The new Shun Kagerou 2Pc Set includes a 4" Paring Knife and a 6.5" Nakiri. Tackle small and large kitchen tasks with this pair of essential tools. Available in Canada exclusively at House of Knives.

The Shun Kagerou 4" Paring Knife is a versatile must-have food prep tool.  Named after its main purpose, “to pare,” the paring knife is unmatched in its ability to help a cook with smaller kitchen tasks like peeling fruits and vegetables, hulling strawberries, or working with awkwardly shaped ingredients.  Its small size and lightweight blade offer complete control over the tip and edge of the blade, while its razor-sharp Dual Core edge protects the most delicate ingredients.

With its interesting shape, the 6.5" Shun Kagerou Nakiri excels at precisely cutting vegetables with a long, flat belly profile making full contact with the cutting board.  The Nakiri isn’t rocked like a chef’s knife.  Instead, use a push cut by moving the knife down and forward while keeping the edge parallel to the cutting surface. Nakiri (bōchō) in Japanese means “vegetable cutter” or “leaf cutter,” this knife is a staple preparation tool of the heavily vegetable based cuisine eaten in Japanese homes. Available in Canada exclusively at House of Knives.

Kagerou, or “heat haze” in Japanese, refers to the exquisite ladder-bar pattern featured on the newest product line from Shun. Exemplifying our core values of Technology, Quality, and Innovation to offer cutting edge products, Kagerou harnesses our proprietary composite blade technology to bring an unparalleled fusion of quality and value.  All components of Kagerou are performance driven.  The series features a cutting edge of forged Dual Core Damascus steel, 71 layers of high-carbon, VG10 & VG2, married to a beautifully polished stainless steel upper sure to catch the eye.  A traditionally Japanese shaped handle in grey PakkaWood comfortably fits the hand giving the user authoritative control.  Finally, all handle components are weighted to maintain the balance.

Features and Benefits:

• Composite Blade Technology: Utilizing Shun’s proprietary technology, the blade combines a Dual Core Damascus steel lower section (71 alternating layers of VG10 and VG2 steels) with a solid 420J stainless steel upper section. Braze welding joins them together, putting the exceptional cutting performance and longevity of Dual Core steel where it’s needed—the cutting edge.
• Ladder-Bar Blade Pattern: The unique aesthetic that Kagerou, or “heat haze” in Japanese, is named for. The distinctive blade pattern also enhances food release for a smoother cutting experience.
• Edge Retention: Use of high-carbon Japanese steel ensures that the blade remains sharper longer, reducing the need for frequent sharpening.
• Tri-Lobe Handle PakkaWood Handle: Designed for versatility, comfort, and control, the PakkaWood handle comfortably accommodates multiple grips and is suitable for both right and left-handed users. 
• Metal Injected Molding Technology: Used in handle components it precisely calibrates weight and balance, making the knives feel lighter and easier to handle during extended use.