Exclusive Knife Series

Shiranami

• Crafted with 71 layers of Dual Core Damascus steel, Shiranami knives deliver exceptional sharpness and durability.
• The wave-inspired blade pattern reduces drag and enhances food release, especially for sticky or larger ingredients.
• Each blade is hand-sharpened to a 16° angle, offering razor-sharp precision and effortless cutting.
• The resin-stabilized Jute Micarta handle is water-resistant, contoured for comfort, and textured for a secure grip.
• A hidden composite tang adds strength and balance while maintaining a seamless feel in hand.
• The forward-tilting bolster enhances pinch grip, ensuring control and precision with every cut.
• The embossed stainless steel endcap adds beauty and balance.

The name Shiranami, meaning “white-capped wave” in Japanese, reflects the knife’s stunning blade pattern, forged from 71-layer Dual Core Damascus for superior sharpness and durability. Featuring an exceptionally sharp blade edge and a finely honed mid-blade for effortless slicing, this series sets a new standard in cutting performance and beauty.

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Kagerou

• Dual core construction (71 alternating layers of VG10 & VG2 stainless steel) for an exceptionally sharp, long-lasting edge.
• High-carbon Japanese steel ensures that the blade remains sharper longer, reducing the need for frequent sharpening.
• The upper portion of the knife is crafted from polished 420J stainless steel, renowned for its exceptional stain resistance and enhanced by meticulous polishing.
• The Shun-sharp 16° edge (each side) makes food prep fast and easy.
• Full composite tang for strength and balance.
• Comfortable grey Pakkawood handles provide a secure grip.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.

Kagerou, meaning 'heat haze' in Japanese, features an exquisite ladder-bar pattern, forged from premium stainless steels for precision and resilience. Utilizing advanced proprietary composite blade technology, this series offers unmatched quality and value.

Sur La Table exclusive

Hikari

• Dual core construction (71 alternating layers of VG10 & VG2 stainless steel) for an exceptionally sharp, long-lasting edge.
• "Hornet’s nest" Damascus pattern adds beauty, and assists in food release.
• The Shun-sharp 16° edge (each side) makes food prep fast and easy.
• Full composite tang for strength and balance.
• Angled, polished bolster encourages comfortable chef’s grip.
• Birch Pakkawood handle with an attractive satin low gloss finish is contoured for a secure, comfortable grip.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.

In Japanese, "Hikari" means "light" or "illumination" and the Shun Hikari series is distinguished by its beautiful light-colored birch Pakkawood handle and stunning "hornet's nest" blade pattern.

Williams-Sonoma exclusive

Fuji

• 161 layer construction (Damascus cladding + SG2 cutting core) for ultra-premium cutting performance, durability, easier food release, and striking beauty.
• Double-bevel, flat-ground blade glides through food.
• The Shun-sharp 16° edge (each side) makes food prep fast and easy.
• Tagayasan/wenge wood handle for comfortable grip, distinctive look.
• Full composite tang for strength and balance.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.

Like Mt. Fuji, Japan's highest peak, the Shun Fuji series represents the pinnacle of cutlery beauty and performance. Fuji's SG2 cutting core provides a razor-sharp, ultra-long-lasting edge.

Williams-Sonoma exclusive

Kaji

• 65 layer construction (nickel silver/stainless steel Damascus cladding + SG2 cutting core) for ultra-premium cutting performance, durability, easier food release, and striking beauty.
• Double-bevel, flat-ground blade glides through food.
• The Shun-sharp 16° edge (each side) makes food prep fast and easy.
• Ebony Pakkawood handle is contoured for a secure, comfortable grip.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.
• Full composite tang for strength and balance.

The Shun Kaji series fuses Japanese and European design. While the blade is traditional Japanese, the full-tang, riveted handle is characteristic of fine European knives. Kaji offers the ultimate in elegance and performance.

Williams-Sonoma exclusive

Premier Grey

• 69 layer construction (Damascus cladding + VG-MAX cutting core); VG-MAX is a proprietary “super steel” that is wear and corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge.
• Double-bevel, flat-ground blade with a quick taper helps move food away from the blade quickly for faster, easier cutting.
• The Shun-sharp 16° edge (each side) makes food prep simple.
• Grey Pakkawood handle is contoured for comfort and control; Pakkawood resists moisture.
• Hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting.
• Embossed endcap adds beauty and balance.
• Full composite-tang for strength and balance.

With its grey Pakkawood handles, mirror-polished blade, and striking tsuchime blade finish, the Shun Premier Grey series offers a look that is at once rustic and sophisticated. Yet the real beauty of Premier Grey is how it performs—with exceptionally agile handling.

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