something special. The balance is perfect, the handle feels incredibly comfortable in the hand, and the craftsmanship is absolutely stunning.
In terms of performance, it glides through vegetables with zero effort—everything from delicate herbs to dense root vegetables cuts clean and precise. The blade is razor sharp right out of the box and holds its edge impressively well. Cooking genuinely feels more enjoyable and efficient with this knife.
If you love cooking or simply appreciate premium kitchen tools, this Nakiri is worth every penny. It’s not just a knife, it’s a piece of art that performs flawlessly. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Knife!
on December 27, 2025
Posted by: Daniel D
Frequency of use:Daily
Great sharp knife! Stays sharp a long time too and holds up to everyday use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Durability and Beauty
on April 9, 2020
Posted by: bourbonbb
Kaizen II is made of a new type of steel, FC61, that very few knife companies are using. It is extremely chip resistant.
Japanese knives, by design, have a very thin blade and a very small edge angle. This is what makes them incredibly sharp. Unfortunately, prior to FC61, it could make them a little fragile if you didn't know how to properly use and care for them. FC61 has answered that problem and allows most anyone to own a Japanese knife. Plus it is very hard which gives it incredible edge retention.
The nakiri is a true Japanese blade design, perfect for chopping fruits, vegetables, meat or fish.
If you want an authentic Japanese knife, end your search with Miyabi. They are made and sold in Japan as the premium knife.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
2
on February 5, 2023
Posted by: Conrad Hunter
Frequency of use:Daily
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super sharp, cutting edge and great balance in the hand this Nakiri glads effortless through fruits and vegetables. Holds its edge better than competing brands..
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from Zwilling.comBy Consumer Relations , Consumer Relations , February 6, 2023
Thank you for the review and for making our day! We love positive feedback, and we appreciate that you took the time to write us. Happy Cooking! Enjoy!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
4
on March 28, 2020
Posted by: Cooking Mommy
This Nakiri has a nicely shaped blade, it is more rounded that other blunt edge Nakiri knives so I seem to be able to work more quickly with it. Made with FC61 durable steel it can go through even the toughest vegetables and small bones. Handle is extremely comfortable, more rounded than the traditional Japanese D shaped handle.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Intricate and Sharpness!
on April 1, 2020
Posted by: Bradley Baby Mochi
This MIyabi Kaizen is made and handcrafted in Japan, fabricated from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide steel, Ice-hardened FRIODURx2 blade offers exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance.
The blade core is surrounded by 48 outer layers of steel which make up the unique Damascus-design pattern on the blade. It is scalpel-like sharpness and comfortably in the hand. It takes more than 100 steps and 42 days to create one knife worthy of the MIYABI brand.
The blade core is surrounded by 48 outer layers of steel which make up the unique Damascus-design pattern on the blade. It is scalpel-like sharpness and comfortably in the hand. It takes more than 100 steps and 42 days to create one knife worthy of the MIYABI brand.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Useful and Sharp
on April 8, 2020
Posted by: HomeCook5
Frequency of use:Daily
The Kaizen II will become one of your most reached for knives. The updated Kaizen II has an FC61 core that is stronger and more durable than the original. It will retain its razor sharo edge longer and feel more sturdy in your hand. The handle also has been upgraded to pakkawood and is slightly larger for a comfortable grip in your hand. The Nakiri blade is perfect for all your chopping job and with a slightly curved tip you will be able to smoothly slice through your vegetables.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com