Shun Kanso Knives are all about simplicity. Shun re-evaluated what a knife was, took only what was needed to make man’s oldest tool function, and discarded the rest. The elements they did keep, however, have been honed and perfected as only Shun can. The steel is slightly more durable than other Shun Kanso Knife, the wooden handles extremely durable, and the weight of each knife is surprisingly light, allowing you full control. The Shun Kanso Knife line is meant for the minimalist, for anyone with a taste for the traditional, and for everyone who enjoys quality in their kitchen.