About the Maker - Aoki Hamono

Established in 1947, Aoki Hamono Seisakushi Co. (青木刃物製作所) produces under the brand name "Sakai Takayuki (堺孝行)". Their products maintains the traditional skills of Sakai's Japanese knives and demonstrate the skills of world class masters.

About the Shape - Bunka

The Bunka (文化) is a versatile general-purpose Japanese knife and a common variation of the widely popular Santoku knife. It is adept at cutting, chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing foods such as meat, fish, vegetables and herbs.

About the Steel - Aogami Super

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Aogami (Blue) Super steel has the highest amount of carbon among the Aogami steels meaning the greatest hardness and edge retention. Many knife makers see this steel as one of the best steels to work with. Special care must be taken as knives made with this steel is prone to rust.

About the Finish - Kurouchi

Kurouchi (黒打ち) refers to the darkened steel surface as a result from the forging process which forms a coating of oxide. It is the most rusting finish of all but gives knives a traditional character.

Sakai Takayuki Aogami Super Kurouchi Bunka 160mm

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