{"product_id":"ginrei-silver3-nashiji-birch-bunka-170mm","title":"Ginrei Silver3 Nashiji Birch Bunka 170mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bunka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ginsan Silver #3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nashiji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHRC (+\/-1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stabilized Birch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.00\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 134g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ginrei Series Bunka is the kind of knife that quickly becomes your go-to. Compact, incredibly nimble, and built with a purpose, it excels at the fast, precise work that makes up most everyday prep. From vegetables and herbs to boneless proteins and delicate garnish work, its profile feels quick, responsive, and effortlessly controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in Japan using Ginsan (Silver Steel #3), the blade is built around what Mike considers one of the best all-around steels available for both home cooks and professional kitchens. Ginsan strikes a rare balance between performance and practicality. It sharpens with ease, takes an exceptionally refined edge, holds it impressively well, and requires very little maintenance. While fully stainless, it offers a cutting feel that closely resembles high-end carbon steel where it matters most—on the stone and on the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged in a traditional san-mai construction, with a hard Ginsan core protected by softer stainless outer layers. This combination increases toughness and stability while providing excellent resistance to chipping, creating a knife that's designed to perform day after day without demanding constant attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 170mm, the Bunka offers outstanding versatility. Its compact length makes it exceptionally agile, while the characteristic reverse tanto tip provides incredible precision for detailed work. Whether you're slicing onions paper-thin, finely dicing shallots, chiffonading herbs, or making clean, accurate cuts through proteins, the tip remains predictable and easy to control. The taller blade also provides generous knuckle clearance and plenty of surface area for scooping ingredients from the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft Nashiji finish gives the blade a refined, lightly textured appearance that not only complements its traditional Japanese character but also helps improve food release during use. Understated and elegant, it's a finish that develops character gracefully while hiding fingerprints and the small marks that naturally come with regular cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the knife is a premium stabilized birch handle that feels every bit as refined as the blade itself. The subtle natural tones and flowing grain patterns make every handle unique, while the stabilization process greatly improves durability, moisture resistance, and long-term stability. Comfortable in hand and beautifully balanced, it provides excellent control through both quick prep and extended cutting sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ginrei Bunka is an exceptional daily companion for anyone who values precision, versatility, and effortless cutting performance. Compact without feeling limiting and refined without being delicate, it's a knife that blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with the practicality of modern stainless steel—ready for whatever lands on your cutting board.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51529702179049,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/4368\/6711\/files\/GinreiSilver3NashijiBirchBunka170mm.png?v=1784230240","url":"https:\/\/kakushin.ca\/products\/ginrei-silver3-nashiji-birch-bunka-170mm","provider":"Kakushin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}