Hatsukokoro x Nakagawa shirogami#3 honyaki bunka 180mm

Specifications

This honyaki bunka knife is forged by renowned blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa for the Hatsukokoro brand. Crafted from a single piece of Shirogami #3 carbon steel, it undergoes differential heat treatment to achieve a hard cutting edge and a resilient spine. The hira has a mirror finish, enhancing its refined aesthetic. Paired with an elegant octagonal ebony handle, this knife is a stunning blend of craftsmanship and functionality. Sharpened by Morihiro Hamono, it delivers exceptional performance that will impress even the most discerning chefs.

A Bunka is a versatile Japanese knife perfect for various kitchen tasks, including slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, meat, and fish. It is a popular choice for professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike.

Details

• 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)

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 313mm
• Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 170mm
• Blade Height at Heel: 47mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At the handle: 3.0mm
  • At the heel: 2.9mm
  • Midway: 2.5mm
  • 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

Notes

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Nakagawa Shirogami #3 Honyaki Bunka, please refer to our care guide.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.