Kaizen II 6.5" Bunka Knife

Rooted in Japanese tradition the Bunka shape is a lighter thinner and shorter alternative to the classic Western-style Chef’s Knife blending the versatility of the classic Chef style with the precision of a Santoku. Like the Santoku the Bunka features a wide stocky profile with the sharply angled tip of the Kiritsuke (also known as the “reverse tanto”) for added precision and dexterity—making this shape extremely useful in the kitchen.

MIYABI moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II which translated from Japanese means “improvement” or "change for the better." Handcrafted in Seki Japan a city renowned for the highest quality cutlery production the Kaizen II collection boasts traditional Japanese craftsmanship combined with the best hardening technology and beautiful modern design.

• All-purpose Asian-style knife
• Use to cut meat fish and vegetables with confidence
• Blends the versatility of the classic Chef style knife with the precision of a Santoku knife
• Features a wide stocky profile with the sharply angled tip of the Kiritsuke for added precision and dexterity
• Revolutionary FC61 steel core with fine carbide distribution
• Protected by a durable 48 layers of damast steel
• Fine carbide distribution creates a razor sharp and durable blade
• FRIODUR ice-hardened blade with 61 Rockwell hardness
• Blade is hand-honed using using historic Honbazuke method
• Exceptionally sharp 9.5 to 12-degrees
• Authentic thin Japanese blade profile
• Ergonomic handle made of black pakkawood
• Steel mosaic pin and handle end cap
• Rounded bolster for increased comfort and balance
• Recommend hand wash