Touroku Sakai Aogami Super Bunka 170mm – Green Pakka Handle
Compact, precise and seriously sharp — a performance-focused Bunka built around one of Japan’s most respected carbon steels.
The Touroku Sakai Aogami Super Bunka 170mm combines a versatile Japanese blade shape with the excellent cutting characteristics of Aogami Super (Blue Super) steel. Its clean satin finish and dark green Pakka wood handle give the knife an understated appearance that keeps the focus firmly on performance.
Aogami Super – Serious Cutting Performance
Aogami Super is a premium Japanese carbon steel valued for its ability to take an extremely keen edge while providing excellent edge retention.
For cooks who enjoy maintaining and sharpening their own knives, Aogami Super offers a noticeable step into traditional high-performance Japanese carbon steels.
Because the core steel is reactive, the exposed edge should be washed and dried immediately after use. Over time, it can naturally develop a patina — completely normal for carbon steel.
170mm Bunka – Compact & Versatile
The 170mm Bunka profile hits a sweet spot between compact handling and useful blade length.
Its flatter cutting edge is excellent for chopping and push-cutting vegetables, while the distinctive K-tip provides a fine point for detailed work.
Ideal for:
- Vegetables and herbs
- Meat preparation
- Fish
- Fine slicing and dicing
- Shallots, garlic and onions
- Precise tip work
- Everyday kitchen preparation
For cooks who find a 210–240mm Gyuto unnecessarily large, this is a particularly attractive alternative.
Minimalist Japanese Design
There is no Damascus pattern or elaborate hammered finish competing for attention here. The blade has a clean satin appearance, creating a simple, professional aesthetic.
The angular Bunka tip gives the knife enough personality without turning it into a display piece.
Green Pakka Wood Handle
The blade is paired with a Japanese-style green Pakka wood handle.
Pakka wood offers good stability and moisture resistance while retaining the appearance and feel of wood. The dark green colour is subtle and complements the minimalist blade beautifully.
Specifications
Brand: Touroku Sakai
Knife Type: Bunka
Blade Length: 170mm
Core Steel: Aogami Super / Blue Super
Blade Finish: Satin
Handle: Green Pakka Wood
Handle Style: Japanese / Wa
Edge: Double Bevel
Best For: Vegetables, meat, fish and precision preparation
Maintenance: Carbon-steel care required
Who This Knife Is For
This knife makes most sense for someone who already appreciates Japanese knives or wants to move beyond conventional stainless steels.
It's particularly suited to cooks who want excellent sharpness and edge retention in a compact all-purpose knife and are comfortable giving carbon steel the small amount of extra care it requires.
For someone who knows they will leave their knife wet in the sink, this isn't the right choice — VG10 or another stainless option would be much more sensible.
Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta
What makes this model interesting is its simplicity: Aogami Super steel, a highly practical 170mm Bunka profile and an understated Japanese handle.
No unnecessary decoration. The value is where it should be — in the blade and its cutting performance.