{"product_id":"tsaji-srs13-tsuchime-bunka-iw","title":"Takeshi Saji SRS-13 Tsuchime Bunka — Ironwood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Takeshi Saji SRS-13 Tsuchime Bunka pairs an angular Japanese kitchen blade with a contoured ironwood handle. Cross-hammered marks catch the light across the upper blade, while the smooth lower bevel reveals the line between the stainless cladding and cutting core. A polished steel bolster and two handle pins give this complete knife a clean, substantial finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Echizen, Japan, it brings Saji's distinctive craftsmanship to everyday chopping, slicing, and detail work. The tall blade offers knuckle clearance on the board, and the angular tip is useful for precise cuts in vegetables and boneless proteins. Its Western handle suits cooks who prefer a shaped grip to a traditional straight wa handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSRS-13 is a powdered stainless steel chosen for edge retention and corrosion resistance. Stainless cladding makes routine care straightforward, while the natural ironwood grain gives each handle its own appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a bunka knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bunka is an all-purpose kitchen knife for vegetables, herbs, and boneless meat or fish. Use controlled chopping and slicing strokes, with the pointed tip for finer work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs SRS-13 stainless steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The SRS-13 core and stainless cladding resist corrosion, but they still need proper care. Hand wash after use, dry promptly, and never leave the knife soaking or put it in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this knife include the ironwood handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It comes with its Western ironwood handle installed, with a full tang and polished bolster. Natural grain and color vary, so the handle pictured represents the model rather than every individual knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a wood or knife-friendly \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid bones, frozen food, hard shells, and twisting the edge inside a cut. Sharpen with suitable whetstones or use a professional sharpening service, and store the blade with its edge protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echizen, Fukui, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bunka \/ all-purpose kitchen knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRS-13 powdered stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross-hammered tsuchime with a smooth lower bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ironwood, Western style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tang with two handle pins and polished steel bolster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete knife with handle installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68306269536480,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/saji-srs13-tsuchime-bunka-ironwood-hero.jpg?v=1793434150","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tsaji-srs13-tsuchime-bunka-iw","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}