Shun Dual Core Yanagiba - 10.5″

• Cleaning: Hand wash only and thoroughly dry afterward.
• The quintessential sushi knife
• Includes traditional Japanese saya, or sheath
• Lifetime sharpening: You send it there, they sharpen.
• Handcrafted in Japan

Shun Dual Core 10.5" Yanagiba Knife

The Ultimate Sushi Knife — Precision, Power & Japanese Mastery 🍣

If you dream of slicing sashimi and sushi like a professional, the Shun Dual Core 10.5" Yanagiba Knife is your essential tool. Designed in the traditional single-bevel Japanese style, this knife delivers the smooth, precise cuts required for perfect presentation and texture.

Unlike other knives in the Dual Core series, the Yanagiba features a 4.5 mm-thick blade—providing extra heft, rigidity, and stability for effortless glide through raw fish, proteins, and delicate ingredients. Every cut is clean, seamless, and whisper-smooth—just as sushi masters demand. 🎌

✨ Dual Core Damascus Craftsmanship

The Shun Dual Core Series is a groundbreaking innovation in knife-making—combining two premium steels (VG10 & VG2) into a 71-layer Damascus construction. These alternating micro-layers form a fine-grained, ultra-sharp edge that retains its precision longer.

As the two steels wear at different rates, the blade naturally develops micro-serrations, keeping it razor-sharp even after extended use. The etched Damascus pattern minimizes drag and promotes clean, fast food release, ensuring a perfect slice every time. ⚡

The octagonal ebony PakkaWood handle provides a secure, balanced grip—offering both beauty and control during intricate cuts.

🔪 Key Features

• 🍣 Traditional Japanese Yanagiba design for professional sushi and sashimi prep

• 🌀 Dual-layer VG10 & VG2 Damascus steel for strength, beauty, and lasting sharpness

• ⚙️ Thicker 4.5 mm blade for added rigidity and balance

• 🌾 Herringbone Damascus finish reduces drag for smooth slicing

• 🖤 Octagonal ebony PakkaWood handle for comfort and control

• Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, home of legendary swordsmiths

🌸 About Shun

The name “Shun” (旬) means at the peak of perfection—a philosophy reflected in every blade they forge. Crafted by the master artisans of the Kai Corporation in Seki City, Japan, each Shun knife passes through over 100 meticulous steps to achieve flawless quality.

Blending centuries-old samurai swordmaking tradition with modern steel technology, Shun knives are more than tools—they’re works of art built for culinary excellence. 🔪✨

Use and Care

Proper Cutting Techniques: Shun Cutlery is designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion, never in a "chopping" manner. When you cut, always push forward and down, and pull back toward your body to retain your blade's edge. Repeat this motion as you cut. Always pay close attention to your fingers to prevent injury. 

Cleaning: A Shun knife is a fantastic investment for your kitchen, so properly washing your knife is essential. Always hand wash Shun knives with gentle dish soap and a non-abrasive brush. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts or bleach as they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately after washing. Do no drag the edge of the knife on the towel as it can cut through and cause injury. Always blot dry the cutting edge. 

Proper Knife Storage: Knives have to be stored in a safe place to protect the cutting edge and guarding against injuries. There are some options for storing your knives. Magnetic knife bars are convenient and safe for chefs who want to be able to view their blades and easily access then. They attach to the wall and firmly hold knives in place.  A wooden knife block is the best way to store knives on the counter. The size of the block varies with the number of knives to be store. Most Zwilling J.A. Henckels blocks also have a slot for a honing steel and kitchen shears. 

Cutting Surfaces: The cutting surface you use makes a big difference in keeping your knives sharp. A cutting boards with good quality will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Soft woods such as hinoki, wooden, or bamboo cutting boards, and quality polyethylene boards. Avoid surfaces that can dull or damage the knife such as china, marble, granite, tile, Formica, porcelain, stainless counter tops and glass; these surfaces can be very hard on your knives. Remember, all cutting boards and surfaces should be cleaned thoroughly immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria growth.

Honing and Sharpening: Regular honing is necessary to maintain the a sharp cutting edge. Weekly honing will significantly extend the time between sharpening. For sharpening, it is recommended to use a whetstone, or send knives in Kai USA Ltd for a free sharpening service. Shun brand products are sold by Kai USA Ltd. and are backed by a Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects. In addition to supporting their products through this warranty, Shun will sharpen any Shun knife for free for the lifetime of the owner. The knife owner pays for shipping and processing and Shun experts will sharpen the knife for free. Sharpening is done in Shun's Tualatin, Oregon facility, using the same horizontal sharpening wheel to put the original edge back on Shun knife. Called a hiromai, this sharpening wheel, and the skills of knife experts ensure a Shun-sharp edge every time.

Warranty

Unless otherwise stated here, Shun cutlery from Kai USA Ltd. carries a limited warranty for the lifetime of the owner. Shun guarantees their cutlery will perform as advertised when properly used and maintained, and is free of manufacturing defects in material and construction. The Limited Lifetime Warranty is non-transferable and does not extend to normal signs of wear, rust, damage or breakage due to improper maintenance, accidents, loss or theft. Any product we determine to be defective will be repaired or replaced solely at Shun's discretion. To receive warranty repair or replacement, the owner must send the product to be evaluated by Kai USA Warranty Services in their Tualatin, Organ headquarters. In addition to the provisions of this warranty, the owner may also have other rights that can vary by state. No other warranties are implied or expressed other than what is specifically stated here. If you have a warranty concern, please do not return your knife to the place of purchase. 

Wood Accessories 90-Day Warranty

Shun's wood accessories are made of natural materials that will show wear over time. This is not a defect. Shun's 90-Day Warranty protect you against original manufacturing defects, but not natural wear. Please visit Shun's website for warranty details.