Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri
Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri

Haruyuki Zanpa Nakiri

£160.00

Beautifully finished, the zanpa nakiri is a great veg prep knife with an impressive out of the box edge and looks to turn heads when you start cooking!

Currently out of stock

Product Code: TSU-0056

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 165mm / 6.5" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 306mm / 12.05" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 51.1mm / 2.01" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 1.93mm / 0.08" (Spine width above the heel)
  • Total Weight: 147 grams / 5.19 oz

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: AUS10
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless
  • Blade Finish: Damascus
  • Hardness: 61-62 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Japanese
  • Handle Material: Octagonal oak
  • Left or Right handed: Either (Double Bevel)

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Tsunehisa - Zanpa

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

We'll cut to the chase (ahem..) with these knives. They look incredible, the swirling finish and cladding line looks amazing.

There's more to them than pretty looks though.

Beauty

If looks play a significant part in your knife buying process then you're in for a treat. The Zanpa has a great finish, it's visually striking but not over the top, the simple and classy octagonal oak handle is a nice pairing with the blade.

These are definitely some fine looking knives.

In Hand

They're light, well finished and benefit from attention to detail with a subtly rounded edge on the spine and a nice smoothing inside the heel of the blade so once you've got one in hand, it's nimble and there are no rough edges or rustic finishes to worry about. 

Durability

AUS10 clad in stainless is a real "no brainer" if you're looking for easy care and sharpening. The Zanpa is impressively sharp out of the box but for the enthusiast there's still scope for a little polish on a high grit stone to take it up a notch if you want to. 

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

Stainless and hardened to around 61-62 HRC it's a durable and robust knife that's easy to care for if you follow our normal care instructions.

Our Verdict

Ease of care, a durable and robust and without doubt a fabulous looking knife the Zanpa is a perfect choice for either a first Japanese knife or a striking addition to an existing collection. 

Note: These knives are supplied to us under the Tsunehisa brand and listed as such on the site although they are made by Haruyuki so you may also see them referred to by this name elsewhere.

Meet the maker

Tsunehisa

Tsunehisa is a respected Japanese knife brand that represents the skill and consistency of Sakai and Tosa’s regional blacksmithing traditions rather than a single maker. Working with a network of experienced craftsmen across Japan, Tsunehisa produces high-quality kitchen knives that balance performance, value, and practicality for both professional and home chefs.

Tsunehisa’s product range covers a wide variety of steels and styles - from carbon steel gyuto and petty knives to stainless and Damascus series using VG10, AUS10, and Ginsan - all designed to deliver excellent edge retention and a comfortable, well-finished feel.

Each Tsunehisa knife reflects a blend of traditional Japanese handcraft and modern manufacturing precision, offering reliable sharpness and performance that embody the enduring quality of regional Japanese knife-making.

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