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Shun Kanso 8-Inch Chef's Knife
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Shun Kanso 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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AUS10A stainless steel
Kanso uses a solid stainless blade with a muted, stonewashed finish.
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Tagayasan wood
The riveted natural-wood handle sits over a full tang and has a different character from resin-treated Pakkawood.
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.