Shun Cutlery Sora Chef Knife

The Sora features a flatter blade profile with less curve than traditional Western knives. This design encourages more contact with the cutting board, making it highly efficient for push-cutting and slicing motions.

Yes. The Sora features a double-bevel edge, which means it is sharpened equally on both sides, making it comfortable and effective for both left- and right-handed cooks.

The D-shaped handle is designed to fit naturally into the palm of your hand, providing a secure, ergonomic grip that helps prevent the knife from twisting during use.

To keep the edge sharp, we recommend regular honing with a honing steel to realign the blade. When it eventually dulls, use a whetstone or a professional sharpening service to maintain the factory edge.

No. Like most high-quality Japanese cutlery, this knife should be hand-washed with mild soap and dried immediately to protect the steel and the PakkaWood handle.

San Mai refers to a traditional construction method where a harder, high-performance steel core is clad in layers of softer, more durable steel. This provides the sharpness of a premium blade with the added resilience and corrosion resistance of the outer layers.