Collection: Santoku Knives

What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Blade

Length: 7 in
Width: 1.8 in
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.4 in
Material: Resilient synthetic handle, riveted
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, fruit, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Santoku
Series: Classic
Production Method: Forged

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Blade

Length: 5.5 in
Width: 1.6 in
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.3 in
Material: Resilient synthetic handle, riveted
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Santoku
Series: Classic
Production Method: Forged

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Blade

Length: 5.5 in
Width: 1.6 in
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.2 in
Material: Resilient synthetic handle, riveted
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, fruit, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Santoku
Series: Classic Ikon
Production Method: Forged

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

The Shun Premier 7-in. Santoku is a beautiful, Asian-inspired chef's knife that many cooks today have added to their kitchen favorites. A knife of many talents, a santoku easily handles all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. Slightly shorter than the standard chef's knife, the Shun Premier Santoku is light, agile, and very easy to maneuver. There's just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts, which just adds to the Premier Santoku's versatility. The santoku is as easy to use as a chef's knife and is especially well suited to a down-and-forward cutting motion (push cut).

Key Features

• An Asian-inspired chef's knife for handling most kitchen tasks
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of "super steels"; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Specifications

Blade Length: 7 in (178mm)
Blade Steel: VG-MAX
Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood
Country of Origin: Japan

Best For

Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit

Blade Shape

Santoku

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

All cooks have certain tools that really work for them. That's one of the reasons Shun makes so many different types of kitchen knives; so you can always find the ones that work best for you. The Shun Premier 5.5-in. Santoku is a case in point. Smaller than our full-sized santoku, this one is an in-between size and weight that make it perfect for most medium-sized kitchen tasks. Slicing baby carrots, dicing shallots, cutting butter or chocolate—all are perfect jobs for the Shun Premier 5.5-in. Santoku. If you have smaller hands or simply prefer a compact knife, this one is sure to become one of your favorite kitchen go-to knives.

Key Features

• Top performance in a smaller, lightweight, multipurpose knife
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of "super steels"; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered TSUCHIME finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Specifications

Blade Length: 5.5 in (140mm)
Blade Steel: VG-MAX
Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
Handle Material: Walnut color Pakkawood
Country of Origin: Japan

Best For

Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit

Blade Shape

Santoku

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Japanese word santoku translates to "three virtues" or "three uses," referring to the three types of cuts the knife is made for: slicing, dicing, and mincing. Our unique deep granton edge helps keep food from sticking while chopping.

Blade

Length: 7.5 in
Steel: German high-carbon stainless steel
Edge: Deep granton edge

Handle

Length: 5 in

Construction

Steel: German high-carbon stainless steel
Country of Origin: Germany

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

The Japanese word santoku translates to "three virtues" or "three uses," referring to the three types of cuts the knife is made for: slicing, dicing, and mincing. The 5.5" blade can handle both precision work and medium to large prep tasks. Our unique deep granton edge helps keep food from sticking while chopping.

Blade

Length: 5.5 in
Steel: German high-carbon stainless steel
Edge: Deep granton edge

Handle

Length: 4.25 in

Construction

Steel: German high-carbon stainless steel
Country of Origin: Germany

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

A beautifully-crafted knife that will elevate any kitchen. Exceptionally sharp and striking in design, the full-tang X-7 Damascus steel blade features a hammered texture that looks stunning and allows food to slide right off the blade for easy slicing and dicing. The balanced, durable octagonal handle comes in a rich blue and black faux-wood-grain pattern and is complemented and secured by a single mosaic rivet. Each knife comes with a deep blue wood magnetic Saya-style sheath that is perfectly shaped to protect the knife's distinct blade.

The Santoku Knife is a Japanese-style chef's knife for slicing and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. This highly versatile blade features a hollow edge, reducing surface resistance while cutting and allowing food to slide off the blade's surface easily.

Key Features

• Hand-sharpened knife
• X-7 proprietary steel blade
• 60 +/- 2 Rockwell Hardness Rating
• G-10 fiberglass octagonal handle
• Full-tang knife blade with a hammered texture
• Hollow edge for reduced sticking
• Includes Saya-style protective sheath

Blade

Length: 7 in
Steel: X-7 Damascus steel (67 layers)
Hardness: 60 +/- 2 HRC
Finish: Hammered texture with hollow edge

Handle

Material: G-10 fiberglass
Style: Octagonal with mosaic rivet

Care Instructions

• Hand wash only and dry immediately.
• Use a cutting board and avoid cutting on hard surfaces.
• Store in included sheath when not in use.
• Regular honing recommended to maintain edge.

What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Blade

Length: 7 in
Width: 1.8 in
Edge: Hollow edge
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.4 in
Material: Resilient synthetic handle, riveted
Color: Blueberry
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, fruit, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Santoku
Series: Classic
Production Method: Forged

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Blade

Length: 7 in
Width: 1.8 in
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.3 in
Material: Resilient synthetic handle, riveted
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, fruit, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Santoku
Series: Classic Ikon
Production Method: Forged

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

Stocking your kitchen is all about getting the tools that work best for you. May we suggest you try the Shun Classic 5.5-in. Santoku? In size, this knife is between our small and full-sized santoku. This in-between weight and size make it perfect for medium-sized kitchen tasks, from slicing carrots and shallots to mincing herbs to cutting chocolate or butter. Cooks with smaller hands or those who simply prefer a smaller, lighter knife may find that this smaller santoku becomes a top go-to knife. Some cooks have told us they use it in place of a paring knife for some tasks or love it for cutting up fruit for breakfast.

Key Features

• A smaller, lighter santoku you will reach for again and again
• Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core is wear and corrosion resistant, strong, and very fine-grained to enable a razor-sharp, long-lasting 16° edge each side
• 34 layers of stainless Damascus cladding each side (68 total); support the core, add stain resistance, and help food release from the blade
• D-shaped ebony-finished Pakkawood handles are comfortable for both left- and right-handed users; durable, beautiful, and won't harbor bacteria
• Full composite tang for light weight and perfect balance
• Handcrafted in Japan

Specifications

Blade Length: 5.5 in (140mm)
Blade Steel: VG-MAX
Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
Handle Material: Ebony color Pakkawood
Country of Origin: Japan

Best For

Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit

Blade Shape

Santoku

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Effortlessly slice through crusty artisan breads.

The 32 Dumas Bread Knife features an 8-inch serrated blade designed specifically for cutting through crusty breads, delicate pastries, and layered cakes without crushing or tearing. The premium stainless steel blade maintains its edge through countless loaves, while the ergonomic olive wood handle provides comfortable control.

Crafted in France with traditional knife-making expertise, this bread knife combines functional design with elegant aesthetics. The serrated edge grips and cuts cleanly through hard crusts while preserving the soft interior of your baked goods.

Key Features:

• Premium stainless steel serrated blade for clean, effortless slicing
• Ergonomic olive wood handle for comfortable, controlled cutting
• 8-inch blade ideal for crusty breads, pastries, cakes, and tomatoes
• Serrated edge maintains sharpness longer than straight blades
• Made in France with traditional craftsmanship and modern precision

Care Instructions:

Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry immediately. Avoid dishwasher use to preserve the blade edge and natural wood handle. Store in a knife block or on a magnetic strip to protect the serrated edge. Unlike straight-edge knives, serrated blades rarely require sharpening.

The 32 Dumas Legacy:

32 Dumas represents the perfect marriage of French culinary tradition and contemporary design. Each knife in the collection is crafted to professional standards, bringing restaurant-quality performance to your home kitchen.

A beautifully-crafted knife that will elevate any kitchen. Exceptionally sharp and striking in design, the full-tang X-7 Damascus steel blade features a hammered texture that looks stunning and allows food to slide right off the blade for easy slicing and dicing. The balanced, durable octagonal handle comes in a rich blue and black faux-wood-grain pattern and is complemented and secured by a single mosaic rivet. Each knife comes with a deep blue wood magnetic Saya-style sheath that is perfectly shaped to protect the knife's distinct blade.

The Santoku Knife is a Japanese-style chef's knife for slicing and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. This highly versatile blade features a hollow edge, reducing surface resistance while cutting and allowing food to slide off the blade's surface easily.

Key Features

• Hand-sharpened knife
• X-7 proprietary steel blade
• 60 +/- 2 Rockwell Hardness Rating
• G-10 fiberglass octagonal handle
• Full-tang knife blade with a hammered texture
• Hollow edge for reduced sticking
• Includes Saya-style protective sheath

Blade

Length: 5 in
Steel: X-7 Damascus steel (67 layers)
Hardness: 60 +/- 2 HRC
Finish: Hammered texture with hollow edge

Handle

Material: G-10 fiberglass
Style: Octagonal with mosaic rivet

Care Instructions

• Hand wash only and dry immediately.
• Use a cutting board and avoid cutting on hard surfaces.
• Store in included sheath when not in use.
• Regular honing recommended to maintain edge.

When it comes to finely chopping fresh herbs, cutting fish, or slicing vegetables the Amici 7-inch Hollow Edge Rotoku Knife is the versatile knife you're looking for. This Japanese-inspired chef's knife is the only knife in the Amici series with a lighter half bolster; the area between the blade and the handle on forged knives. The half bolster both protects your fingers from the blade and provides enough lightweight maneuverability for more detailed knifework. The Rotoku blade is also slimmer, making this knife particularly suitable for fine cuts and paper-thin slices. The custom-grained Calabrian olive wood handle is naturally water-resistant and antibacterial, and its organic shape fits comfortably in the hands of any size.

Blade

Length: 7 in
Width: 2.2 in
Edge: Hollow edge
Material: Forged German steel
Rockwell Hardness: 58 HRC

Handle

Length: 4.5 in
Material: Calabrian olive wood
Country of Origin: Germany

Best For

Cabbage, fish, fruit, head of lettuce, herbs, meat, dry or semi-dry sausage, vegetables

Specifications

Cutlery Type: Rotoku
Series: Amici
Production Method: Forged
Special Feature: Half bolster for lightweight maneuverability

Care Instructions

• Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry.
• Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink.
• Safely store your knife using a storage solution.
• Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
• Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best.
• Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.
• Treat wooden handles periodically using a food-grade mineral oil to polish and restore the wood to its original luster.

The Shun Premier Blonde 7-in. Santoku is a beautiful, Asian-inspired chef's knife that many cooks today have added to their kitchen favorites. A knife of many talents, a santoku easily handles all the essential kitchen cutting tasks. Slightly shorter than the standard chef's knife, the Shun Premier Blonde Santoku is light, agile, and very easy to maneuver. There's just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts, which just adds to the Premier Blonde Santoku's versatility. The santoku is as easy to use as a chef's knife and is especially well suited to a down-and-forward cutting motion (push cut).

Key Features

• An Asian-inspired chef's knife for handling most kitchen tasks
• VG-MAX cutting core; the latest in the VG line of "super steels"; wear resistant, corrosion resistant, holds a fine, sharp edge; 16° each side
• 68 micro layers of Damascus cladding look beautiful, support and protect the core
• Hammered tsuchime finish helps release food easily when cutting
• Beautiful, blonde Pakkawood handle is contoured for comfort and control; resists moisture
• Handcrafted in Japan

Specifications

Blade Length: 7 in (178mm)
Blade Steel: VG-MAX
Blade Steel Layers: 69 layer Damascus
Blade Edge: Non-Serrated
Handle Material: Blonde color Pakkawood
Country of Origin: Japan

Best For

Slicing, Cheese & Charcuterie, Vegetable & Fruit

Blade Shape

Santoku

Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty