Overview

Meet the Makoto Kurosaki VG7 Nashiji Tall Gyuto 240mm—a wide, workhorse-profile gyuto with serious knuckle clearance and smooth, stainless performance. The tall 64 mm heel height makes rocking, push cuts, and scoop transfers effortless, while the VG7 stainless core takes a crisp edge and holds it through long prep sessions. Finished in a rustic nashiji (pear-skin) texture and paired with a classic rosewood wa handle, this is a chef’s knife you’ll reach for every day.

Common Questions

Q: Is this knife suitable for home cooks?

A: Absolutely. The tall profile is forgiving and stable, the stainless cladding keeps day-to-day care easy, and the 240 mm length covers everything from onions and herbs to proteins and melons.

Q: What’s special about a “tall” gyuto?

A: Extra blade height (~64 mm) gives more knuckle clearance and a broader landing area for scooping. It also adds a touch of food release and stability without feeling clumsy, thanks to a ~2 mm spine that glides through product.

Specifications

Brand/Blacksmith: Makoto Kurosaki

Core Steel: VG7 stainless

Cladding Type: Stainless cladding

Blade Length: 242 mm

Overall Length: 405 mm

Spine Thickness (Heel): ~2.0 mm

Spine Thickness (Mid): ~2.1 mm

Blade Height: ~64 mm

Weight: ~240 g

Handle Material: Rosewood (wa)

Hardness (HRC): ~61–62

Blade Finish: Nashiji