{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-monosteel-bunka-180mm-tsuchime-walnut-handle","title":"Touroku Sakai Monosteel Bunka 180mm – Tsuchime – Walnut Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA practical Japanese all-purpose knife with a distinctive Bunka profile, easy-care stainless steel and a traditional walnut handle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTouroku Sakai Bunka 180mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for cooks who want Japanese cutting performance without complicated maintenance. Its versatile 180mm blade, hammered \u003cstrong\u003etsuchime finish\u003c\/strong\u003e and angular Bunka tip give it plenty of character while keeping the knife practical for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVersatile 180mm Bunka Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bunka is one of the most useful Japanese knife shapes for the home kitchen. 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