Yu Kurosaki Shin-Gekko VGXEOS Bunka 170mm

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Yu Kurosaki Shin-Gekko VGXEOS Bunka 170mm

Name: Yu Kurosaki Shin-Gekko VGXEOS Bunka 170mm
Brand: Yu Kurosaki
SKU: YK-SG-VG-B165-SWWhite
Price: 469.0 AUD
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Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Yu Kurosaki Shin-Gekko VGXEOS Bunka 170mm

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Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel

VGXEOS Stainless Core, Migaki Clad

Hardness

61 HRC

54 Soft 67 Hard

Maintenance

Easy

2 / 5

How to care for this steel

Style

Bunka

Blade Material

VGXEOS Stainless Core, Migaki Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Sandalwood, Synthetic Spacer

Bevel

Double Bevel

Edge Length

170mm

Overall Length

312mm

Spine Thickness Heel/Mid

1.8mm/1.8mm

Blade Height @ Heel

46mm

Weight

121

An In Depth Look

Blade Type

The Bunka is your small/medium sized prep solution. If you prefer a slightly shorter blade length but still need to prep veggies and smaller cuts of meat, this is your stop. The angled "K-Tip" allows for finer tip work and can be used to sweep ingredients across the board so you don't dull your edge.

Steel Type Read

Hand-forged from advanced VG-XEOS stainless steel in the prestigious Takefu Knife Village, this knife embodies modern Japanese craftsmanship. Its fine-grained steel offers outstanding stain resistance and a perfect harmony of cutting performance and refined aesthetics.

Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Echizen·Blacksmith

Yu Kurosaki

Echizen, Fukui

A 12-year apprenticeship under Hiroshi Kato, earning Japan's youngest-ever master blacksmith title.

Coordinates

35.9°N · 136.2°E

Signature

Hammered finish, performance grinds

Steels

Aogami SuperSG2R2

Yu Kurosaki has become one of Japan’s most celebrated blacksmiths, known for his bold aesthetic choices, cutting-edge techniques, and dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional knifemaking. Beginning his journey in his teens and apprenticing for 12 years under Hiroshi Kato, Kurosaki established his own forge in 2014 and has since earned recognition from the Japanese government as the youngest ever to be named a Master Blacksmith.

His knives are instantly recognizable for their striking Tsuchime and Suminagashi finishes, thin grinds, and use of high-performance steels such as SG2, HAP40, and stainless-clad Blue Super. Kurosaki’s Fujin series, with its dramatic wind-patterned hammer finish, helped cement his reputation as a blacksmith who blends artistry and technical brilliance in equal measure.

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A tremendous piece of functional art.

This Bunka by Yu Kurosaki Shin-Gekko is a tremendous piece of functional art. The craftsmanship is outstanding, perfectly balanced, razor-sharp, and beautifully finished. Every detail shows the maker’s skill and passion. It’s as stunning to look at as it is to use.