Hand-forged by Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan, this 165mm Hyo bunka has an SG2 core at ~63 HRC with stainless cladding. Being fully stainless, there are no rust concerns and no patina to manage. The polished blade has a tsuchime finish made of angular and geometric marks. Bunka are multipurpose knives with a reverse tanto tip that handles detail work well. Light and thin, it moves effortlessly through prep work. SG2 holds an edge well and is low maintenance. An all-purpose Japanese kitchen knife for cooks who want a high-performing stainless blade without any upkeep.
Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by Yoshimi Kato
166mm (6.5") cutting edge, 47.8mm heel height
SG2 core (~63 HRC) with stainless cladding
Tsuchime finish
Octagonal mono ebony handle
For left- and right-handed users
A Japanese multipurpose knife for cooks who want high performance stainless blade and easy upkeep
Overall length: 212mm Blade length (heel to tip): 166mm (6.5") Blade height at heel: 47.8mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 2.0mm at the heel: 1.9mm midway: 1.9mm 1cm from the tip: 0.7mm Weight: 149g Edge/bevel: Handle: octagonal mono ebony Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya / sheath: none
Notes:
Each knife is handcrafted, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com.
Minor variations in surface finish and measurements are normal in Japanese knives.
Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.
