Nakiri is intended for chipping root vegetables. A wide but thin grain ensures a uniform and stable chopping result in the form of vegetable cubes, strips or julienne billets. Due to the wide grain, it is convenient to lift the processed foods into the pot.

The knife blade is made of three-layer steel with a strength on the Rockwell scale of 60 (+/-1) HRC. The middle layer is made of VG-10 steel with cobalt content. The extreme layers are formed by a slightly softer chrome stainless steel (13 chrome). The core of the knife, consisting of three layers, is thus very hard and perfectly retains sharpness. However, the outer softer layers give the necessary durability and elasticity. The handle of the knife is made of wood and firmly fastened with three rivets.

Knives from the Tojiro DP series are known in many kitchens thanks to their durability, sharpness and affordable price.