Enso Hizashi 5.5" Prep Knife

Love this knife!!! It's the perfect size and works for all different types prep. It's going to be Christmas presents for several if my friends it's so good!!!

From the first use, this 5.5” prep knife impressed me. The size strikes a perfect balance between a paring knife and a santoku, making it ideal for quick, precise work. It’s light, maneuverable, and perfectly balanced at the bolster.

The 12° edge and thin grind deliver exceptional slicing performance — equal to or better than my Shun Premier knives — and the reverse tanto tip excels at detailed tasks like trimming small produce. Fit and finish are flawless, and the styling pairs seamlessly with the Shun Premier Blonde line.

Cons:

• Tip shape is more subdued than typical bunka designs

• Handle may feel small for those who prefer a fuller grip

Bottom line: A beautifully crafted, high-performance prep knife that’s a standout — especially at a sale price.

This was one of the most amazing Christmas gifts I’ve ever received. I’ve been using this and the paring knife everyday since I opened the package! This cuts through an onion like a “hot knife through butter”. I am still thrilled with the cutting I can do now. I spent the last 15 years with “make do” knives and now my kids are grown and gone I can have some special, amazing knives that can cut without skipping or dragging. This is well made and feels good in my hand. I love slicing and chopping now, no skipping or dragging! YAY!

This 5.5 in prep knife is just what I was looking for to fill out my knife rack. It is sharp, good looking and cuts veggies and other foods with ease. It has a thin blade and would not be for heavy duty cutting, but since most of my cutting and slicing is lighter duty it is perfect.

I was using an 8 inch chefs knife regularly, but it was a little large for the work I was doing. The smaller prep knife is excellent for what I do. Plus the quality of Enso is immediately noticed. Highly recommended.