Bunka Kitchen Knife 180mm in Aogami No. 2 Steel with Kurouchi Finish and Sakura Wood Handle
The Nakamura Hamono Bunka kitchen knife combines a compact bunka profile with a 180mm blade for precise vegetable preparation, detailed cuts, and everyday chopping. Its flat edge supports controlled chopping while the angled tip helps with scoring and fine cuts.
The blade is made with Aogami No. 2 steel and has a Kurouchi finish. A light beige sakura wood oval handle completes the 320mm knife, which weighs 140g and is double-edged for right- or left-handed use. Custom engraving is available as a selectable option for up to 10 characters.
Features
- Bunka blade shape for detailed kitchen preparation
- 180mm Aogami No. 2 steel blade
- Kurouchi blade finish
- Light beige sakura wood oval handle
- Double-edge 50/50 geometry
- Optional custom engraving up to 10 characters
- Multipurpose kitchen use
Specifications
- Brand: Nakamura Hamono
- Blade shape: Bunka
- Blade length: 180mm
- Blade material: Aogami No. 2
- Blade finish: Kurouchi
- Blade HRC: 61-63
- Handle material: Light Beige Sakura Wood
- Handle length: 130mm
- Handle shape: Oval
- Total length: 320mm
- Weight: 140g
- Spine thickness at heel: 2.3mm
- Edge: Double-edge (50/50)
- Handedness: Right hand, Left hand
- Origin: Oita, Japan
- Options: Without Custom Engraving; With Custom Engraving
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of knife is this?
It is a Bunka kitchen knife with a 180mm blade, suited to precise vegetable work, detailed prep, and chopping.
What steel and finish does the blade use?
The blade uses Aogami No. 2 steel and has a Kurouchi finish.
Can the knife be used left-handed?
Yes. The source lists a double-edge 50/50 design for right- or left-handed use.
What are the handle details?
The handle is a light beige sakura wood oval handle measuring 130mm.
What does the custom engraving option include?
The engraving option supports up to 10 characters, with the requested words supplied in Roman alphabet or Japanese.