We're excited to partner with J. Kenji López-Alt on his signature knife, the KAN x Kenji Shi-toku™. It's been years in the making, and we think you'll love the result. In Kenji's own words:
The KAN x Kenji Shi-toku™ Knife reimagines the classic santoku by adding a fourth virtue—motion—through a deeper curve that allows effortless rock-chopping. Based on the hand-forged Vonhelmick Shi-toku™ I created with blade smith Gordon Hanson, it blends Japanese precision with Western fluidity in a 67-layer stainless Damascus design that’s light, balanced, and wickedly sharp. It’s a knife that feels like an extension of your hands—as natural as the rhythm of cooking, and as beautiful as it is functional.
—J. Kenji López-Alt
A portion of each sale will be donated towards food insecurity
Includes bonus discount code for Kenji's Patreon
Most Shi-tokus will not be hand-delivered by Kenji, but some might!
Feature
Details
Blade Material
VG-10 Core, 66-Layer Stainless Steel Cladding
Length
6.5 inches (165 mm) edge; 12 inches (305 mm) total
Blade Thickness
0.063 inches (1.6 mm) at the heel
Weight
4.7 oz (133 g)
Handle
Octagonal Wa; Ebony Wood + Golden Yolk/Guava Pink G10 Accents
Blade Height
1.9 inches (48 mm)
Edge Angle
15° each side
Hardness
60 HRC
Care
Hand-wash only
What Shi-toku customers are saying:
"It’s a perfect knife! I already purchased one for myself back in January. This one will be a wedding gift for my best friend!" --Robert C.
"We love this knife!! 10/10 would and have already recommended others to buy the knife. The balance is what really sets it apart from the rest in the kitchen." --Alan B.
"I used the Shi-toku last night to dice 2lbs of pork chop for our meal and I was sad when the task was over and I had to wash the knife and put it away! My knife slots in my my knife drawer were already full, so, I had to replace one! The [redacted brand name] 8” chef knife will be gifted to my brother in law for Christmas! The Shi-toku has now replaced your KAN Core chef knife as my go to!!!! Thank you very much for this your devotion to high quality." --Paul Z.
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