Shun

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Brand Details

Type: Brand

Description: Shun is a Japanese brand of high-end kitchen knives, a subsidiary of the Kai Group, known for its over 100 years of experience in manufacturing knives and other cutting tools. Shun knives are handcrafted in Seki City, Japan, known for its knife-making heritage dating back to the 13th century. Each knife undergoes at least 100 steps in its creation, combining traditional techniques with modern technology and materials to produce exceptionally sharp, durable, and aesthetically pleasing knives. They are marketed and sold to both domestic and Western audiences and offer various knife lines and styles to suit different needs and budgets. The brand's name, "Shun," refers to the Japanese culinary tradition of using ingredients at their peak ripeness.

Website: https://kaiusa.com

Mention Analytics

Total Mentions: 18

Subreddit Mentions:

Positive Mentions: 13

Negative Mentions: 3

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PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 8 comments

⬆︎ 3 upvotes

Mentioned as a brand for knives.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/
PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 188 comments

⬆︎ 32 upvotes

Mentioned as a high-quality knife brand.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/
PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 50 comments

⬆︎ 25 upvotes

Mentioned as a good brand for a knife.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Apr 19, 2025

What’s a good kitchen knife you’d recommend?

PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 142 comments

⬆︎ 39 upvotes

Mentioned positively as a long-lasting knife.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Apr 18, 2025

What system are you all using to sharpen your kitchen knives?

NeutralGeneral Discussion

💬 160 comments

⬆︎ 105 upvotes

User mentions this brand, no specific positive/negative sentiment.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Apr 17, 2025

Best kitchen supplies to buy for life?

PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 101 comments

⬆︎ 52 upvotes

For high quality, they are a great choice

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Mar 30, 2025

Currently going through the Cutco warranty process and they do seem to stand behind their warranty

NeutralGeneral Discussion

💬 29 comments

⬆︎ 19 upvotes

Mentioned as a comparison to Cutco, with no specific positive or negative statements.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Mar 12, 2025

Knife set suggestions? Yes, I know.

PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 83 comments

⬆︎ 21 upvotes

A user recommends Shun sets highly.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Feb 2, 2025

The Best 'Buy It for Life' Products, From Essential Cookware to Tough-as-Nails Clothing

NegativeGeneral Discussion

💬 5 comments

⬆︎ 0 upvotes

The commenter mentions that they would not spend money on Shun knives and suggests alternatives like Global or Mercer knives.

Found in /r/BuyItForLife/

Jan 30, 2025

Buy Once Cry Once items?

PositiveGeneral Discussion

💬 552 comments

⬆︎ 192 upvotes

Shun chef knives were mentioned.

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