{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-cromov-sanshi-bunka-180mm","title":"Touroku Sakai CroMoV Sanshi Bunka 180mm","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaka Kitano leads Touroku Sakai, continuing a three-generation family legacy while bringing together the work of skilled Japanese knife craftsmen. The CroMoV Sanshi Series combines practical stainless steel performance with lightweight wa-handle construction and a distinctive Japanese purple lacquer finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 180mm Bunka is an exceptionally versatile all-purpose knife, combining a relatively flat cutting profile with an angled K-tip that provides considerably more precision than its broad blade might suggest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts flatter edge works naturally with push cutting, chopping, and controlled slicing, while the pointed K-tip excels at trimming, scoring, detail work, and precise tip cuts. At 180mm, the blade provides enough length for substantial everyday prep while remaining compact and highly maneuverable on the cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from CroMoV stainless steel and hardened to approximately 59 HRC, the mono-steel blade balances corrosion resistance, edge retention, toughness, and ease of sharpening. A full-flat grind creates efficient cutting geometry that moves cleanly through vegetables and proteins while maintaining enough structure for confident everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat combination makes the Bunka a compelling alternative to both a Santoku and a traditional chef knife. It is equally comfortable working through vegetables, proteins, herbs, fruit, and general kitchen prep, but its K-tip adds another level of precision when finer knife work is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade receives a clean Migaki medium-polish finish and is fitted with an octagonal mono-oak Japanese wa handle finished in Sanshi purple lacquer. Lightweight and responsive, the handle keeps the knife nimble during longer prep sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cooks who want one compact Japanese knife capable of handling the majority of everyday prep while offering exceptional tip control, the Touroku Sakai CroMoV Sanshi Bunka is an excellent daily workhorse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Touroku Sakai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52839460634941,"sku":"TOUCUTCROSANBUN180","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1972\/2573\/files\/inox-sanshi-180mm-bunka-ryujin-146457.jpg?v=1726363235","url":"https:\/\/elementknife.com\/products\/touroku-sakai-cromov-sanshi-bunka-180mm","provider":"Element Knife Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}