Yu Kurosaki Senko Ei SG2 Bunka
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Overview
The Yu Kurosaki Senko SG2 Ei Bunka 170mm blends Echizen blacksmithing heritage with a modern, performance-first profile. “Senko” means “flash,” a nod to the star-like tsuchime that scatters light across the blade. Paired with a polished kyomen surface, it glides through ingredients and helps reduce stiction on moist produce. The Ei geometry adds a slightly more pointed tip for precision detail while keeping the bunka’s flat-ish edge for superb push cuts and clean chopping.
At its core is powdered metallurgy R2/SG2 stainless hardened to about 63 HRC. Expect long-lasting sharpness, confident bite on tomato skins and herbs, and easy day-to-day care thanks to stainless cladding. The octagonal handle and balanced 170mm blade make it a versatile daily driver for cooks who want Kurosaki’s signature style with serious cutting performance.
Common Questions
Q: What makes the “Ei” version different?
A: “Ei” denotes a slightly more pointed, agile tip. You get finer control for trimming, scoring, or detail work without losing the bunka’s flat edge for fast, straight chopping.
Q: Is this bunka good for everyday use?
A: Yes. At 170mm with a thin grind and 50/50 edge, it’s a do-most knife for vegetables, proteins without bone, and herbs. It excels at push cuts, slice cuts, and tap-chopping.
Q: How should I care for SG2?
A: Hand-wash, dry thoroughly, and store safely. Use a wooden or quality plastic board, avoid bones and frozen foods, and touch up on water stones when needed to keep the edge singing.
Specifications
- Origin: Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan
- Brand/Blacksmith: Yu Kurosaki
- Line: Senko Ei
- Knife Type: Bunka
- Construction: San Mai (laminated)
- Grind: Double-edged (50/50)
- Core Steel: R2/SG2
- Cladding: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Tsuchime (Senko “flash”) + Kyomen (mirror-like polish)
- Hardness (HRC): 63
- Blade Length: 170mm
- Blade Height: 47mm
- Spine Thickness (Heel): 2.2mm
- Spine Thickness (Mid): 2.1mm
- Handle Material: Rosewood
- Handle Shape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)
- Kuchiwa (Ferrule): Rosewood
- Handle Length: 129mm
- Overall Length: 316mm
- Weight: 135g
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
