{"product_id":"shigeki-tanaka-blue-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-stainless-clad-bunka-165mm","title":"Shigeki Tanaka Blue #2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Stainless Clad Bunka 165mm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Shigeki Tanaka Blue #2 Bunka 165mm is a versatile, all-purpose knife with a bit more attitude than your standard chef’s knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bunka is a multi-purpose Japanese knife similar to a santoku, but with a more aggressive tip (k-tip) that excels at precision work. It handles slicing, dicing, and chopping with ease, while the pointed tip gives you better control for detail work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged in Miki City, this knife features a Blue #2 carbon steel core at 62–63 HRC, delivering strong edge retention and a sharp, responsive feel on the stones. Stainless cladding helps reduce upkeep, making it more practical for daily use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kurouchi finish and hammered texture give it a rugged, hand-forged look while also improving food release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with a black pakkawood western handle, it feels solid, balanced, and ready for real kitchen work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shigeki Tanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51580914139453,"sku":"SHICUTBLU2KURTSUBUN165","price":159.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1972\/2573\/files\/shigeki-tanaka-blue-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-stainless-clad-bunka-165mm-shigeki-tanaka-1276035.jpg?v=1781147655","url":"https:\/\/elementknife.com\/products\/shigeki-tanaka-blue-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-stainless-clad-bunka-165mm","provider":"Element Knife Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}