{"product_id":"sakai-kikumori-sg2-bunka-165mm-damascus","title":"Sakai Kikumori OHS SG2 Bunka 165mm Knife Damascus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eThe Sakai Kikumori OHS Bunka 165mm combines SG2 powdered steel performance with an elegant damascus finish and a lightweight traditional magnolia handle. Thin, precise and exceptionally capable, it’s a knife designed for cooks who want high performance cutting with a refined, understated aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"304\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eSakai Kikumori – Centuries of Sakai Knife Making\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSakai Kikumori\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eBased in Sakai, Osaka — Japan’s historic knife-making city — Sakai Kikumori has been producing kitchen knives for generations, working alongside some of the country’s most respected blacksmiths and sharpeners. Their knives balance traditional craftsmanship with practical performance, offering tools trusted by professional chefs and serious home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eBunka – A Versatile All-Rounder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eThe bunka is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for everyday prep work. Similar in function to a santoku but with a more aggressive kiritsuke-style tip, it offers excellent precision for detailed knife work while still handling larger vegetables, herbs and proteins with ease. The flatter edge profile encourages efficient push cutting and chopping, making it a favourite for home and professional kitchens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eAt 165mm, this bunka feels nimble and highly controllable while still offering enough length for most day-to-day tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eDamascus Finish – Layered Steel Patterning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eThis blade features a fine damascus finish created by layering multiple steels together before forging. The result is the flowing, rippled pattern visible across the blade face, giving each knife subtle individuality and a refined appearance. On the OHS range, the patterning is particularly fine and understated, complementing the clean overall finish beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eSG2 Powdered Steel – Exceptional Edge Retention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eSG2 is a high-performance powdered stainless steel known for its excellent edge retention, fine grain structure and ability to take an extremely refined edge. Compared to many conventional stainless steels, SG2 offers longer lasting sharpness while still maintaining impressive toughness and corrosion resistance. It’s a favourite among cooks looking for top-level cutting performance with lower maintenance than carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eMagnolia Wa Handle – Lightweight Traditional Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003eFitted with a traditional Japanese magnolia wood wa handle, the OHS range feels lightweight, balanced and comfortable in hand. Magnolia is prized for its subtle texture and low weight, helping keep the knife agile and responsive during longer prep sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003e• Hand wash only — never place in the dishwasher\u003cbr data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003e• Dry thoroughly after use\u003cbr data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003e• Use a soft wooden or plastic chopping board\u003cbr data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003e• Store safely to protect the edge\u003cbr data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e• Sharpen using whetstones when required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003e–––\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eBlade Length: 165mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003eBlade Shape: Bunka\u003cbr data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eSteel: SG2 Powdered Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eFinish: Damascus\u003cbr data-start=\"2926\" data-end=\"2929\"\u003eHandle: Magnolia Wa Handle\u003cbr data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003eMade in: Sakai, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3129\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Due to the handmade nature of Japanese knives, slight variations in finish, pattern and measurements may occur from knife to knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Community Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55633319264641,"sku":null,"price":286.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/4970\/3819\/files\/sakai-kikumori-ohs-sg2-bunka-165mm-knife-damascus-7961940.jpg?v=1781185802","url":"https:\/\/www.communitycutlery.co.uk\/products\/sakai-kikumori-sg2-bunka-165mm-damascus","provider":"Community Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}