This Peeler and Julienne Slicer is used to slice and julienne firm vegetable and fruit into thin, shoestring strips. Kinpira, which actually means "julienne" in Japanese, refers to the long, narrow strips this vegetable peeler creates. Save valuable time during food preparation by combining two tasks in one, with this handy innovative tool. Made in Japan using the same traditional method as ancient Samurai swords, with the same quality hardened-steel blade used in chefs' knives. The Kinpira peeler and slicer is made with quality and precision.