Shun Kanso Paring Knife 3.5 in
- 3.5 inch blade, plain edge
- AUS10A stainless steel, reinforced with vanadium
- Tagayasan wood handle, angled for tip control
- Forged, handcrafted in Japan
- 3.04 ounces
- Handle butt opens bottles and hangs on knife hooks
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A short forged paring knife for small produce, covered by free sharpening and honing from the maker. Blade width and edge angle are not given.
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ASIN: B019ISKJAUCategory: Paring Knives
Overview
Not a chef knife or a slicer, this Shun Kanso is a short paring knife made for peeling, trimming and decorative cuts on small foods like shallots and garlic. The forged blade meets an angled tagayasan wood handle, and the handle butt doubles as a bottle opener.
Reason to buy is a forged Japanese blade paired with a handle angled to steer the point, plus a butt that allows hanging storage. The limitation is a thin spec sheet, where hardness rating and edge angle are both missing.
Who it's for
Home cooks who spend time on small, careful tasks like peeling and garnishing will use the short blade most. Anyone who needs one knife for slicing meat or chopping larger vegetables should look at a longer blade instead.
Pros and cons
- Forged blade construction
- Angled tagayasan wood handle
- Handle butt works as bottle opener
- Hangs on knife hooks
- Blade width and edge angle not listed
- Short blade limits larger tasks
- Sold as a single knife
Performance notes
Forging and a short blade give close control at the point and edge, which is what fine work depends on. The angled handle shapes how the hand rests behind the blade, and the plain edge suits push cuts and peeling rather than sawing.
Specifications
| Brand | Shun |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 3.5 inches |
| Item weight | 3.04 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High carbon stainless steel (AUS10A with vanadium) |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Color | Silver |
| Handle Material | Tagayasan wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Paring knife |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Country of origin | Japan, handcrafted |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Shun Kanso paring knife?
The listing names the paring knife itself as the only included component. No sheath, guard or sharpening tool is listed.
Can the Shun Kanso paring knife open bottles?
The butt of the handle is designed to work as a bottle opener, and it also allows the knife to hang on knife hooks.
Can the Shun Kanso paring knife replace a chef knife?
No. It is a short blade for peeling, trimming and small foods like shallots or garlic, so larger chopping and slicing need a longer knife.
Does Shun sharpen the Kanso knife for free?
The listing says the knife is supported by free sharpening and honing. Terms and shipping details are not given.