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About Shun Cutlery For more than 115 years, Kai Corporation has crafted fine cutlery in Seki City, Japan, the historic heart of Japanese knifemaking. As the maker of Shun Cutlery, Kai brings together the heritage of Japanese craftsmanship with advanced materials, refined performance, and distinctive design for today’s kitchen.Handcrafted in Japan, Shun is known for knives of extraordinary sharpness, beauty, and balance. Each piece reflects a highly skilled multi-step process and a deep dedication to precision and artistry. Shun is trusted by chefs, culinary professionals, and serious home cooks who value exceptional performance as much as visual beauty.At this year’s show, Kai is proud to introduce Shiranami, Shun’s most elevated and artful series to date. Inspired by the iconic white-capped waves of Japanese art, Shiranami combines flowing Dual Core Damascus steel, a rich blue handle, and refined cutting performance in a series designed to be admired as much as it is used.With a legacy of innovation, premium materials, and enduring craftsmanship, Kai continues to set the standard in Japanese cutlery. Shun knives are backed by a limited lifetime warranty and complimentary sharpening for the life of the knife. For more than 115 years, Kai Corporation has crafted fine cutlery in Seki City, Japan, the historic heart of Japanese knifemaking. As the maker of Shun Cutlery, Kai brings together the heritage of Japanese craftsmanship with advanced materials, refined performance, and distinctive design for today’s kitchen.Handcrafted in Japan, Shun is known for knives of extraordinary sharpness, beauty, and balance. Each piece reflects a highly skilled multi-step process and a deep dedication to precision and artistry. Shun is trusted by chefs, culinary professionals, and serious home cooks who value exceptional performance as much as visual beauty.At this year’s show, Kai is proud to introduce Shiranami, Shun’s most elevated and artful series to date. Inspired by the iconic white-capped waves of Japanese art, Shiranami combines flowing Dual Core Damascus steel, a rich blue handle, and refined cutting performance in a series designed to be admired as much as it is used.With a legacy of innovation, premium materials, and enduring craftsmanship, Kai continues to set the standard in Japanese cutlery. Shun knives are backed by a limited lifetime warranty and complimentary sharpening for the life of the knife.