Japanese Bunka Knives

Discover the versatility of the Bunka knife in our premium collection. The Bunka knife, a Japanese-style utility knife and the new-age variant of the Santoku, seamlessly blends the best features of a chef's knife and a Nakiri, making it a true all-rounder in the kitchen. With its curved blade, angled “K-Tip”, and subtle belly, the Bunka knife excels at slicing, chopping, and mincing a wide range of ingredients with precision and control.

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Hatsukokoro Hayabusa Ginsan Bunka 170mm - Ebony
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa Ginsan Bunka 170mm - Ebony
£158.00 GBP
Kikumori x Nakagawa Ginsan Tsuchime Bunka 180mm - Maple
Kikumori x Nakagawa Ginsan Tsuchime Bunka 180mm - Maple
£329.00 GBP
Masakage Yuki Bunka 170mm - Maple w/White Stripe
Masakage Yuki Bunka 170mm - Maple w/White Stripe
£247.00 GBP
Masakage Yuki Bunka 170mm - Walnut
Masakage Yuki Bunka 170mm - Walnut
£243.00 GBP
Seido "Aomori" Ginsan Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Siamese Rosewood
Seido "Aomori" Ginsan Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Siamese Rosewood
£217.00 GBP
Fukamizu Blue 2 Bunka 150mm
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Fukamizu Blue 2 Bunka 150mm
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£102.00 GBP
HADO "Sumi" Bunka 180mm
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HADO "Sumi" Bunka 180mm
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£322.00 GBP
HADO "Sumi" Ko-Bunka 135mm
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HADO "Sumi" Ko-Bunka 135mm
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£230.00 GBP
HADO Blue 1 Damascus Bunka 165mm - Oak
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HADO Blue 1 Damascus Bunka 165mm - Oak
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£394.00 GBP
HADO Ginsan Bunka 180mm
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HADO Ginsan Bunka 180mm
£394.00 GBP
HADO Shiosai SG2 Bunka 180mm - Urushi Lacquer
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HADO Shiosai SG2 Bunka 180mm - Urushi Lacquer
£309.00 GBP
HADO Shiosai SG2 Ko-Bunka 135mm - Urushi Lacquer
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HADO Shiosai SG2 Ko-Bunka 135mm - Urushi Lacquer
£289.00 GBP
HADO Sumi Bunka 180mm - Cherry Bark
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HADO Sumi Bunka 180mm - Cherry Bark
£486.00 GBP
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HADO Sumi KoBunka 135mm - Blade Only
£0.00 GBP
HADO Sumi KoBunka 135mm - Cherry Bark
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HADO Sumi KoBunka 135mm - Cherry Bark
£421.00 GBP
Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Bunka 170mm - Mono Bubinga
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Hajimaru Ginsan Nashiji Bunka 170mm - Mono Bubinga
£122.00 GBP £148.00
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Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 105mm
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Hatsukokoro Blue 2 Kurouchi Ko-Bunka 105mm
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£85.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hayabusa HAP40 Bunka 180mm
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Hatsukokoro Hayabusa HAP40 Bunka 180mm
£204.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD 3 Layer Bunka 170mm - Carbon Fibre
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD 3 Layer Bunka 170mm - Carbon Fibre
£131.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD 3 Layer Bunka 170mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD 3 Layer Bunka 170mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
£131.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Bubinga
£151.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Ebony
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170mm - Ebony
£151.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Nakiri 160mm - Bubinga
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Nakiri 160mm - Bubinga
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£122.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Nakiri 160mm - Ebony
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Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Nakiri 160mm - Ebony
£122.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Bunka 180mm
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Hatsukokoro Kumokage Blue 2 Kurouchi Damascus Bunka 180mm
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£164.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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£96.00 GBP £105.00
Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Ko Bunka 120mm
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Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Ko Bunka 120mm
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£85.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Ko-Bunka 80mm
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Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Ko-Bunka 80mm
£76.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Kurokuma Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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Hatsukokoro Kurokuma Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm - Ebony
£98.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
£250.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Ebony
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Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Ebony
£223.00 GBP
Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Persimmon
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Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo Kurozome SG2 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Persimmon
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£243.00 GBP

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Japanese Bunka Knives
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What is a bunka knife?
The bunka is a Japanese kitchen knife with a flatter blade profile and an aggressive K-tip (reverse-tanto point). It handles vegetables, herbs, boneless proteins, and general prep. Think of it as a santoku with a sharper, more pointed tip for detail work.
Bunka vs santoku: which is better?
The core shape is similar, both are compact, double-bevel, all-purpose Japanese knives. The bunka has a flatter blade and aggressive K-tip for push-cuts; santoku has a slightly curved edge and rounded tip. Bunka suits buyers who want more precision; santoku suits buyers who want more forgiveness.
Bunka vs gyuto: which should I buy?
Gyuto is a longer, more curved chef knife designed for rocking motion and larger slicing tasks. Bunka is shorter (usually 165-180mm) with a flatter profile for push-cuts. If you have the counter space and prep larger volumes, gyuto. If you want a nimbler all-rounder, bunka.
What size bunka should I buy?
165mm suits most home kitchens, 180mm is popular for cooks who want more reach, and 200mm is for larger prep volumes. Most buyers choose 165-180mm as the sweet spot.
Are bunka knives good for beginners?
Yes. The bunka is a solid first Japanese knife, compact, versatile, and the K-tip makes detail work (slicing shallots, trimming meat) more intuitive than a straight tip. Just make sure it's double-bevel (most are).
What steel should I pick for a bunka?
For low-maintenance, pick a stainless core like VG10 or Ginsan. For enthusiast edge-holding, pick a carbon core like Aogami (Blue) or Shirogami (White), these need more care but take a sharper edge.