Shun Classic 3 Piece Japan Starter Knife Set
- 7 inch hollow ground santoku
- 6.5 inch nakiri and 3.5 inch paring knives
- VG-MAX core, 68 layers of Damascus cladding
- 16 degree edge angle
- D-shaped Pakkawood handle, left or right hand
Last refreshed Sep 25, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A three-knife kit built around Japanese shapes: a santoku, a nakiri and a paring knife. It has no Western chef knife, so rocking-heavy cooks may miss one.
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Overview
Cutting vegetables, fish and boneless meat with a Japanese pattern is what this trio is made for. The santoku and nakiri carry a VG-MAX core with Damascus cladding, and each handle is a D-shaped Pakkawood grip.
The mix of santoku and nakiri covers most vegetable and general work with a straight cutting stroke, and the paring knife handles small jobs. The limitation is a flat profile that suits push cuts better than a long rocking motion, and the lack of a sharpening offer in the listing.
Who it's for
Home cooks drawn to Japanese blade shapes who want a compact set. Someone used to a Western chef knife should expect a different feel from the flat nakiri.
Pros and cons
- Santoku and nakiri shapes
- VG-MAX core with Damascus cladding
- Handle works for left and right hands
- Fine edge angle
- No Western chef knife
- Flat nakiri profile limits rocking
- Sharpening service not mentioned
Performance notes
The hollow ground santoku is shaped for slicing, and the flat nakiri edge meets the board along its full length for clean push cuts. The VG-MAX core holds a narrow angle, so cuts need little force. The paring knife handles in-hand tasks.
Specifications
| Brand | Shun |
|---|---|
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | VG-MAX core, 68 layers of Damascus cladding |
| Construction Type | Forged with wooden handle |
| Handle Material | Pakkawood, D-shaped |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 7 inch hollow ground santoku, 6.5 inch nakiri, 3.5 inch paring |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Edge angle | 16 degrees |
| Country of origin | Japan |
Frequently asked questions
Can left-handed cooks use the Shun Classic Japan starter set?
Yes, the seller copy says the D-shaped Pakkawood handle suits both left and right-handed users.
Does the Shun Classic Japan starter set include a chef knife?
No. It has a santoku, a nakiri and a paring knife.
What does hollow ground mean on the Shun Classic santoku?
The listing names the santoku as hollow ground but gives no further description of the grind.