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Makoto Kurosaki SG2 Tsuchime Sakura Bunka 180mm

$259.00 AUD

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Knife Specifications

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Style

Bunka

Blade Material

SG2 Core, Stainless Tsuchime Clad

Bevel

Double Bevel

Maintenance Level

Low

Edge Length

180mm

Overall Length

320mm

Spine Thickness

2mm @ Mid

Blade Height

42mm

Weight

120g

HRC

~63

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Bunka knife, a versatile and traditional Japanese kitchen tool, features a distinctive, angular tip and a wide blade. It's designed for precision tasks like slicing, dicing, and chopping. Ideal for handling vegetables, meat, and fish, the Bunka is a multifunctional knife celebrated for its utility and unique aesthetic.

Steel Type

Japanese SG2, also known as R2 steel, is a high-end, powdered metallurgy stainless steel and one of the finest knife-making steels available in Japan. It is a favourite of many for its exceptional hardness and edge retention. It's fine, uniform grain structure enables razor-sharp edges, all the while holding an edge for much longer than Carbon steel knives, without needing to be concerned about rust appearing.

Care Information

Introducing

Makoto Kurosaki

Hailing from the knifemaking region of Echizen, Makoto Kurosaki is the elder brother of Yu Kurosaki and a highly skilled craftsman in his own right. Both brothers began their blacksmithing journey under the legendary Hiroshi Kato, and Makoto continues to refine his craft through close collaboration with some of Echizen’s most respected makers — including Yoshimi Kato and his own brother Yu.

Known particularly for his sharpening and finishing expertise, Makoto brings a quiet precision to every blade he produces. While his work is often understated compared to his younger brother’s bold designs, Makoto’s knives are deeply respected for their balance, clean lines, and uncompromising attention to performance.

Rooted in tradition but focused on refinement, Makoto Kurosaki represents the enduring strength of Echizen craftsmanship — forged through discipline, collaboration, and a lifelong dedication to the blade.

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Makoto Kurosaki SG2 Sakura Bunka 180mm