Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Bunka 180mmThe Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Bunka 180mm is a double bevel general purpose knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji that best fits professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking a stainless blade with a pointed tip for precision tasks. This 180mm Bunka profile features a straighter edge and reverse tanto tip suited for slicing, dicing, and chopping fruits, vegetables, and meats. The blade is constructed from ATS34 stainless steel with a mirror polished

an excellent value for money choice for those who are looking for a step up from Tojiro’s popular DP series

The blade measures 36mm in heel height

and chopping vegetables or meat without reactive care requirements

The octagonal WA handle is crafted from Black Chacate timber

This Tokujou line serves as an intermediate option within the Sakai Takayuki range

This double bevel knife features a VG10 core with stainless Damascus cladding and a Migaki surface finish

This 261mm edge length knife weighs 221g and features spine thicknesses measuring 3

An octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered grip on this 91g knife

and disjointing large cuts

with Kurouchi finish

also fits really well for a budget consensus household users

This specific length suits professional kitchens where larger blades are frequently selected for preparing raw fish and seafood