{"product_id":"tsunehisa-shiro-white-steel-bunka-180mm","title":"Tsunehisa Shiro White Steel \u0026 Stainless Clad Bunka Knife 180mm Made in Japan 🇯🇵","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience Shirogami in the Versatile Bunka Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa Shiro White Steel Bunka 180mm is made in Japan from Shirogami (White Paper) carbon steel with stainless cladding - the Bunka's distinctive reverse-tanto tip and flat blade profile with the exceptionally fine edge that only pure carbon steel can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: Shirogami (White Paper) carbon steel core - stainless clad, San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 180mm | Flat blade profile with reverse-tanto tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge grind: Even 50\/50 double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Pakkawood (Western Yo style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Reactive core - wipe dry immediately after use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Bunka Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bunka is a traditional Japanese kitchen knife with a flat blade profile similar to the Nakiri, but with a distinctive reverse-tanto (angled) tip that makes it more versatile for precision work - scoring, detail cuts, and tasks where a flat-tipped Nakiri would be limiting. The flat blade excels at the push-cut style through vegetables and proteins. Shirogami carbon steel takes a keener, more refined edge than stainless. The stainless cladding protects the reactive core on the sides of the blade. Made in Japan by Tsunehisa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only - never dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe dry immediately after use - the carbon steel core is reactive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA natural patina will develop on the edge with use - this is normal and protects the steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on Japanese water stones - takes an exceptionally fine edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing for extended periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chef \u0026 a knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53710567244067,"sku":"T Shiro Tsutime CWC Bunka","price":194.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/7BDDFCDC-CB1D-4D2D-AA4E-82B763E99FAC.jpg?v=1747877253","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/tsunehisa-shiro-white-steel-bunka-180mm","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}