The Shun Kazahana 3.5-inch Paring Knife is an indispensable kitchen tool. Compact and easy to control, this paring knife is ideal for peeling, trimming, making decorative cuts and cutting small foods like shallots or garlic. Made with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel reinforced with vanadium and a contoured Pakkawood handle, this fruit and vegetable knife is strong, durable and precise. The butt of the knife is designed to function as a bottle opener and allows for easy hanging on knife hooks. In Japanese, “Kazahana” means “snow that flickers like petals dancing in a clear sky,” much like the blade’s beautiful satin finish. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kazahana Paring Knife captivates with its presence and stuns with its performance.