The Shun Classic Blonde 5.5" Santoku Knife is a compact Japanese kitchen knife designed for everyday chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing with excellent control. Its shorter santoku blade is ideal for cooks who prefer a lighter, more agile knife for preparing vegetables, herbs, fruits, and boneless proteins.

Part of Shun’s elegant Classic Blonde collection, this santoku knife features a VG-MAX cutting core, layered Damascus-style cladding, and a blonde PakkaWood handle for a lighter, refined look. Made in Japan, it combines precise cutting performance, balanced handling, and Shun’s signature craftsmanship in a versatile smaller-format prep knife.

Key Features

• 5.5" santoku knife designed for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and everyday kitchen prep
• Compact santoku profile offers excellent control for vegetables, herbs, fruits, and smaller ingredients
• VG-MAX cutting core delivers sharpness, edge retention, and dependable daily performance
• Blonde PakkaWood handle adds a lighter, refined look with comfortable Shun Classic control