The Nakamura Hamono Bunka Kitchen Knife 180mm is a handcrafted Japanese kitchen knife by Nakamura Hamono, a 120-year smithy in Oita, Japan. This double-bevel bunka knife is crafted with Aogami (Blue) No. 2 Steel. It has a kurouchi finish and is fitted with a sakura wood handle. The blade is engraved with the signature of the smithy. Optional (Additional Fee): Blade Engraving (Up to 10 characters. Let us know the EXACT words you want in ROMAN ALPHABET OR JAPANESE through the LEAVE A NOTE WITH YOUR ORDER option!) About the Blade Shape: A compact, versatile knife known for its distinctive kiritsuke-style tip, bunka knives are well suited for precise vegetable work and detailed prep. The flat edge profile supports clean chopping, while the sharp angled tip excels at scoring and fine cuts. Typically double-edged and measuring between 165mm and 180mm, the bunka offers excellent control and efficiency for everyday kitchen tasks. Blade Shape Bunka Handle Length 130mm Blade Material Aogami No2 Handle Material Light Beige Sakura Wood Blade HRC 61-63 Handle Shape Oval Blade Finish Kurouchi Total Length 320mm Blade Length 180mm Weight 140g Spine Thickness at Heel 2.3mm Usage Multipurpose Edge Double-edge (50/50) Origin Oita, Japan Handedness Right hand, Left hand
