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product_id: 344874029
title: "Shun SWT0706 Kanso 8-Inch Chef's Knife"
brand: "shun"
price: "¥850"
currency: JPY
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/344874029-shun-swt0706-kanso-8-inch-chefs-knife
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
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# 8-inch razor-sharp blade Japanese tagayasan wood handle Vanadium high-carbon steel Shun SWT0706 Kanso 8-Inch Chef's Knife

**Brand:** shun
**Price:** ¥850
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with the Shun Kanso—where tradition meets precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shun SWT0706 Kanso 8-Inch Chef's Knife by shun
- **How much does it cost?** ¥850 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/344874029-shun-swt0706-kanso-8-inch-chefs-knife)

## Best For

- shun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rustic Heritage Finish:** A sleek, scratch-masking finish that only gets better with use—show off your knife’s story.
- • **Multi-Functional Design:** Wide heel for push cuts and a built-in bottle opener—because every detail counts.
- • **Ergonomic Japanese Handle:** Textured tagayasan wood handle offers balance and a secure grip for all-day kitchen confidence.
- • **Precision Cutting Mastery:** Rock through herbs and veggies with the perfect curved belly for effortless slicing.
- • **Durability Meets Sharpness:** Vanadium-reinforced AUS10A steel keeps your edge razor-sharp longer—cut like a pro every time.

## Overview

The Shun Kanso 8-inch Chef’s Knife is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen essential featuring a high-carbon vanadium stainless steel blade for lasting sharpness, a curved belly for versatile cutting techniques, and a textured tagayasan wood handle for superior grip and balance. Designed for professional-level performance and durability, it also includes a unique bottle opener butt and a rustic finish that ages beautifully with use.

## Description

The Shun Kanso 8-inch Chef’s Knife is a specialized kitchen tool designed to handle a wide range of tasks and is ideal for preparing fruits, vegetables, meat and more. This gyuto-style Japanese kitchen knife features a slightly curved belly for rocking through fresh herbs and spices and a wide, fairly flat heel that’s perfect for push cuts. Made with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel reinforced with vanadium and an angled, tagayasan wood handle, this chef’s knife is strong, durable and precise. The butt of the knife is designed to function as a bottle opener and allows for easy hanging on knife hooks. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kanso Chef’s Knife adds essential simplicity to any cooking knife collection.

## Features

- ALL PURPOSE CUTTING: A go-to blade, our knife chops anything from meats to veggies.
- COMFORTABLE SLICING: The wide heel and belly creates an ideal rocking motion for every cutting technique.
- HERITAGE FINISH: A sleek finish that hides scratches and provides the blade with a rustic look the longer you use it.
- VANADIUM STAINLESS-STEEL: High carbon and highly refined edge keeps the blade razor-sharp longer.
- JAPANESE INSPIRED HANDLE: The textured handle provides balance, a secure grip, and is easy to maintain.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Blade Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Shun |
| Colour | Wood / Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 8 Inches |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Item Weight | 0.44 Pounds |
| Blade Colour | Silver |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Item Length | 14 Inches |
| Manufacturer | Shun |
| Size | 20.3 cm |
| UPC | 759005762085 087171044361 759005775658 732233500360 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00087171044361 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Item model number | SWT0706 |
| ASIN | B019ISKF9A |

## Product Details

- **Blade Material:** High Carbon Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Shun
- **Colour:** Wood / Stainless Steel
- **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Blade Edge:** Plain
- **Blade Length:** 8 Inches
- **Construction Type:** Forged
- **Item Weight:** 0.44 Pounds
- **Blade Colour:** Silver
- **Is Dishwasher Safe:** No

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What makes Shun worth the upgrade?**
A: Shun knives are handcrafted in Japan with premium steel such as VG-MAX. Extra sharp out of the box, they stay sharp longer and deliver unmatched precision. Shun knives are more than a tool, they’re a lifelong cooking experience.

**Q: How should I care for my Shun knife?**
A: Always hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Never put your Shun knife in the dishwasher. Use a soft wood cutting board like Hinoki to protect your knife edge when cutting. Do not use Shun for chopping through bone or frozen ingredients.

**Q: What is the proper cutting technique for a Shun?**
A: Use a locomotive motion when cutting - move the blade forward or back instead of pressing straight down. This lets the blade do the work, reduces fatigue, and helps keep your Shun in top condition.

**Q: How often should I sharpen my knife?**
A: Notice your Shun losing its edge? Hone weekly to re-align the blade. If honing no longer works, send it in for free sharpening or follow our online tutorials to hone and sharpen at home.

**Q: What’s the correct way to pronounce Shun?**
A: Say 'Shoon' (rhymes with moon). Shun is the Japanese concept of enjoying food at its peak. We honor this tradition by crafting fine cutlery that’s always at the peak of its perfection.

## Frequently Bought Together

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- Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Vegetable and Fruit Knife, AUS10A Stainless Steel Blade, Tagayasan Handle, Small Kitchen Tool for Peeling, Coring and Cutting

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*Store origin: JP*
*Last updated: 2026-01-23*