Collection: KAI

In Japan, this knife style is known as a gyuto and is the Japanese equivalent of the chef's knife. It is an all-purpose knife ideal for meat and fish, yet it also performs beautifully on vegetables. Although the blade profile is narrower than the traditional chef's knife, it still offers plenty of knuckle clearance when cutting on a board. If you are looking for a lighter, more nimble multi-purpose kitchen knife, the Shun Premier Asian Cook's Knife is sure to become your go-to knife for a wide range of food preparation tasks.

• A multipurpose knife similar in function to a chef's knife
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit 
Blade Shape: Chef, Specialty 
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 7 in. (178mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood

The Shun Classic Paring Knife is a must-have for every kitchen. Think of it as the mini version of the chef's knife because, like the chef's knife, the paring knife is quite versatile. It gets its name from its main function—removing or “paring” away things like peels or pits from fruits and vegetables. Its small size gives you complete control over the tip and edge of the blade. Generally, you use this knife in your hand rather than against a cutting board, though paring knives can also be used for cutting small foods, such as garlic cloves or ginger.

• For peeling, trimming, coring, and more, this knife is essential
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Peeling & Paring
• Status: On Sale
• Blade Shape: Paring
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 3.5 in. (89mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

All cooks have certain tools that really work for them. That's one of the reasons Shun makes so many different types of kitchen knives; so you can always find the ones that work best for you. The Shun Premier 5.5-in. Santoku is a case in point. Smaller than our full-sized santoku, this one is an in-between size and weight that make it perfect for most medium-sized kitchen tasks. Slicing baby carrots, dicing shallots, cutting butter or chocolate--all are perfect jobs for the Shun Premier 5.5-in. Santoku. If you have smaller hands or simply prefer a compact knife, this one is sure to become one of your favorite kitchen go-to knives.

• Top performance in a smaller, lightweight, multipurpose knife
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered TSUCHIME finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit 
Blade Shape: Santoku
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications: 

• Blade Length: 5.5 in. (140mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood

If there is one knife that you simply can't be without, it's this one. The Shun Classic 8-in. Chef's Knife is an all-purpose blade ideal for a wide variety of cutting tasks. The eight-inch length is perfect for preparing fruits, vegetables, proteins, and other foods. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and is extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently "rocked" through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince. Shun Classic's thinner blades makes it lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European-style Chef's knives.

• THE must-have kitchen knife; beautiful looks, high performance
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan 

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade Shape: Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 8 in. (203mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

The Shun Premier 7-in. Santoku is a beautiful, Asian-inspired chef's knife that many cooks today have added to their kitchen favorites. A knife of many talents, a santoku easily handles all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. Slightly shorter than the standard chef's knife, the Shun Premier Santoku is light, agile, and very easy to maneuver. There's just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts, which just adds to the Premier Santoku's versatility. The santoku is as easy to use as a chef's knife and is especially well suited to a down-and-forward cutting motion (push cut). 

• An Asian-inspired chef's knife for handling most kitchen tasks
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan 

Features & Details:

Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit
Blade Shape: Santoku
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 7 in. (178mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood

As you would expect, this beautiful knife is the right tool for two key kitchen chores—boning and filleting. When boning, the narrow, sharp, curved blade gets in close to the bone, making it easy to separate meat from bone. Shun's extremely sharp edge even cuts through fibrous material with ease. It's perfect for trimming the silver skin from a tenderloin or roast or even making your own cutlets. The narrow blade reduces the drag as you cut against the meat, so cutting is fast and easy. When it comes to filleting fish, the blade's 6-in. length is just right to glide through the body of the fish, quickly removing bones and skin. The contoured Premier handle provides a secure grip for excellent control.

• Curved, rigid blade gets in close and offers controlled cutting
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered TSUCHIME finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood® handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

Use: BBQ, Boning & Fillet 
Blade Shape: BBQ, Boning & Fillet, Specialty
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications: 

Also called a tomato knife or a sandwich knife, the Shun Classic 6-in. Serrated Utility Knife is a blade with many uses. In size, it's between the chef's knife and the paring knife, but its blade is narrower and straighter. The serrated edge makes it ideal for slicing foods with somewhat tough skins and soft interiors—such as avocados. It works well on sausages, especially those with tougher casing, and with hard cheeses. The Shun Classic Serrated Utility Knife is wonderful for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed.

• This multi-purpose knife features serrations to cut through tougher foods without tearing
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting, single-bevel 16° edge
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie 
Blade Shape: Utility 
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 6 in. (152mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

If you have only one kitchen knife, the Shun Classic 8-in. Hollow Ground Chef's Knife is the one to have. In addition to top Shun performance, what make this one special is the hollow-ground indentations on the side of the blade. They create small air pockets that reduce friction when cutting, making it easier to glide through the cut. If you've had problems with sticking, try a hollow-ground blade. Otherwise, use the Shun Classic 8-in. Hollow Ground Chef's Knife as you would any other chef's knife—for slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruits, vegetables, and other foods.

• THE must-have kitchen knife, with hollow grinds on blade to help food release more easily
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade: Shape Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 8 in. (203mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

The paring knife is an indispensable kitchen prep knife. For peeling, trimming, making decorative cuts, or even for cutting small foods like shallots or garlic, the small size of the paring knife gives you complete cutting control. Since every kitchen needs a paring knife—and since you are sure to use it just about every time you cook—it makes sense to own a paring knife you can love. May we suggest the Shun Premier Paring Knife? Of course, it is beautiful. But its real beauty comes from how well it performs. A thin lightweight blade and a razor-sharp edge make every paring task a breeze. The contour on the bottom of the handle ensures an excellent grip whether held by the handle or in a pinch grip.

• One of the most essential kitchen knives
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered TSUCHIME finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features + Details:

Use: Peeling & Paring
Blade Shape: Paring 
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications: 

• Blade Length: 4 in. (102mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood

In Japan, this knife style is known as a gyuto. It is the Japanese equivalent of the chef's knife. In other words, it is an all-purpose knife. Ideal for meat and fish, it performs beautifully on vegetables, too. Although the blade profile is narrower than the traditional chef's knife, it still offers plenty of knuckle clearance when cutting on a board. If you are looking for a lighter, more nimble multi-purpose kitchen knife, the Shun Classic Asian Cook's Knife is sure to become your go-to knife for a wide range of food preparation tasks.

• A traditional Japanese all-purpose knife
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit 
Blade Shape: Chef, Specialty
Country of Origin: Japan

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 7 in. (178mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

For a chef's knife that is particularly lightweight and highly maneuverable, try the Shun Classic 6-in. Chef's Knife. Like all chef's knives, it is an all-purpose blade ideal for a wide variety of cutting tasks. While the 6-in. length is perfect for slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruits, vegetables, and other foods, many cooks prefer this smaller size for its sheer nimbleness. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and is extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently "rocked" through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince.

• A smaller, lighter, and more maneuverable chef's knife
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade Shape: Chef
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 6 in. (152mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

n size, the Shun Classic 6-in. Utility Knife is between a chef's knife and a paring knife, but its blade is narrower and straighter. It's perfect for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables. Others like its smaller size as an alternative to the chef's knife. Utility knives are sometimes called sandwich knives because they work well on almost everything that goes into a sandwich—from thin-skinned vegetables such as tomatoes, to meats and cheeses.

• A multipurpose knife between a chef's knife and a paring knife in size
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie
• Blade Shape: Utility
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 6 in. (152mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

Your chef's knife will be the most-used knife in your kitchen, so you want to find the one that feels like an extension of your arm. The beautiful Shun Premier 8-in. Chef's Knife could be the one. This breathtaking knife is lightweight, agile, and offers an extremely comfortable grip. In fact, Shun Premier's thinner blades makes this chef's knife lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European-style chef's knives. The 8-in. length and razor-sharp edge are perfect for slicing and dicing a full range of foods. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and comes in extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently rocked through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince.

• Beautiful and versatile, this is the one you will reach for every day
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of “super steels”; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered TSUCHIME finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
• Status On Sale
• Blade Shape Chef
• Country of Origin Japan
• Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length 8 in. (203mm)
• Blade Steel VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge Non-Serrated
• Handle Material Walnut color Pakkawood

After a chef's knife and a paring knife, some cooks say that the knife they most can't live without is their bread knife. It's a crime to ruin a fresh loaf of bread by smashing it beneath the blade of a dull knife. The wide, “low frequency" serrations on the Shun Classic Bread Knife are not only razor-sharp, but they do a much better job slicing any type of bread than a straight-edged knife. The undulating serrations provide the power you need to gently saw through a crusty loaf without tearing the tender interior. And it works equally well on very soft breads and even pastries.

• Slice tender or crusty breads with no ripping, squashing, or tearing
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting, single-bevel 16° edge
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan 

Features & Details:

• Use: Bread
• Blade Shape: Bread
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 9 in. (229mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus 
• Blade: Edge Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood

A santoku is a Japanese all-purpose kitchen knife. Like a chef's knife, the santoku is used for just about every cutting job in the kitchen. The name means “three virtues" and may refer to the three types of foods it works well with—vegetables, proteins, and fruit. This santoku also features hollow-ground indentations on the blade to help reduce friction so the blade glides through the food more easily. When we first introduced the Shun Classic Hollow Ground Santoku to the market, it was named “Kitchen Knife of the Year" by BLADE MAGAZINE.

• Add this award-winning knife to your kitchen
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Features & Details:

• Use: Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit
• Blade Shape: Santoku
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Specifications:

• Blade Length: 7 in. (178mm)
• Blade Steel: VG–MAX
• Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
• Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
• Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood