KAI Shun Classic Santoku — 33-Layer Damascus Blade

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KAI Shun Classic Santoku — 33-Layer Damascus Blade

Name: KAI Shun Classic Santoku — 33-Layer Damascus Blade
Brand: KAI
SKU: JPRIME-HOME-KAI-SHUN-DM0702
Price: 220.00 USD
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Our Shun Classic santoku forges a VG-MAX core into a 33-layer Damascus blade that cuts without breaking food fibers. Ordinary knives crush and dull, and good ingredients deserve better. We add a D-shaped Pakkawood handle that fits your hand. Cooking feels better with a knife this sharp.

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KAI Shun Classic Santoku — 33-Layer Damascus Blade

$220.00

Brand	KAI
Type	Santoku knife, Shun Classic
Dimensions	Blade 175 mm, about 313 mm overall
Weight	About 100 g as listed
Material	33-layer Damascus blade with VG-MAX core; Pakkawood handle
Made In	Japan
Key Features	VG-MAX core, D-shaped handle, edge technique developed over 100+ years

Cuts that glide without crushing food
We form the edge with a technique developed over more than 100 years, so it slices cleanly without breaking the fibers of vegetables, fish or meat. Your food keeps its shape and flavor, and each cut feels smooth and controlled.
A hard core that holds a keen edge
We forge a VG-MAX core, a hard and fine steel, between laminated layers, and the blade keeps a sharp edge through everyday use. A quick touch-up restores it, so one knife serves you for years of home cooking.
A balanced weight that does the work
The blade has a satisfying weight that helps it fall through food with little pressure from you. You guide the knife rather than push it, so long sessions of chopping feel comfortable and your wrist stays relaxed.
A 33-layer pattern you enjoy every day
We laminate and forge the blade in 33 layers, producing a wood-grain-like Damascus pattern that recalls a Japanese sword. Combined with the black handle, it gives your knife a presence you notice and enjoy whenever you cook.
A D-shaped handle that fits your hand
We shape the Pakkawood handle in a D to settle into your palm, and make it from strong laminated wood. You hold the knife securely and comfortably, and even the heel of the blade is useful for removing potato eyes.
A craft recognised ten times over
Our Shun line has won the Kitchen Knife of the Year category of the Knife of the Year award ten times. It comes from Seki, where we have made blades since 1908, so you hold a knife shaped by a long tradition.

STORAGE

Store dry at room temperature, about 20 C (68 F), in a drawer with a blade guard or in a knife block, away from moisture.

SHELF LIFE

Durable kitchen tool with no expiry date.

PREPARATION

No preparation required — ready to use as packaged.

IMPORTANT

The blade is very sharp. Keep out of reach of children, hand wash and dry right after use, and never leave the wood handle soaking in water.

Specifications

Brand: KAI
Type: Santoku knife, Shun Classic
Dimensions: Blade 175 mm, about 313 mm overall
Weight: About 100 g as listed
Material: 33-layer Damascus blade with VG-MAX core; Pakkawood handle
Made In: Japan
Key Features: VG-MAX core, D-shaped handle, edge technique developed over 100+ years

Features

33 Layers In The Damascus Blade: The laminated-forged layers create a wood-grain-like pattern and a strong blade.

175 mm Blade, About 313 mm Overall: The standard santoku size is easy to handle and suits most cutting tasks.

VG-MAX Core Steel: A hard core steel keeps a keen edge for longer.

D-Shaped Pakkawood Handle: The shape fits the palm and the laminated wood is strong.

100+ Years Of Edge-Forming Experience: A unique technique gives smooth, sharp cutting.

10 Kitchen Knife Of The Year Awards: The line has won its category ten times.

Benefits

Cuts that glide without crushing food: We form the edge with a technique developed over more than 100 years, so it slices cleanly without breaking the fibers of vegetables, fish or meat. Your food keeps its shape and flavor, and each cut feels smooth and controlled.

A hard core that holds a keen edge: We forge a VG-MAX core, a hard and fine steel, between laminated layers, and the blade keeps a sharp edge through everyday use. A quick touch-up restores it, so one knife serves you for years of home cooking.

A balanced weight that does the work: The blade has a satisfying weight that helps it fall through food with little pressure from you. You guide the knife rather than push it, so long sessions of chopping feel comfortable and your wrist stays relaxed.

A 33-layer pattern you enjoy every day: We laminate and forge the blade in 33 layers, producing a wood-grain-like Damascus pattern that recalls a Japanese sword. Combined with the black handle, it gives your knife a presence you notice and enjoy whenever you cook.

A D-shaped handle that fits your hand: We shape the Pakkawood handle in a D to settle into your palm, and make it from strong laminated wood. You hold the knife securely and comfortably, and even the heel of the blade is useful for removing potato eyes.

A craft recognised ten times over: Our Shun line has won the Kitchen Knife of the Year category of the Knife of the Year award ten times. It comes from Seki, where we have made blades since 1908, so you hold a knife shaped by a long tradition.

How to Use

Cut on a wood or soft plastic board

Wash by hand after use

Dry the blade and handle fully

Resharpen when the edge softens

Who Is This For

The Serious Home Cook: You cook with care and want a knife that matches that care. Ordinary blades crush tomatoes, dull quickly and make fine work feel clumsy, and that is the knife's limit, not yours. Our Shun Classic santoku has a hard VG-MAX core, a 33-layer Damascus blade and a D-shaped Pakkawood handle that fits your hand. It cuts vegetables, seafood and meat cleanly and lets you enjoy preparing food for years to come, with an edge you can keep sharp through simple, regular care.

Product Story

We began in 1908 in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, making pocket knives in a town known for blades. Over more than 110 years we grew into a maker of kitchen knives, razors and beauty tools. Shun is one of our flagship knife lines, built around the idea of enjoying the changing seasons through cooking. We laminate and forge a 33-layer Damascus blade around a VG-MAX core, form the edge with a technique refined over more than a century and shape a D-shaped Pakkawood handle. The line has won Kitchen Knife of the Year ten times.

What's Inside

KAI Shun Classic Santoku Knife 175 mm

Care Guide

Storage: Store dry at room temperature, about 20 C (68 F), in a drawer with a blade guard or in a knife block, away from moisture.

Shelf Life: Durable kitchen tool with no expiry date.

Important: The blade is very sharp. Keep out of reach of children, hand wash and dry right after use, and never leave the wood handle soaking in water.

Ingredients and Materials

33-layer Damascus steel: Laminated-forged blade with a wood-grain-like pattern

VG-MAX core steel: Hard core steel that holds a keen edge

Pakkawood: Laminated reinforced wood handle material

Comparison

Quick Answer

Our Shun Classic santoku has a 175 mm 33-layer Damascus blade with a hard VG-MAX core and a D-shaped Pakkawood handle. The Shun line has won Kitchen Knife of the Year ten times, and we have practiced the Seki blade-making craft since 1908.

The First-Serious-Knife Chooser

You are ready for your first truly serious Japanese knife. A hard VG-MAX core and a 33-layer Damascus blade make every meal feel a little more special.

The Returning Shun Owner

You already own one and know what it can do. A second knife brings the same sharpness and balance, so every task in your kitchen has a favourite.

The Weight-and-Balance Cook

You believe a good knife works by its own weight. A balanced santoku lets the blade fall through food, so you guide rather than push through every cut.

The Damascus Pattern Admirer

You enjoy beautiful tools. A wood-grain-like pattern of 33 layers and a black handle with a steel end cap give your knife a quiet presence in the kitchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this knife made?

Our Shun Classic santoku is made in Japan. Seki City in Gifu Prefecture is where our knife-making began in 1908, and it is one of the world's leading cutlery centers. That blade-making tradition stands behind this knife, and we ship it directly from Japan, so you know exactly where your knife comes from before you order it.

What is the blade made of?

The blade is laminated and forged in 33 layers with a hard VG-MAX core. The layers create the wood-grain-like Damascus pattern and give a strong, durable blade, while the core steel holds a keen edge. The handle is Pakkawood, a laminated reinforced wood shaped in a D to fit the palm, with a stainless bolster and end cap.

What can I cut with a santoku?

A santoku combines the strengths of a vegetable knife, a sashimi knife and a chef's knife, so it handles vegetables, seafood and meat with ease. The 175 mm blade is a common, easy size to handle, and the heel of the blade can be used to remove potato eyes and other unwanted parts. Use it on a wood or soft plastic board.

How should I care for this knife?

Wash the knife by hand soon after use and dry the blade and handle fully before putting it away. Do not leave the wood handle soaking in water. Store it in a knife block or with a blade guard. When the edge softens, resharpen it on a whetstone or sharpener, or use a professional resharpening service.

Does it feel heavy?

The blade has a satisfying weight that helps it fall through food with little pressure, so you guide the knife rather than push it. The D-shaped Pakkawood handle fits the palm for a secure grip. Choose it if you like a knife with some presence, and give your hand a few meals to settle into the balance.

How is this knife shipped and when will it arrive?

We ship directly from Japan, and delivery takes 7-14 business days. Any item with a shelf life ships with a minimum of 6 months remaining. Tracking is provided so you can follow your parcel from our shipping point to your door. Your knife is packed carefully so the blade arrives safely and ready for your kitchen.