{"product_id":"forged-bunka-knife-walnut-rosewood-handle","title":"Forged Bunka Knife — Walnut \u0026 Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese Bunka — an all-purpose kitchen knife with an angular K-tip (kiritsuke-style) point that gives cleaner control on detail work than a rounded blade. The blade is hand-forged with a dark kurouchi finish along the spine, fading into a polished, wavy-tempered edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is a two-tone octagonal wa-handle — warm walnut paired with a dark rosewood ferrule — shaped for a comfortable, precise grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade length 178mm (7\"), total length 325mm (12.8\"). Hand-forged high-carbon steel with a kurouchi finish and polished cutting edge. Octagonal wa-handle: walnut with rosewood ferrule. Includes a leather sheath. Hand wash, dry immediately, occasional light oiling of blade and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gift worth giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bunka's angular tip and all-purpose blade make it a favorite for cooks who want one knife that handles chopping, slicing, and detail work equally well — a strong first Japanese-style knife for someone building out their kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece leaves the forge ready for a lifetime of use — our \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/knife-care\"\u003eKnife Care guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the few simple habits that keep a hand-forged edge that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — hand wash and dry immediately after use; oil the blade and handle occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a Bunka different from a Santoku?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bunka's angular K-tip gives more precise point control than a Santoku's rounded tip — useful for detail work alongside everyday chopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — every Northbound Blade knife ships with a leather sheath included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northbound Blade","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":67777481376048,"sku":null,"price":274.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0386\/8208\/files\/Bunka1.1.png?v=1789238361","url":"https:\/\/northboundblade.com\/fr\/products\/forged-bunka-knife-walnut-rosewood-handle","provider":"Northbound Blade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}