This ultra-premium bunka knife is forged by renowned blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa for the Hatsukokoro brand. The single piece of shirogami#3 carbon steel is differentially heat-treated to give it a hard cutting edge and a resilient spine. The hira has a mirror finish, and the blade is paired with an elegant octagonal ebony handle. Sharpened by Morihiro hamono, this knife is sure to impress even the most discerning chefs.
A bunka is a versatile Japanese knife that is perfect for a variety of tasks, including slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, meat, and fish. It is a popular choice for professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike. If you are looking for an ultra-premium bunka, this is for you.
··•·· Brand: Hatsukokoro Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa Sharpener: Morihiro hamono Location: Sakai, Japan Knife type: bunka Finish: mirror finish on hira only
Construction type: honyaki Steel: shirogami#3 / white#3
Overall length: 313mm Blade length (heel to tip): 170mm Blade height at heel: 47mm Spine thickness at handle: 3.0mm Spine thickness at heel: 2.9mm Spine thickness at middle: 2.5mm Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm Weight: 170g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony with blonde horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Nakagawa shirogami#3 honyaki bunka, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
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Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Care Guide
