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alt="A close-up of the Yoshimi Kato tsuchime STRIX bunka 170mm blade by Yoshimi Kato, showcasing its unique hammered and etched pattern with fine metal detailing—famous for outstanding edge retention—set against a dark background."
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alt="Close-up of a Yoshimi Kato tsuchime STRIX bunka 170mm knife handle, crafted from contrasting woods, set against a dark background. The hammered blade offers exceptional edge retention. Brand: Yoshimi Kato."
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Handcrafted in Echizen, Japan by Yoshimi Kato, this 171mm bunka has an SPG STRIX core with a polished tsuchime finish. A bunka is a compact Japanese multipurpose knife with a reverse tanto tip, suited to slicing, dicing, and detail work. It is fully stainless, so maintenance stays simple. SPG STRIX is a new steel from Takefu Special Steel, built with a different approach. It sharpens more easily than other powder steels while still holding an edge just as well. It runs about 65 HRC.
Handcrafted in Echizen, Japan by Yoshimi Kato
171mm (6.73") cutting edge, heel to tip
SPG STRIX core steel (~65 HRC)
Reverse tanto tip
For left- and right-handed users
A compact, fully stainless Japanese multipurpose knife
Yoshimi Kato is the third-generation blacksmith at Kato Knife Manufacturing in Takefu, Echizen, a region with 700 years of knife-forging history. He learned the craft directly from his father and grandfather before them, both respected figures in the Echizen blacksmithing community. Yoshimi has been forging knives under his own name since 2012, and took over full leadership of the family workshop in 2018.
Overall length: 318mm Blade length - heel to tip: 171mm (6.73") Blade height at heel: 47.6mm Spine thickness: At the handle: 1.7mm At the heel: 1.7mm Midway: 1.6mm 1cm from the tip: 0.5mm Weight: 116g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: Octagonal rosewood Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes:
Each knife is handcrafted, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you'd like to see the exact knife you'll receive, email us at info@zahocho.com.
Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 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 Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
