{"product_id":"makoto-kurosaki-sakura-bunka-knife-180mm","title":"Makoto Kurosaki Sakura Bunka Knife 180mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMakoto Kurosaki Sakura Bunka | 180mm | SG2 Powdered Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fully forged SG2 powdered steel bunka from Makoto Kurosaki, crafted in Echizen, Japan. San Mai construction with stainless cladding, water quenched and hardened to 62 HRC. Lightweight and thin — ideal for prep and detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Bunka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 180mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Length: 335mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height: 29mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness: 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 74g (2.6 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: SG2 Powdered Steel core, Stainless Steel cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai, Hammer Forged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Tsuchime (Hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Even grind (50\/50)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Octagonal Cherry Wood with Cherry Wood ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Echizen, Japan 🇯🇵\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Sakura Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura series reflects Makoto Kurosaki's refined aesthetic — SG2 powdered steel chosen for its exceptional edge life and ease of sharpening, paired with elegant cherry wood handles that balance beauty with everyday practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUse \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash with warm water and towel dry immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone to maintain the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut frozen foods, bones, or hard produce — the blade may chip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Iron Clad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720868647203,"sku":"Makoto Sakura bunka","price":326.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/C45CF4FC-E48F-4E88-A628-B739BC080547.jpg?v=1770935458","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/makoto-kurosaki-sakura-bunka-knife-180mm","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}