The paring knife is an indispensable kitchen prep knife. For peeling, trimming, or working with small foods like shallots and garlic, its compact size offers exceptional control. Because you’ll reach for it nearly every time you cook, it should be a knife you truly enjoy using.
The Shun Shiranami Paring Knife brings Japanese artistry to this essential shape. Of course, it is beautiful. But its true beauty lies in how it performs. The fine, thin blade delivers clean, precise cuts with ease, while Shun’s 71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel helps maintain outstanding cutting performance over time. The flowing wave-inspired pattern reflects the series name, Shiranami, meaning “white-capped wave.”
The Prussian blue jute micarta handle provides balance, durability, and a secure grip, giving you confident control for detailed work. Elegant and expressive, the Shiranami Paring Knife transforms even the smallest tasks into something extraordinary.
71-layer Dual Core Damascus blade featuring alternating VG10 and VG2 high-carbon stainless steels; razor-sharp 16° edge each side
Flowing Damascus pattern inspired by the white-capped waves of the sea
Prussian blue jute micarta handle offers balance, stability, and confident control
Full composite tang for strength, durability, and precision balance
