{"product_id":"yu-kurosaki-kokusen-as-bunka-165mm-with-rosewood-octagon-wa-handle","title":"Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS Bunka 165mm with Rosewood Octagon Wa Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yu Kurosaki Kokusen AS Bunka 165mm is a compact, high-performance Japanese kitchen knife forged in Echizen, Japan. Its nimble profile, tall heel and precise K-tip make it exceptionally versatile for vegetables, herbs, boneless proteins and detailed tip work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade pairs an Aogami Super (Blue Super) carbon-steel core with stainless cladding and Kurosaki-san’s distinctive Kokusen hammered finish. The hard core takes a keen edge and holds it well, while the octagonal rosewood wa handle keeps the knife light and responsive in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exposed carbon-steel edge is reactive and will develop a natural patina. Hand wash only, wipe dry promptly during use and never place the knife in a dishwasher. Avoid bones, frozen foods and twisting cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Bunka best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bunka is an all-purpose Japanese knife suited to chopping, slicing and push cutting. Its compact blade and pointed K-tip provide excellent control for fine vegetable work and trimming boneless proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the blade fully stainless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The cladding is stainless, but the exposed Aogami Super core at the cutting edge is carbon steel. It should be kept clean and dry to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I maintain the edge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a quality whetstone or regular stropping for maintenance. Always cut on a knife-friendly wood or synthetic board and avoid glass, stone and bamboo cutting surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Blacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yu Kurosaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kokusen Ei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bunka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami Super \/ Blue Super carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel with hammered tsuchime finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Blade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165mm (approximately 170mm edge length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length: \u003c\/strong\u003e310mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 126g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal rosewood wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasurements may vary slightly because each knife is handmade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yu Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53783370301664,"sku":"TK-53783370301664","price":319.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/yu-kurosaki-kokusen-as-bunka-165mm-hero.jpg?v=1785824562","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/yu-kurosaki-kokusen-as-bunka-165mm-with-rosewood-octagon-wa-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}