Shun Premier Blonde Santoku

A Santoku is typically shorter, lighter, and features a flatter blade profile compared to a traditional chef's knife. This design makes it exceptionally efficient for precise slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, offering more control for smaller tasks.

Yes, PakkaWood is a high-quality composite material made by impregnating wood veneers with resin. It is highly resistant to moisture and heat, making it much more durable and stable than standard wood handles in a busy kitchen environment.

No, this knife is not dishwasher safe. The high heat and harsh detergents used in dishwashers can damage the blade's edge and degrade the PakkaWood handle, so hand washing is required to maintain its performance and appearance.

While it is shorter than a standard 8-inch or 10-inch chef's knife, the 7-inch length is considered the 'sweet spot' for a Santoku. It provides enough surface area to handle most common kitchen tasks, such as prepping onions, herbs, and proteins, without feeling cumbersome.

To keep the edge sharp, we recommend using a honing steel regularly to realign the blade. When the knife eventually dulls, it should be sharpened using a whetstone or a professional sharpening service to preserve the integrity of the steel.