• Considered an "essential" kitchen blade
• Perfect for a large number of kitchen jobs
• Hand sharpened 16° double-beveled blade
• Proprietary Composite Blade Technology with VG10 San Mai Cutting Edge and 420J stainless steel upper
• Traditional Japanese Handle with PP/TPE polymer blend material
• Made in Japan, 10 Year Warranty

Shun Sora Chef’s Knife

The Essential Japanese Gyuto for Every Kitchen

Every kitchen needs a reliable chef’s knife — and the Shun Sora Chef’s Knife is the perfect place to start your collection. 🌟 Known as a gyuto in Japan, this all-purpose knife excels at slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing with precision and balance.

Unlike a traditional Western-style chef’s knife, the Sora’s gently curved blade allows for longer board contact, meaning more food is cut per stroke. 🥕 The subtle roll at the tip makes every motion smooth and efficient, reducing fatigue and making prep work faster and easier. Once you experience the Sora Chef’s Knife, you’ll wonder how you ever cooked without it. 🍽️

⚙️ Shun Sora Series Highlights

💎 Composite Blade Technology
Shun’s innovative Composite Blade design fuses a VG10 san mai “super steel” cutting edge with a Japanese 420J stainless steel upper, delivering professional-grade sharpness and superior edge retention where it matters most — the edge.

🔩 Laser-Welded Perfection
Each section of the blade is laser-cut and braze-welded for flawless alignment and long-lasting strength. The wavy line where they join reflects the iconic hamon pattern, inspired by traditional Japanese samurai swords ⚔️.

🔪 Ultra-Sharp 16° Edge
The double-beveled 16° edge ensures effortless slicing with minimal drag, maintaining precision and sharpness through daily use.

🖐️ Ergonomic Textured Handle
Made from a PP/TPE polymer blend, the handle provides a secure, slip-resistant grip and excellent balance, making it comfortable for both home cooks and professionals.

🌸 Handcrafted in Japan
Each knife undergoes over 100 handcrafted steps by master artisans in Seki City, Japan — the world’s premier hub for Japanese blade-making excellence.

🍽️ Why You’ll Love It

✅ Perfect for slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing
✅ Japanese gyuto blade design for more efficient cutting
✅ Lightweight yet perfectly balanced
✅ Combines modern materials with ancient craftsmanship
✅ Backed by Shun’s Limited Lifetime Warranty

🏯 About Shun Cutlery

In Japanese, “Shun” (旬) means “at the peak of perfection.” This philosophy defines every knife crafted by Kai Corporation, Shun’s parent company, in Seki City, Japan — a region renowned for its centuries-old swordsmithing tradition.

Each Shun knife is handcrafted in over 100 meticulous steps, blending traditional Japanese artistry with state-of-the-art steel technology. The result? Knives that are not only stunningly beautiful but also perform with unmatched precision and durability. 🌸

✅ Includes: Chef’s Knife | ⚙️ VG10 Core + 420J Steel | 🌊 Composite Blade Technology | 🖐️ Ergonomic Polymer Handle | 🏯 Handcrafted in Japan | 💎 Lifetime Warranty

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, Oregon 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.