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product_id: 25112739
title: "Shun Kanso 3.5\" Paring Knife"
brand: "shun"
price: "NT$6385"
currency: TWD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Shun"
url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/25112739-shun-kanso-3-5-paring-knife
store_origin: TW
region: Taiwan
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# Durable tagayasan wood handle 3.5-inch razor-sharp blade Handcrafted Japanese precision Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife

**Brand:** shun
**Price:** NT$6385
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your prep game with precision and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife by shun
- **How much does it cost?** NT$6385 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/25112739-shun-kanso-3-5-paring-knife)

## Best For

- shun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic & Functional:** Full-tang tagayasan wood handle offers a secure grip plus a built-in bottle opener and hanging hook.
- • **Legacy of Craftsmanship:** Handmade in Japan with free sharpening support—invest in a knife that lasts a lifetime.
- • **Versatile Culinary Tool:** Perfect for peeling, coring, trimming, and intricate detail work on fruits and vegetables.
- • **Zen-Inspired Simplicity:** Minimalist Kanso design delivers effortless control and timeless elegance in your kitchen.
- • **Precision in Every Slice:** Expertly crafted AUS10A high-carbon steel with a 16° edge for razor-sharp accuracy.

## Overview

The Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen essential featuring a razor-sharp AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel blade with a precise 16-degree edge. Its durable tagayasan wood handle ensures a comfortable, secure grip and includes a built-in bottle opener and hanging hook. Designed for detailed fruit and vegetable work, this knife combines minimalist Zen-inspired design with superior craftsmanship, backed by free sharpening and honing services.

## Description

The Shun Kanso 3.5-inch Paring Knife is a specialized kitchen tool designed for effortlessly peeling, trimming, making decorative cuts and cutting small foods like shallots or garlic. Made with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel reinforced with vanadium and an angled, tagayasan wood handle, this fruit and vegetable knife is strong, durable and precise. The butt of the knife is designed to function as a bottle opener and allows for easy hanging on knife hooks. Enjoy complete control over the tip and edge of the blade and use our small paring knife for detail work. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kanso Paring Knife adds essential simplicity to any cooking knife collection.

Review: If looking for a high quality paring knife, you’re there. - Ordered this knife to replace the Shun Classic paring knife. I did not like now the Classic felt, and the cutting blade was awkward for a paring knife. This one feels completely organic in the hand, the shape and size are perfect, and has the typical high Shun quality. Best feel for close up and detailed work. Definitely one of my top three knives, and will end up surviving the knife purge for sure. Attached pictures of both for comparison.
Review: Japanese made and razor sharp - This is a fantastic paring knife. The size, weight and handle are exactly to my liking. Advisory - the handle is what feels like rough cut hard wood. It is not uncomfortable, but not the most ergonomic either. (I love the look) This is hand made in Japan with Japanese steel (see picture.) The laser etched writing is very clear and proof of where it is made. Out of the box, this knife shaved my arm. Honestly, it’s scary sharp. Measurements are true to description. After months of using this I can confirm this is a fantastic paring knife. It’s sharpens easy on a kitchen steel and the tip has proved very durable. We use it for everything from fruit to meat.

## Features

- SPECIALIZED FRUIT AND VEGETABLE KNIFE: The Shun Kanso 3.5-inch Paring Knife is expertly designed for peeling and coring fruits and vegetables with precision and ease, making it an indispensable tool for any cook.
- ESSENTIAL SIMPLICITY: Named after a design principle influenced by Zen philosophy, the Kanso series reflects its definition, “simplicity.” Created with the most essential elements, this Kanso knife delivers effortless performance.
- REFINED SHARPNESS: Crafted from AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel refined with vanadium, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge.
- DURABLE HANDLE: Made with contoured tagayasan, known as “iron sword wood,” this full-tang handle offers a comfortable and secure grip for both left and right-handed users. The butt also functions as a bottle opener and hanging hook.
- JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B019ISKJAU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #274,586 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #443 in Paring Knives |
| Blade Color | stainless |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 3.5 Inches |
| Blade Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Shun |
| Color | Silver |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (217) |
| Date First Available | December 18, 2015 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00087171044347 |
| Handle Material | Tagayasan Wood |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Item Length | 3.5 Inches |
| Item Weight | 3 ounces |
| Item model number | SWT0700 |
| Manufacturer | Kai |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Size | 3.5" |
| UPC | 087171044347 |

## Product Details

- **Blade Edge:** Plain
- **Blade Material:** High Carbon Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Shun
- **Color:** Silver
- **Handle Material:** Tagayasan Wood

## Images

![Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CYc3Op9GL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What makes Shun worth the upgrade?**
A: Shun knives are handcrafted in Japan with premium steel such as VG-MAX. Extra sharp out of the box, they stay sharp longer and deliver unmatched precision. Shun knives are more than a tool, they’re a lifelong cooking experience.

**Q: How should I care for my Shun knife?**
A: Always hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Never put your Shun knife in the dishwasher. Use a soft wood cutting board like Hinoki to protect your knife edge when cutting. Do not use Shun for chopping through bone or frozen ingredients.

**Q: What is the proper cutting technique for a Shun?**
A: Use a locomotive motion when cutting - move the blade forward or back instead of pressing straight down. This lets the blade do the work, reduces fatigue, and helps keep your Shun in top condition.

**Q: How often should I sharpen my knife?**
A: Notice your Shun losing its edge? Hone weekly to re-align the blade. If honing no longer works, send it in for free sharpening or follow our online tutorials to hone and sharpen at home.

**Q: What’s the correct way to pronounce Shun?**
A: Say 'Shoon' (rhymes with moon). Shun is the Japanese concept of enjoying food at its peak. We honor this tradition by crafting fine cutlery that’s always at the peak of its perfection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If looking for a high quality paring knife, you’re there.
*by D***W on August 20, 2025*

Ordered this knife to replace the Shun Classic paring knife. I did not like now the Classic felt, and the cutting blade was awkward for a paring knife. This one feels completely organic in the hand, the shape and size are perfect, and has the typical high Shun quality. Best feel for close up and detailed work. Definitely one of my top three knives, and will end up surviving the knife purge for sure. Attached pictures of both for comparison.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Japanese made and razor sharp
*by C***S on May 5, 2018*

This is a fantastic paring knife. The size, weight and handle are exactly to my liking. Advisory - the handle is what feels like rough cut hard wood. It is not uncomfortable, but not the most ergonomic either. (I love the look) This is hand made in Japan with Japanese steel (see picture.) The laser etched writing is very clear and proof of where it is made. Out of the box, this knife shaved my arm. Honestly, it’s scary sharp. Measurements are true to description. After months of using this I can confirm this is a fantastic paring knife. It’s sharpens easy on a kitchen steel and the tip has proved very durable. We use it for everything from fruit to meat.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very sharp wife and I love it
*by S***N on September 5, 2024*

For the price I was shocked by the quality and brutal sharpness of this knife.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Shun Kanso 3.5" Paring Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Vegetable and Fruit Knife, AUS10A Stainless Steel Blade, Tagayasan Handle, Small Kitchen Tool for Peeling, Coring and Cutting
- Shun Kanso 8" Chef's Knife
- Shun Kanso 5" Asian Multi-Prep Knife

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*Last updated: 2026-01-25*