Imagine the swift rhythm of your knife parting a crisp daikon into sheer ribbons that curl over steaming rice, or gliding through a ripe mango to free jewel-like wedges without a single stubborn cling. That's the effortless poetry Shun stirs into their Classic Hollow Ground 7-inch Santoku, a kitchen multitasker we reach for whenever fresh prep calls for that nimble, all-in-one grace.

We adore how Shun crafted those clever hollow-ground indentations to create tiny air pockets, letting food slip free so your flow stays smooth and your board stays clean, no sawing or sticking in sight. Shun named it for its three virtues, slicing veggies, proteins, and fruits with a flatter profile and sheepsfoot tip that favors precise push cuts over heavy rocking, all while their VG-MAX core clad in 68 Damascus layers holds a whisper-thin 16-degree edge through seasons of joyful use. At a featherlight 7.1 ounces, it feels alive in hand, perfect for home cooks who crave pro finesse without the fatigue.

The D-shaped ebony Pakkawood handle cradles left or right with warm, bacteria-resistant comfort, turning everyday chopping into something almost meditative. We chose this award-winner, Blade Magazine's former Kitchen Knife of the Year, because it makes versatility feel like second nature. Let it handle the details so your creativity can bloom.

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