Bread knife 23cm Kai Shun Kagerou Damascus 71 layers

A Japanese bread knife for top-of-the-range cuts

Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese excellence with the top-of-the-range Kai Shun Kagerou Japanese knife. This 23cm bread knife is the perfect blend of traditional know-how and technological innovation. Made in Japan, it has been awarded the Red Dot Award 2025. It is the essential knife for demanding amateurs and professionals wishing to combine elegance and performance.

This Shun Kagerou bread knife is specially designed to cut through even the thickest crusts, without crushing the delicate crumb. Its 23cm serrated blade ensures clean, even slices, whether on crusty country bread, baguette or even soft brioche buns. A perfect partner for everyday meals and gourmet presentations.

A high-performance serrated blade

The 23cm blade features a Dual Core design: it combines VG2 stainless steel, flexible and resistant, with VG10 stainless steel, renowned for its hardness and exceptional cutting retention. This marriage of steels achieves a hardness of nearly 61 HRC, ensuring a long-lasting, highly efficient cutting edge. This is made possible by Composite Blade Technology, which fuses the two steels with millimetric precision.

The combination of the two steels forms a 71-layer damascus, visible on the underside of the blade. Visually, it illustrates the power and elegance of this knife, with motifs evoking rising flames. On the upper part of the blade, the mirror-polished finish is enhanced by a copper edging that elegantly separates the damascus zone, creating a contrast of rare beauty. The Shun logo on the blade underlines the knife's luxurious, exclusive character.

A handle with an ideal grip

The knife's handle measures 12.5cm and is made of mottled gray pakka wood, a noble, durable material that is resistant to humidity and temperature variations. It features the symmetrical U-shape characteristic of the Shun Kagerou range, offering a stable, comfortable, ambidextrous grip perfectly suited to prolonged use.

The forged bolster and base, both in stainless steel, reinforce the knife's overall balance and guarantee optimal handling. This ingenious design ensures a smooth, sure grip, whether you're a professional or a demanding culinary enthusiast.

Shun Kagerou bread knife features

• 23cm blade in Dual Core steel (VG2 + VG10): supple, high-performance cutting edge
Hardness
• of approx. 61 HRC: exceptional edge retention
• 71-layer damascus structure: visual inspired by rising flames
• Mirror-polished finish with copper edging: refined, luxurious contrast
• Serrated edge: efficient bread slicing without crushing the crumb
• U-shaped mottled grey pakka wood handle: ambidextrous comfort and ergonomics
• Stainless steel

• and base: reinforced balance, increased robustness
• Japanese manufacturing: traditional craftsmanship
• Shun Kagerou range awarded Red Dot Award 2025

Care and maintenance

To preserve the beauty and performance of your top-of-the-range Kai Japanese knife, we recommend washing it only by hand with a soft sponge and neutral detergent. Wipe immediately with a dry cloth and store in a dry place. Never put it in the dishwasher or immerse it in water for long periods, as this will maintain its integrity.

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