Shun Shiranami 4-inch Paring Knife

The paring knife is an indispensable kitchen prep knife. For peeling, trimming, or working with small foods like shallots and garlic, its compact size offers exceptional control. Because you’ll reach for it nearly every time you cook, it should be a knife you truly enjoy using.

The Shun Shiranami Paring Knife brings Japanese artistry to this essential shape. Of course, it is beautiful. But its true beauty lies in how it performs. The fine, thin blade delivers clean, precise cuts with ease, while Shun’s 71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel helps maintain outstanding cutting performance over time. The flowing wave-inspired pattern reflects the series name, Shiranami, meaning “white-capped wave.”

The Prussian blue jute micarta handle provides balance, durability, and a secure grip, giving you confident control for detailed work. Elegant and expressive, the Shiranami Paring Knife transforms even the smallest tasks into something extraordinary.

One of the most essential and versatile kitchen knives
71-layer Dual Core Damascus steel with alternating VG10 and VG2 stainless steels
Exceptionally fine edge designed for precise, controlled cutting
Wave-inspired blade pattern reflects the artistry of the Shiranami series
Prussian blue jute micarta handle offers balance, durability, and a secure grip
Full composite tang for strength and stability