🔗 Physical Showcase Video: https://youtu.be/RgtSHrUEZO0
─── Specifications ───
Steel Core｜SKD High-Speed Tool Steel
❀ Rust Resistance: Moderate, Semi-stainless (Rust resistance lies between regular carbon steel and full stainless steel)
Size｜16.5 cm
Knife Type｜Bunka
Thickness: approx. 3.6 mm
Blade Width: approx. 5 cm
Weight: approx. 165 g
❀ Handle Material: Stabilized Wood Monobloc Handle
💡 Handle shown in photos will be prioritized for shipment; multiple styles are also available, feel free to DM us to choose.
💡 In case of stockouts or if no specific style is noted, it will be shipped in a random combination.
❀ Saya (Sheath): Custom-made to blade size available ▪️ Multiple materials to choose from ▪️ Contact our lovely customer service for details~
─── Core Steel ▪️ SKD High-Speed Tool Steel ───
▸ SKD is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold-work die steel offering excellent toughness and high resistance to cracking.
▸ After quenching and heat treatment, hardness can reach HRC 64–65, combining outstanding wear resistance with exceptional thermal stability.
▸ Its extremely high hardness provides superior edge retention, maintaining a crisp, sharp cutting edge even through prolonged use.
▸ Rust resistance falls between carbon steel and stainless steel, with oxidation and rust developing significantly slower than in Blue Paper (Aogami) or White Paper (Shirogami) steels.
▸ Offers a crisp cutting feel close to carbon steel, while remaining relatively easy to sharpen on whetstones.
─── Artisan Soul ▪️ Hatsukokoro ───
Established in 2019 in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, this brand collaborates with renowned blacksmiths and workshops across Japan to co-develop products. Known for outstanding cutting performance, exquisite designs, and high cost-performance ratio (value for money), it is highly favored among kitchen knife enthusiasts.
The brand name "Hatsukokoro" originates from the Japanese proverb "never forget your original intention" (sho-shin), utilizing the softer Japanese kun-yomi reading "Hatsukokoro" rather than the on-yomi reading.
Staying true to their core values, they strive to craft products that bring freshness and delightful surprises to customers.
─── Knife Profile ▪️ Bunka ───
▸ An all-purpose kitchen knife designed for cutting meats, vegetables, and fruits/melons.
▸ Evolved from the Santoku knife, retaining its versatile multi-purpose characteristics.
▸ The k-tip (reverse tanto / sword-shaped tip) enhances utility for piercing, precision scoring, and detailed cutting tasks.
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☆【 Care & Maintenance 】
Although stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, it may still rust under humid, high-salinity, or damaged conditions. It is recommended to keep it dry and perform routine cleaning and maintenance.
☆【 Professional After-Sales Sharpening Service 】
We provide in-store professional knife sharpening services to ensure your beloved blade remains at peak performance.
⚠️ Avoid Extremely Hard Objects ⚠️
Strictly prohibited from chopping frozen ingredients or hard bones to prevent edge chipping, deformation, or structural damage.
⚠️ No Dishwashers or Dish Dryers ⚠️️
Do not put in dishwashers or heated dish dryers; high heat and harsh detergents will damage both the blade and handle.
⚠️ Standard Cleaning Procedure ⚠️
Hand wash with warm water after use, dry thoroughly immediately with a dry cloth or soft towel, and store in a well-ventilated, dry place.
❁【 Exchange/Return Policy Regarding Aesthetic Crafting Marks 】
All high-end kitchen knives sold in our store are authentic products directly from the manufacturer. Because the manufacturing process involves hand-sharpening, edge beveling, and sheath-fitting tests, slight fine scratches on the blade surface are "normal factory conditions" and not quality defects. We strictly inspect every piece before shipping. Perfectionists, please consider carefully before placing an order.
❁【 Friendly Reminder 】
All product photos are taken from actual items. However, due to lighting, angles, or individual monitor/screen settings, slight color variations may exist between photos and actual products. Buyers highly sensitive to color differences should consider carefully before ordering. The actual product received shall prevail.
