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Shun Kagerou 8-Inch Chef’s Knife
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Shun Kagerou 8-Inch Chef’s Knife is a versatile main knife for chopping herbs, slicing vegetables and portioning boneless ingredients. Its familiar pointed profile lets you move between broad cuts and smaller work near the tip.
At a glance
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Everyday board work
A chef’s profile covers a broad range of preparation, from onions and herbs to boneless meat.
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8-inch blade
This 8-inch format helps define the working reach. Match it to your usual ingredients and leave room for the cutting stroke.
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Composite blade
A patterned VG10/VG2 cutting section meets a polished stainless upper blade.
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Grey Pakkawood
The grey, resin-treated wood handle has a symmetrical profile that distinguishes Kagerou from Classic.
Find your fit
Choose it as your main board knife when your meals involve several ingredients. Leave room beyond the food for a controlled slicing stroke. Read our chef’s knife and santoku guide for practical comparisons.
Care and storage
Wash by hand with mild detergent, then towel-dry the blade and handle before putting the knife away. Keep the edge protected in a suitable block, tray or guard. See our knife-care guide for a practical routine.