The Miyabi Birchwood collection is one of my favorites, and I absolutely love using the Nakiri. I had never used this blade style before, but when I handled and chopped with this knife for the first time, it was amazing. It cuts so effortlessly due to the fact that it's constructed with 100 layers of SG2 steel. The handle is smooth and feels great to hold as you chop through produce. It’s a great, sharp, beautiful Japanese knife.