Incredibly sharp edges and unmatched aesthetics set Shun kitchen knives apart. Every Shun requires at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete. Stunning beauty, top performance.

Instead of heavy blades, Shun Classic kitchen knives are lighter with razor-sharp edges of advanced steel. Rather than weighty handles, Shun Classic offers the graceful control of a traditional Japanese handle.

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Each Shun knife is handcrafted in Japan, yet takes advantage of thoroughly modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide Shun quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world.

Shun Premier kitchen knives are not only beautiful, but also designed for exceptionally agile handling. The lightweight blades are quick and precise. The handle offers comfort and extreme cutting control.

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Most Shun kitchen knives feature 16-degree cutting angle (each side). The Western Cook's Knife offers a 22-degree angle to take on heavier duty tasks like winter squash. Handcrafted in Japan. Free lifetime sharpening.

Shun has the right cleaver for the job. For heavy-duty jobs, such as preparing bone-in meats, choose the Shun Classic Meat Cleaver. The Vegetable Cleaver, on the other hand, is for general meal preparation tasks, from shredding a large head of cabbage to flattening a small garlic clove.

With Shun’s entry into the marketplace, home cooks and professional chefs alike were introduced to the lightweight precision of fine Japanese cutlery. Thinner blades, sharper edges, and lighter weight gave Shun a high-performance edge that the heavier knives couldn’t match.