Shun

Classic Santoku

The Shun Classic 5.5-inch Santoku is a compact Japanese kitchen knife designed for precision, control, and everyday versatility in smaller prep tasks. Positioned between a paring knife and a full-size santoku, it offers excellent maneuverability for detailed cutting work. The blade features a VG-MAX stainless steel core, delivering excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and fine-grain sharpness. It is clad in 68 layers of Damascus stainless steel, enhancing durability while creating Shun’s signature layered pattern and improving food release. With a shorter 5.5-inch blade, this santoku excels at controlled slicing, dicing, and mincing—especially for fruits, vegetables, herbs, and smaller proteins. Many users favor it as a precision prep knife or oversized utility blade. The handle is constructed from ebony-finished Pakkawood in a traditional D-shaped design, offering comfort, control, and moisture resistance for long-term kitchen use. Key Features: VG-MAX core steel for edge retention and corrosion resistance 68-layer Damascus cladding for durability and reduced drag Compact 5.5” blade for precision and control Santoku profile for slicing, dicing, and chopping Ebony Pakkawood D-shaped handle for ergonomic grip Lightweight design for reduced fatigue Handcrafted in Japan