{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ginrei-bunka-ginsanko-nashiji-ebony-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ginrei Bunka Ginsanko Nashiji Ebony 150mm (5.9\")","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHatsukokoro Ginrei Bunka Ginsanko Nashiji Ebony 150 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for preparing meat, fish, and vegetables. Its shorter blade offers excellent control and maneuverability, while the distinctive reverse tanto tip makes it particularly useful for precise cutting and detailed food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGinrei series\u003c\/strong\u003e proves that great Japanese knives don't have to be complicated. At the core lies Ginsanko stainless steel (60–61 HRC) in san-mai construction, known for its excellent corrosion resistance, long-lasting sharpness, and ease of sharpening. The blade features a traditional nashiji finish, whose subtle pear-skin texture gives the knife a rustic yet refined appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE SHAPE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade shape is called \u003ca title=\"Bunka\" href=\"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/blogs\/learn\/types-of-japanese-kitchen-knives\/#bunka\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunka\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning \u003cem\u003eculture\u003c\/em\u003e in Japanese. It is a highly versatile Japanese knife suitable for preparing vegetables, meat, and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e150 mm (5.9\")\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bunka is more compact and maneuverable than longer all-purpose knives, making it particularly practical for smaller cutting boards, everyday chopping, and precise food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts relatively wide profile provides comfortable knuckle clearance, while the mostly flat cutting edge is ideal for controlled chopping and push-cutting. The gently curved belly also allows smooth slicing motions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the bunka's defining features is its distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ereverse tanto tip, also known as a K-tip\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sharply angled spine creates a fine, pointed tip that is particularly useful for scoring ingredients, making precise cuts, and working with smaller or more delicate ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact blade combines the versatility of a traditional santoku with the added precision of a K-tip, making it an excellent choice for cooks who prefer shorter, highly maneuverable knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSTEEL:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHitachi's Silver III steel, also known as \u003ca title=\"Ginsanko steel\" href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/steel-heart-of-japanese-knives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinsan or Ginsanko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, is hardened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60–61 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its chromium content, Ginsanko offers excellent corrosion resistance and is significantly easier to maintain than traditional Japanese high-carbon steels. Despite being stainless, it shares several desirable characteristics with carbon steels, including the ability to achieve a fine cutting edge and relatively straightforward sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination of sharpness, edge retention, and easy maintenance makes Ginsanko particularly suitable for everyday kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLAMINATION:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hard Ginsanko steel core is protected by two outer layers of softer steel. This construction is known as \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-lamination\" title=\"Lamination\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esan-mai\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning \"three layers\" in Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe softer outer layers provide additional support and help protect the harder core from external impacts, contributing to the blade's overall durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGEOMETRY:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-geometry\" title=\"Geometry\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edouble-bevel (symmetrical) blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with a 50\/50 grind, making it suitable for both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact profile provides excellent maneuverability, while the fine cutting edge enables smooth, controlled cuts through vegetables, boneless meat, and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBLADE FINISH:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knives-101\/blade-construction-blade-finish\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enashiji (pear-skin) finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e gives the stainless cladding a subtle, textured appearance that contrasts beautifully with the polished Ginsanko core. A soft kasumi line highlights the transition between the steel layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe etched kanji on the right side adds character, while the textured finish helps make minor scratches from everyday use less noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe choil and spine have been carefully smoothed for a comfortable grip and easy handling during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHANDLE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife features a traditional Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal wa handle made from ebony wood\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ebony is a dense, hard, and durable wood, recognizable by its deep, dark color and elegant natural grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal shape provides a comfortable, secure grip for both left- and right-handed users, allowing excellent control during precise cutting tasks. Its refined, minimalist appearance complements the blade's traditional nashiji finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55056379478362,"sku":"410116072104","price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2077\/0683\/files\/HatsukokoroGinreiBunkaGinsankoNashiji150mm_ebony__410116072104_1.jpg?v=1792662575","url":"https:\/\/sharpedgeshop.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-ginrei-bunka-ginsanko-nashiji-ebony-150mm","provider":"SharpEdge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}