From the legendary samurai swords, said to contain the soul of the warrior who wielded them, to the handcrafted kitchen knives of today the exquisite craftsmanship of Japanese blades is admired worldwide.
Since the 13th century, Seki City has been the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry. For more than 100 years, it has also been home to Kai Corporation, the makers of Kai Shun fine knives. Inspired by the blade-making traditions of ancient Japan, today’s highly skilled Shun artisans produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty.
Trusted & used by Michelin-starred chefs worldwide.
Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knives
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Buy any Shun knife and we’ll donate $20 to support Bocuse d’Or NZ national team on their journey to the APAC Regionals and world finals in Lyon.
The Bocuse d’Or also known as the “Gastronomic Olympics,” is a prestigious biennial global chef championship, founded in 1987 by Paul Bocuse, where nations compete through national and continental rounds leading to the Grand Finale at SIRHA Lyon, France.
Valid for all Shun knife purchases from 01 June to 31 July 2026. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Knife Series
Use & Care
Read moreA Guide to Kai Shun Blade Steel Types
Every Kai Shun knife starts with the right steel. From VG-MAX and Dual Core VG10/VG2 to AUS8A, AUS10A, Molybdenum Vanadium, and 1K6, discover what goes into each blade's...
Cleaning and storing your Shun knife
Your Shun knife is built to last a lifetime but only with the right care. Learn the simple washing, drying, and storing habits that protect the blade from...
Kai Shun Knife Buying Guide
Discover how to choose the perfect Japanese kitchen knife. Compare knife shapes, learn the differences between Kai and Shun collections, and find the ideal knife for your cooking...
Best cutting surface and technique for your Shun
One aspect of caring for your knives is maintaining the edge and, when needed, sharpening the blade. But it’s also important to be aware of how you’re using...
Let customers speak for us
A good size to start with and versatile (I can fillet small to pretty large fish) wicked sharp and the stainless stays shiney. Taking a bit to get the technique right
Pete
Kai Wasabi Deba 15cm
Amazing knife, incredibly sharp out the box, beautiful design, definitely buying more knives of different types, can't think of a better life long kitchen knife brand.
Ty Auryn
Shun Premier Chefs Knife 20cm
Buying as a gift for a fellow chef friend, I bought the Shun paring knife as I know their knives to be consistently ergonomically and functionally exceptional. I held it briefly to feel the marvellously balanced and weighted blade and also to admire the beauty of the damascus steel. I'll certaintly continue to buy Shun knives for myself and highly recommend them to others in the future.
M.C.
Shun Classic Paring Knife 9cm
I love this purchase. This is my second Kai Shun knife. Makes food preparation really enjoyable.
D.
Shun Classic Granton Santoku 18cm
Beautiful knife, was a present, will buy one for myself I think
sam hennessy
Seki Magoroku Imayo Chefs Knife 21cm
Had looked at and admired these knives for a long time. Finally decided a gift to my self was in order.
No regrets. I love this knife. The look, the feel I the hand, the balance and the sharpness. An absolute delight to use, and a surprise as well. I thought my old k ife was decent, and sharp, but, we'll, not so much it now seems. Will keeping it for the nasty jobs like breaking squash open, but basically it is now unemployed.
Hamish Snook
Shun Premier Chefs Knife 20cm
Have used the stone to bring all my older knives back to a good keen edge. Works well. The plastic holding frame doubles as a good base for when using the block, as well as for storing it afterwards. Very good tool.
Dave
Seki Magoroku Whetstone Combo 1000/4000 Grit