Kanso 7" Santoku Knife

With a blade crafted in Seki—the historical center for Japanese swordsmithing—and a handle made of the same wood as ancient samurai swords, this knife is the closest thing to a samurai sword for your kitchen. It's got full-tang construction, a concave hollow grind, and Shun's signature 16° double-bevel edge.

Shun (rhymes with "moon") is a Japanese word for the precise moment of the year when a food is at the peak of its perfection. It is with this in mind that the company designs its knives and other cutlery. With a long history of forging metal, the Japanese brand has made good on its promise, and provides a collection that lets you perform at your peak.