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product_id: 351672368
title: "Shun Sora Hollow Ground 5.5 Inch Santoku Knife"
brand: "shun"
price: "VT96352"
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# 5.5-inch precision blade Hollow-ground for frictionless cuts VG10 steel edge with corrosion resistance Shun Sora Hollow Ground 5.5 Inch Santoku Knife

**Brand:** shun
**Price:** VT96352
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your kitchen game with precision, power, and timeless style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shun Sora Hollow Ground 5.5 Inch Santoku Knife by shun
- **How much does it cost?** VT96352 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/351672368-shun-sora-hollow-ground-5-5-inch-santoku-knife)

## Best For

- shun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Santoku Design:** Compact and agile with the perfect belly curve for rocking cuts—your all-in-one culinary sidekick.
- • **Durable VG10 San Mai Steel:** Razor-sharp, corrosion-resistant edge crafted for long-lasting professional performance.
- • **Ergonomic Full-Tang Handle:** Textured PP/TPE polymer blend ensures a secure, balanced grip for all-day kitchen confidence.
- • **Effortless Precision Cutting:** 5.5-inch hollow-ground blade glides through ingredients with minimal resistance for flawless slicing.
- • **Handcrafted Japanese Artistry:** Each blade is a masterpiece from Seki City, blending ancient tradition with modern innovation.

## Overview

The Shun Sora 5.5-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife combines expert Japanese craftsmanship with modern VG10 San Mai steel technology. Its hollow-ground blade reduces friction for smooth, effortless cuts, while the ergonomic full-tang handle offers superior balance and grip. Perfectly sized for versatile kitchen tasks, this knife is a durable, corrosion-resistant essential designed for both professional chefs and discerning home cooks seeking precision and style.

## Description

Add one of the most popular Asian-inspired cooking knives to your collection with the Shun Cutlery 5.5-inch Sora Hollow Ground Santoku Knife. Shorter than a standard chef’s knife, this professional kitchen knife is light, agile and easy to maneuver with just enough belly curve to enable rocking cuts. Hollow-ground indentations on the side of the blade create small air pockets to reduce friction while cutting – making it easier to glide through each cut. It's versatile enough to handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. The San Mai construction uses VG10 steel for a corrosion-resistant, razor-sharp 16-degree cutting edge supported by 420J stainless steel on the blade upper. The traditional, full-tang handle is made of a textured PP/TPE polymer blend to provide an easy-to-maintain, contemporary look and offer a strong, secure, balanced grip. In Japan, the blade is more than a tool – it's a tradition. Housed in Seki City, the heart of the Japanese cutlery industry, Shun Fine Cutlery is dedicated to maintaining this ancient tradition. Each knife is handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty. We also leverage modern, premium materials and state-of-the-art technology to provide Shun quality to millions of professional chefs and avid home cooks throughout the world.

Review: Great home-use (and entry-level professional use) knife from KAI/Shun. I use this knife way more than my Henkel or Wusthof knives. It holds a better edge, is more comfortable, and extremely versatile. I use Shun professionally and love their knives, but I needed something that would still be good at home, but that I wouldn't cry over if my wife or in-laws messed up. This completely fits the bill. The thin blade is easy to touch up and keep sharp. Its high polish helps it resist rust (yes, even 'stainless' can rust under certain conditions and uses), and it has a comfortable and easy-to-grip handle. Don't throw this in your dishwasher, or you'll ruin it. Also, invest (it isn't expensive) in a decent soft-wood cutting board, and you'll experience a much sharper knife for much longer. If you read the instructions that come with it, plastic boards will dull it very quickly, and for the love of God in heaven, don't use a glass, corian, or other hard board with ANY knives.
Review: Very good and comfortable to use. It's my go-to knife now. Wished I had known about it years ago. Looks beautiful, right weight when using and holds its edge. Reasonable price.

## Features

- SANTOKU KNIFE: The Shun 5.5-inch Sora Hollow Ground Santoku knife is an Asian-inspired cooking knife that's a favorite among cooks for its ability to easily handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks.
- VERSATILE KNIFE: This kitchen knife is shorter than a standard chef's knife, light, agile and easy to maneuver with just enough belly curve for rocking cuts. Hollow-ground indentations reduce friction and help the blade glide through food.
- HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: The San Mai edge construction uses VG10 steel for a corrosion-resistant, razor-sharp cutting edge supported by 420J stainless steel on the blade upper.
- COMFORTABLE, DURABLE HANDLE: Full-tang handle design made from a textured PP/TPE polymer blend for an easy-to-maintain contemporary look and offers a secure grip with strength and balance.
- TRADITIONAL, ARTISAN CUTLERY: Inspired by the traditions of ancient Japan, Shun knives are handcrafted by highly skilled artisans to produce blades of unparalleled quality and beauty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01DYHI4NK |
| Blade Colour | Silver |
| Blade Edge | Hollow, Plain |
| Blade Length | 5.5 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Shun |
| Colour | Metallic |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Department | Cookware |
| Generic Name | Shun Sora 5.5 inch Hollow Ground Santoku, Multi Purpose Kitchen Knife, NSF Certified, Handcrafted in Japan, VB0740 |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel,Steel |
| Included Components | Santoku Knife |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Item Length | 5.5 Inches |
| Item Weight | 110 g |
| Item model number | VB0740 |
| Manufacturer | Kai |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Net Quantity | 1.0 Count |
| Size | 14 cm |

## Product Details

- **Blade Colour:** Silver
- **Blade Edge:** Hollow, Plain
- **Blade Length:** 5.5 Inches
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Shun
- **Colour:** Metallic
- **Construction Type:** Forged
- **Handle Material:** Stainless Steel,Steel
- **Is Dishwasher Safe:** No
- **Item Weight:** 3.9 Ounces

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What makes Shun worth the upgrade?**
A: Shun knives are handcrafted in Japan with premium steel such as VG-MAX. Extra sharp out of the box, they stay sharp longer and deliver unmatched precision. Shun knives are more than a tool, they’re a lifelong cooking experience.

**Q: How should I care for my Shun knife?**
A: Always hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Never put your Shun knife in the dishwasher. Use a soft wood cutting board like Hinoki to protect your knife edge when cutting. Do not use Shun for chopping through bone or frozen ingredients.

**Q: What is the proper cutting technique for a Shun?**
A: Use a locomotive motion when cutting - move the blade forward or back instead of pressing straight down. This lets the blade do the work, reduces fatigue, and helps keep your Shun in top condition.

**Q: How often should I sharpen my knife?**
A: Notice your Shun losing its edge? Hone weekly to re-align the blade. If honing no longer works, send it in for free sharpening or follow our online tutorials to hone and sharpen at home.

**Q: What’s the correct way to pronounce Shun?**
A: Say 'Shoon' (rhymes with moon). Shun is the Japanese concept of enjoying food at its peak. We honor this tradition by crafting fine cutlery that’s always at the peak of its perfection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***. on 9 September 2025*

Great home-use (and entry-level professional use) knife from KAI/Shun. I use this knife way more than my Henkel or Wusthof knives. It holds a better edge, is more comfortable, and extremely versatile. I use Shun professionally and love their knives, but I needed something that would still be good at home, but that I wouldn't cry over if my wife or in-laws messed up. This completely fits the bill. The thin blade is easy to touch up and keep sharp. Its high polish helps it resist rust (yes, even 'stainless' can rust under certain conditions and uses), and it has a comfortable and easy-to-grip handle. Don't throw this in your dishwasher, or you'll ruin it. Also, invest (it isn't expensive) in a decent soft-wood cutting board, and you'll experience a much sharper knife for much longer. If you read the instructions that come with it, plastic boards will dull it very quickly, and for the love of God in heaven, don't use a glass, corian, or other hard board with ANY knives.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 6 June 2025*

Very good and comfortable to use. It's my go-to knife now. Wished I had known about it years ago. Looks beautiful, right weight when using and holds its edge. Reasonable price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***N on 29 May 2025*

Great knife, super sharp, well balanced and holds an edge. Highly recommend.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-10*