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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
Redesigned Kaizen II is a hit!
on March 31, 2020
Posted by: CookinginCali
If you liked the sharpness of the original Kaizen, but found the handle a little foreign, then it might be time to reconsider the Kaizen line. The handle and the bolster were beefed up to provide more feedback with a firm pinch grip. The 49-layers of steel are hand finished to an extremely sharp edge that holds. It has a double Damascus pattern that is stunning.
This nakiri blade shape is the ultimate chopping - prep knife. Used in Japanese kitchens for centuries, it has the stability of a cleave without the weight. This nakiri has a slight arc making it compatible with Western styles of cutting and chopping.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
My favorite knife!
on January 19, 2021
Posted by: Tomas V
Frequency of use:Daily
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Nakiri is hands down my go-to knife. When I got it, it was sharp as can be straight out of the box. I’ve had it for 5 years now and it has stood the test of time. Working in kitchens in Malibu and Westlake CA, I needed a knife that could handle high production and long hours. The handle on it is so comfortable to hold and the profile is a standout for me. Not like a typical flat Nakiri, this one has a curve to it that helps the versatility aspect by allowing you to use the rocking technique. This is the knife in my collection that I boast about because I love using it that much
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Nakiri
on March 30, 2020
Posted by: Niner2015
This is a really great Japanese blade shape and knife. The Kaizen II has a beautiful blade and the Micarta wood handle feels really smooth in hand, and has a nice roundedness to it. With the blade having 48 layers of steel, you can really feel how much of a difference that makes when cutting fish, meat or produce. A great knife to have in the kitchen.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
on April 5, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
Frequency of use:Daily
The Nakiri is an adapted knife that now also works well as a Western knife, although originally a Japanese knife for chopping. This new version feels better in the hand and can handle any chopping or cutting - Eastern or Western style. The Damascus pattern is so visually gorgeous, although cutting with this knife is as good as it looks! You will reach for this knife more and more, as you will see it is up to any task!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
on May 11, 2020
Posted by: jmarilyn42
Frequency of use:Daily
I use my nakiri knife almost every day now that I discovered this blade profile. It is a nice addition to my Kaizen ll chef knife and I use it for almost all of my vegetables. It has a nice wide blade profile and makes you feel like a pro chopping away. The traditional D-shape handle makes it easy to get all your tasks done in the kitchen and feel like you just started!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Posted by: Raph1211
Verified Purchase:Yes
Knife did not last, purchased this knife as a present and within a month of use it broke cutting vegetables. Knife does not hold up well to basic vegetables.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
on November 21, 2025
Posted by: Marlenasch
I was gifted this knife, and it is an investment for my cooking, I am satisfied with how smoothly it can cut in fruits and those harder root veggies (squash, sweet potato, etc) . Will be sticking with this brand from here on out!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Zwilling.com
Customer Rating
5
Amazing product
on November 29, 2025
Posted by: Rach04
My husband and I love this knife! Not only is it beautiful but its quality is outstanding! We are very happy with this purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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