KAI Wasabi Black Knives

Japanese Kitchen Knives

KAI Wasabi Black Knives

Designed for uncomplicated everyday use, the KAI Wasabi Black range combines Japanese knife design with sharp, corrosion-resistant stainless steel blades, robust handles and a clean minimal finish. Choose from chef's knives, Santoku and Nakiri knives, utility knives and slicing styles for professional food preparation.

Made in Japan A Japanese kitchen knife range designed around reliable everyday performance
1K6 Stainless Steel Corrosion-resistant polished blades hardened to 58 ±1 HRC
Robust Water-Resistant Handle Matt black handles with bamboo powder added for a comfortable, natural feel

Wasabi Black • Consistently Sharp

Japanese Functionality Made for Everyday Use

The Wasabi Black series takes inspiration from Japanese professional kitchens, combining functional blade shapes, robust materials and a restrained design. The range offers an approachable way into Japanese kitchen knives without sacrificing the features chefs need for regular food preparation.

58 ±1 HRC blade hardness
Corrosion-resistant 1K6 steel
Double and single bevel designs across the wider range
Water-resistant PP handle
Bamboo powder added to the handle
Made in Japan

Find the Right Knife

Which KAI Wasabi Knife Is Right for You?

Different blade shapes are suited to different preparation jobs. Here's a quick guide to the styles available through our Wasabi Black collection.

Chef's Knife A versatile everyday option for chopping, slicing and general kitchen preparation.
Santoku A Japanese all-rounder suited to preparing meat, fish and vegetables.
Nakiri A straight-edged Japanese vegetable knife ideal for controlled chopping and slicing.
Utility Knife A compact, versatile choice for smaller ingredients and everyday precision work.
Slicing Knife A longer blade designed for smooth, controlled slicing through larger ingredients.

The Blade

Sharp, Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel

Wasabi Black blades use polished 1K6 stainless steel hardened to 58 ±1 HRC. The slightly arched blade back is designed to support a secure grip during preparation and controlled rocking movements.

The Handle

Robust & Easy to Maintain

The matt black water-resistant handle combines polypropylene with bamboo powder for a comfortable feel. The blade and handle are permanently moulded together to help prevent dirt collecting at the join.
Look After Your KAI Knife Wash your knife by hand with a mild detergent after use and dry it with a soft cloth. KAI advises that its knives should not be cleaned in a dishwasher. Proper cleaning and sharpening will help maintain performance over time.
Hand Wash Only
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About KAI Wasabi Black Japanese Knives


KAI Wasabi Black knives combine Japanese kitchen knife design with practical materials suited to regular food preparation. Made in Japan, the range uses corrosion-resistant 1K6 stainless steel blades with a hardness of 58 ±1 HRC and robust water-resistant handles designed for straightforward everyday use.


The Wasabi Black range includes a variety of traditional and contemporary blade shapes. Shop versatile chef's knives and utility knives alongside Japanese styles such as the Santoku and Nakiri, giving chefs and keen cooks options for chopping, slicing, vegetable preparation and precision kitchen work.


KAI Wasabi handles are made from black polypropylene with bamboo powder added to create a comfortable natural feel. The handle and stainless steel blade are permanently moulded together, helping to prevent dirt collecting between the blade and handle.


To maintain your knife, wash it by hand after use and dry it thoroughly rather than placing it in a dishwasher. Looking for more options? Browse our Japanese kitchen knives or explore our full kitchen knife collection.