No. 7 Nakiri KnifeThe Nakiri is an absolute workhorse when heavy duty prep work is on the table. Often referred to as a Japanese vegetable knife, the Nakiri is the perfect blend of the versatility of a chef knife and the blunt shape of a cleaver. The square shape and straight edge make it ideal for chopping cumbersome vegetables when the rocking motion of a chef knife wont do. Use it to quickly work through sweet potatoes, butternut squash, or large zucchini. The deep,