Experience the effortless versatility of the Shun Classic White Santoku Knife — where centuries of Japanese blade-making tradition meet the demands of the modern kitchen. Slicing, dicing, chopping — the Santoku's name says it all: three virtues, mastered in a single blade.
The Shun Classic White Santoku is the Japanese answer to the all-purpose chef's knife — equally at home with vegetables, proteins, and fruit. The VG-MAX steel core delivers incredible edge retention, clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel that is ground and bead-blasted to reveal its flowing, wave-like pattern. The ash-white PakkaWood® handle is D-shaped for a secure, fatigue-free grip through long prep sessions. Whether you're breaking down a whole chicken or paper-thin slicing cucumber, this knife handles it with quiet confidence.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash only — never dishwasher
Dry immediately after washing
Hone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16° edge
Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade
