{"title":"Japanese Knives","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan, these beautiful and highly functional Kai Shun knives feature two layers of stainless-steel sandwiching a core layer of very hard VGXeos steel. Double bevel sharpened to 16°, a steel hardness of 60-62 (±1) HRC, stunning Octagonal black grained PakkaWood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eBeautifully balanced, these very special knives are a joy to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shun-combination-honing-steel","title":"Shun Combination Honing Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShun Combination Honing Steel 23cm by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eAs you use your knife, the razor-sharp edge naturally bends over just a fraction as the edge contacts the cutting board. Eventually, this means the sharp edge is no longer making direct contact with the food and subsequently the knife feels dull. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Shun Combination Honing Steel is the solution. It gently realigns the edge of your blade, bringing the “sharp” back. It offers two honing surfaces: a smooth one for weekly honing and a micro-ribbed one for monthly honing - depending on your usage, of course. A built-in angle guide makes it easy to hone your Shun knives with ease and precision. The steel-grey handle looks beautiful with the rest of your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel Length: 23cm Honing Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOverall length: 34.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrigin: Crafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare: \u003c\/strong\u003eWipe your honing steel with a dry cloth after each use. For a deeper clean, use a wet cloth to remove any debris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47163602108574,"sku":"KAISHUNCHS","price":105.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/SS0790_1_2560x_jpg.webp?v=1780527975"},{"product_id":"seki-magoroku-kaname-kiritsuke-12cm","title":"Seki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 12cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 12cm by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePerfect for slicing small foods such as garlic cloves or ginger. The length of this knife makes it easy to peel and trim even larger fruits and vegetables, such as extra-large potatoes or apples. With its straighter edge, it is ideal for slicing cuts and push cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: VGXeos cutting core sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel with a satin finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60-62 (±1) HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Octagonal black grained PakkaWood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade length: 12cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47163612397726,"sku":"KAISMKK12","price":399.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/AE5500_1_1440x.jpg-2.webp?v=1780527933"},{"product_id":"seki-magoroku-kaname-kiritsuke-12cm-copy","title":"Seki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 15cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 15cm by \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA good all round utility sized knife perfect for a multitude of small tasks where more precise cuts are needed, such as trimming broccoli, green beans, or other smaller vegetables. With its straighter edge, it is ideal for slicing cuts and push cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: VGXeos cutting core sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel with a satin finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60-62 (±1) HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Octagonal black grained PakkaWood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade length: 15cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47163612922014,"sku":"KAISMKK15","price":459.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/AE5501_1_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780527891"},{"product_id":"seki-magoroku-kaname-kiritsuke-19-5cm","title":"Seki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 19.5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeki Magoroku Kaname Kiritsuke 19.5cm by \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis is a special order product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Kaname Kiritsuke 19.5cm is a versatile all-purpose blade ideal for a wide variety of cutting tasks. The length is perfect for preparing fruits, vegetables, proteins, and other foods. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and is extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. A perfect all rounder for prepping vegetables to slicing sashimi or boneless meats. With its straighter edge, it is ideal for slicing cuts and push cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: VGXeos cutting core sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel with a satin finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60-62 (±1) HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Octagonal black grained PakkaWood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade length: 19.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand wash only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47164199501982,"sku":"KAISMKK195","price":525.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/AE5502_1_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780527843"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-chefs-knife-15cm","title":"Shun Premier Chefs Knife 15cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShun Premier Chefs Knife 15cm by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis is a special order product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Shun Premier Chefs Knife is shaped in the traditional European style and is an all purpose knife suitable for shredding, cutting, slicing and cubing all meat, fish and vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFor cooks who enjoy the lightweight nimbleness of a shorter blade, we offer the Shun Premier 15cm Chefs Knife. Of course, it performs all the tasks for which you choose a chefs knife, from slicing and dicing, to making rocking cuts through herbs. Yet it also offers the quick, agile performance and high degree of control that a slightly smaller knife can provide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Shun Premier knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade Length: 15cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Contoured, ambidextrous walnut coloured PakkaWood®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47353030475934,"sku":"KAISPCK15","price":345.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/TDM0723_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780527767"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-chefs-knife-18cm","title":"Shun Premier Santoku 18cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eShun Premier Santoku 18cm by \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a special order product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Shun Premier Santoku 18cm is a traditional Japanese styled, all purpose knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis is a beautiful, Asian-inspired chefs knife that many cooks today have added to their kitchen favourites. The Santoku is as easy to use as a chefs knife and is especially well suited to a down-and-forward cutting motion (push cut). Slightly shorter than the standard chefs knife, the Shun Premier Santoku is light, agile, and very easy to manoeuvre. There's just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts, which just adds to the Premier Santoku's versatility.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eMany cooks swear by their Santoku for top performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Shun Premier knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHammered \u003cem\u003etsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e finish helps release food easily when cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade Length: 18cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47354088423582,"sku":"KAISPS18","price":379.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/TDM0702_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780527685"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-chefs-knife-20cm","title":"Shun Premier Chefs Knife 20cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eShun Premier Chefs Knife 20cm by \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a special order product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Shun Premier Chefs Knife is shaped in the traditional European style and is an all purpose knife suitable for shredding, cutting, slicing, and cubing all meat, fish and vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThis breath-taking knife is lightweight, agile, and offers an extremely comfortable grip. In fact, Shun Premier's thinner blades makes this chefs knife lighter and less tiring to use than comparable European-style chefs knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe 20cm length and razor-sharp edge are perfect for slicing and dicing a full range of fruits, vegetables, and other foods. The wide blade keeps knuckles off the cutting board and comes in extra handy when transferring cut food from board to pan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWith its curved belly, the Chefs knife can be gently rocked through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Shun Premier knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHammered \u003cem\u003etsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e finish helps release food easily when cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade Length: 20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHandle: Walnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47354613792926,"sku":"KAISPCK20","price":389.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/TDM0706_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780527596"},{"product_id":"shun-premier-nakiri-14cm","title":"Shun Premier Nakiri 14cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eShun Premier Nakiri 14cm by \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;q=Kai+Shun\"\u003eKai Shun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a special order product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"s1\"\u003eQuite simply, \"nakiri\" is Japanese for vegetable knife. Great for salad or stir-fry preparation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eIf you haven’t used Japanese-style knives before, the Nakiri is sure to attract your attention due to its interesting shape. Yet this blade shape is quite practical, too. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWith its blunt tip, the Shun Premier Nakiri is safer to use in the kitchen, but without sacrificing any of the slicing and dicing power you need when processing vegetables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBecause of its straight blade, edge, and spine, the Nakiri isn’t rocked like a chefs knife. Instead, use a push cut by moving the knife down and forward while keeping the edge parallel to the cutting surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Shun Premier knife purchases come in a beautifully presented gift box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique: \u003c\/strong\u003eKai knives are designed to be used in a smooth, slicing motion - never in an up and down “chopping”, piercing or stabbing motion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease do not use Kai knives on:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard materials such as bones, joints, frozen foods or very hard vegetables like pumpkin. Use on these or similar items can damage the cutting edge or cause the blade to fracture and break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCutting Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers (69 total including core) stainless steel Damascus cladding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHammered \u003cem\u003etsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e finish helps release food easily when cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHardness: 60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlade Length: 14cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWalnut finish, contoured Pakkawood handle; offers comfort and control; resists moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe cutting surface you are using will directly affect the blades edge. A good cutting board will help retain a sharp edge for substantially longer. Wood, wood composite and polyethylene boards are all excellent choices. Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, or any kind of glass cutting boards are poor choices and are very hard on your knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash your blades with gentle dish soap. Do not use soaps with citrus extracts; they can promote rust. Rinse and towel dry immediately. Let the knives air dry for a few minutes before returning them to storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter you have washed and dried your knives, store them in a block, knife case, in-drawer tray, sheath, magnetic knife holder mounted on a wall, or in the original box. We do not recommend storing the knives unsheathed in a drawer, as this can be a potential hazard to the blades as well as your fingers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to maximise the life of the blade, regular honing with a Shun Honing Steel will be necessary. Weekly honing will extend the time between sharpening significantly. When the time comes to sharpen these premium blades, we recommend using a Kai Seki Magoroku Whetstone, or sending your knives to a professional sharpener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kai Shun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47355113930910,"sku":"KAISPN14","price":365.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/files\/Untitled_design.png?v=1780531126"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1150\/6582\/collections\/AE5500_6_1440x_jpg.webp?v=1780368568","url":"https:\/\/orient-nz.com\/collections\/japanese-knives.oembed","provider":"Orient: Homeware + Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}