Features: 9" AUS-10A Japanese steel blade with serrations for cutting bread and tough foods. Tagayasan (or wenge) wood handles that are as beautiful as they are tough. Lightweight, balanced, and strong build that makes this knife a joy to use. Description: The word "Kanso" means "simplicity." Each kitchen knife in the Shun Kanso line has a full tang and is made from Japanese AUS-10A carbon steel. The handles are tagayasan (or wenge) wood, which is known for its iron-like hardness and beauty. Shun Kanso: simply built, simply functional, and simply beautiful. Made in Japan. Bread Knife: This knife has a long serrated blade. Its primary use is, as its name suggests, slicing bread. It is also good for processing other tough foods or neatly slicing cake.