About the Maker - Yoshimi Kato

Being the son-in-law of Hiroshi Kato (加藤宏) who was the founding member of Takefu Knife Village, Yoshimi Kato (加藤義実) is now the 3rd generation blade smith and head of Kato Uchihamono (カトウ打刃物). He is the original maker of the famous Masakage (昌景) brand.

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.

About the Finish - Nashiji

Nashiji (梨子地) literally translates to pear-fruit-skin as the finish imitates the skin of an Asian pear. This finish is created by polishing away the dark oxides while retaining the rough texture. Some may say Nashiji is in the middle between Kurouchi and Migaki.

Yoshimi Kato Aogami Super Nashiji Kurouchi 180mm Bunka with Violet Pakkawood Handle	$389.00	Sold by Burrfection Store	Ships from Hong Kong
Yoshimi Kato Aogami Super Nashiji Kurouchi 180mm Bunka with Maplewood Handle	$439.99	Sold by Burrfection Store	Ships from Hong Kong

Yoshimi Kato Aogami Super Kurouchi Nashiji Bunka 180mm

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