Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji shirogami#2 bunka 165mm

Specifications

The Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane Nashiji Shirogami #2 Bunka is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by Yoshikane Hamono for the Hatsukokoro brand. Handcrafted in Sanjo, Japan, this bunka features a nashiji finish and a core of Shirogami #2 (White #2) steel, with stainless cladding for easier maintenance. This bunka knife, with its compact 165mm size, is perfect for quick prep tasks or working in small kitchen spaces. Its versatile design makes it ideal for slicing and dicing various ingredients. Yoshikane knives are renowned for their exceptional cutting performance and excellent heat treatment, making them a favorite among experienced Japanese knife enthusiasts.

Details

• Brand: Hatsukokoro
• Blacksmith: Yoshikane Hamono | Kazuomi Yamamoto
• Producing Area: Sanjo, Japan
• Knife Type: bunka
• Purpose: All-purpose knife for meat, fish, and vegetables
• Finish: nashiji
• Core Steel: Hitachi Shirogami #2 (White #2)
• Steel Type: carbon steel
• Cladding: stainless clad

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall Length: 318mm
• Blade Length (heel to tip): 168mm / 6.61"
• Blade Height at Heel: 51.6mm
• Spine Thickness:
  • At Handle: 4.9mm
  • At Heel: 3.9mm
  • Midway: 2.2mm
  • 1cm from the Tip: 1.2mm
• Weight: 175g
• Edge/Bevel: 50:50
• Handle: octagonal walnut with horn ferrule
• Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Note:

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane Nashiji Shirogami #2 Bunka knife, please refer to our care guide.
• Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
• Similarly, minor cosmetic variations—such as light surface marks or fine scuffs—are common in these artisanal knives.