The santoku is a versatile, Asian-inspired chef’s knife designed to handle the essential tasks of the kitchen with ease. Ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping, its slightly shorter length and balanced profile make it light, agile, and comfortable to maneuver. For many cooks, it quickly becomes the knife they reach for most.
The Shun Shiranami Santoku brings Japanese artistry to this go-to shape. Beautifully refined and highly capable, its fine, thin blade delivers clean, precise cuts with smooth, fluid motion. Forged from Shun’s 71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel, it offers exceptional cutting performance and edge retention, while the flowing wave-inspired pattern reflects the series name, Shiranami, meaning “white-capped wave.”
The Prussian blue jute micarta handle provides balance and a secure grip for confident control. Elegant and expressive, the Shiranami Santoku transforms everyday preparation into a composed and satisfying experience.
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
Handcrafted in Japan
Features + Details
Use Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, BBQ, Vegetable & Fruit
