{"product_id":"ginrei-silver3-nashiji-bunka150","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Nashiji Ko Bunka 150mm – Mono Ebony Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsan Nashiji Ko Bunka 150mm pairs a compact Japanese kitchen knife with a single-piece ebony handle. Its short, broad blade is easy to position for everyday vegetable prep, while the pointed k-tip gives you control when scoring an onion, trimming fruit or slicing small ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Ginsan, also called Silver #3, stainless steel core sits between stainless outer layers in a three-layer construction. The fine nashiji, or pear-skin, finish near the spine contrasts with the satin blade face and polished edge. The mono ebony wa handle has an octagonal shape and natural dark grain that varies from knife to knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this 150mm ko bunka if you prefer a compact knife for a smaller cutting board or want a precise companion to a larger gyuto. It handles vegetables, herbs, fruit and boneless proteins, with a broad blade that gives more room for board work than a narrow petty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a ko bunka used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ko bunka is a smaller bunka with an angled, pointed tip. This 150mm version works well for slicing shallots, chopping herbs, preparing vegetables and trimming boneless meat. Use controlled slicing and push cuts, keeping the tip free of sideways pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Ginrei Ko Bunka stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both the Ginsan core and its outer cladding are stainless steel, making this an easy-care choice for daily cooking. Stainless steel still needs to be washed and dried after use; it should not be left soaking or put in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan left-handed cooks use this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The double-bevel edge and octagonal handle suit both right- and left-handed cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I maintain the edge and ebony handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Work on a wood or soft synthetic board, such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid bones, frozen food, glass boards and twisting through a cut. Use a whetstone when sharpening is needed, or choose our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e. Keep the wooden handle out of standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginrei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ko Bunka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginsan \/ Silver #3 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-layer san mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm nominal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nashiji (pear-skin texture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, suitable for right- and left-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono ebony, single-piece octagonal wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68024400871648,"sku":"TK-68024400871648","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-ginrei-ko-bunka-150mm-01-hero.png?v=1792486333","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/ginrei-silver3-nashiji-bunka150","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}