Bunka 195mm – Aogami #2 Core with Nashiji Finish

Specs:

• Blade Length: 195mm

• Core Steel: Hitachi Yasugi Aogami #2 (Blue Steel #2, carbon)

• Cladding: SUS-410 stainless (san-mai)

• Finish: Nashiji (pear skin)

• Handle: Dark blue wood

• Style: Bunka (Kiritsuke-style Santoku)

• Made in Seki, Japan

195mm Bunka – Aogami #2 Core with Nashiji Finish

A striking fusion of tradition and utility, this 195mm Bunka knife—crafted in Seki City, Japan—features a powerful Aogami #2 carbon steel core from Hitachi, prized for its razor-sharp edge, fine grain structure, and excellent edge retention. It's clad in stainless SUS-410 steel, providing added corrosion resistance while maintaining the performance of high-carbon steel.

The blade showcases a rustic nashiji (pear skin) finish, offering a textured aesthetic that pays homage to old-world forging techniques. The versatile kiritsuke-style tip makes this knife ideal for both precision cuts and general kitchen prep.