{"title":"Bunka Knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bunka (文化), translating to \"culture,\" is a versatile multi-purpose knife characterized by its wide blade profile and distinctive triangular K-tip (reverse tanto point). Similar in utility to a Santoku, the Bunka offers a flatter edge for clean push-cutting alongside a razor-sharp, aggressive tip designed for intricate detail work, scoring, and precision piercing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ccode\u003egyuto.com\u003c\/code\u003e, our hand-forged Japanese Bunka knives are crafted by master blacksmiths using traditional high-carbon and powder stainless steels. Featuring hand-hammered Tsuchime and Kurouchi finishes paired with octagonal wooden \u003ci\u003ewa\u003c\/i\u003e-handles, each Bunka delivers exceptionally nimble handling and bold architectural style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-migaki-bunka-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Bunka 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eForged with the aggressive profile of a traditional Japanese \u003ci\u003eBunka\u003c\/i\u003e and named after the drifting sea ice (\u003ci\u003eRyuhyo\u003c\/i\u003e) of the Sea of Okhotsk, this 180mm knife combines striking multi-layer damascus steel with a mirror-polished \u003ci\u003emigaki\u003c\/i\u003e finish. Centered around an ultra-dense \u003cb\u003eSG2 (R2) micro-carbide powder steel core\u003c\/b\u003e, it delivers surgical sharpness, 62–63 HRC edge retention, and complete stainless performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile features a distinctive \u003cb\u003ek-tip (reverse tanto)\u003c\/b\u003e point, providing exceptional agility for detail work, scoring, and precise vegetable cuts. Ground thin behind the edge with a smooth, architectural spine and choil polish, the blade is fitted with an octagonal Mediterranean \u003cb\u003eolive wood wa-handle\u003c\/b\u003e showcasing rich golden grain figure and balanced pinch-grip ergonomics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSG2 Micro-Carbide Powder Core Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e High-density stainless steel delivering surgical edge-holding capability and low-maintenance care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMigaki Damascus Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Polished multi-layered cladding featuring high-contrast damascus ripples and a soft mirror sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e180mm Bunka K-Tip Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Combines the flat cutting edge of a Santoku with a sharp, functional reverse-tanto tip for agile precision work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOctagonal Olive Wood Wa-Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e Handcrafted from dense Mediterranean olive wood for superior control and timeless architectural warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Hatsukokoro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: Ryuhyo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Seki, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Bunka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Construction: San Mai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Steel: SG2 Powder Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCladding: Stainless Steel Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Mirror Polish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngraving: Laser Engraved (\"Hatsukokoro\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge: Double-Bevel, Even (50\/50)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Shape: Octagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Olivewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 7\" (180mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Length: 6.8\" (175mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height: 2\" (50mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Length: 5.1\" (130mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 12.4\" (315mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpine Thickness: 2.2mm at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.4 oz. (125g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48418485895398,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/bunka1.jpg?v=1790007369"}],"url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/collections\/bunka-knives.oembed","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}