Hado Kirisame White #1 Bunka 180mm (7.1") - Urushi Oak Handle

• Brand: Hado
• Smith: Yoshikazu Takana (Master Blacksmith)
• Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
• Style: Bunka Knife
• Length: 180mm (7.1")
• Blade Steel Type: White #1 Steel, Soft Stainless -Clad
• Handle Material: Urushi Lacquered Oak
• HRC: 63 - 64
• Bevel Angle Ratio: 50/50
• Cover: Not included
• High-carbon steel knives can still rust if not maintained properly. Use the Rust Remover to clean oxidized blades.

The Kirisame series features White #1 steel, masterfully forged by renowned blacksmith Yoshikazu Tanaka, and sharpened to perfection with a Nashiji finish by skilled sharpener Tadataka Maruyama. The handle, crafted from Scorched Oak, is a work of art, finished with the "Fuki-urushi" technique, where layers of raw lacquer are applied and wiped away to enhance the wood's natural grain, creating a beautifully refined result. The name "Kirisame," meaning "misty rain," reflects the soft, cloudy finish on the hira section of the blade, capturing its delicate beauty.

Hado, as the first in-house brand of Fukui Co. & Ltd. in 109 years, symbolizes the company's commitment to excellence in crafting blades. The name "Hado" reflects this dedication, as "do" (道) represents the path or way, a concept deeply rooted in Japanese culture, similar to "Sado" (tea ceremony), "Kado" (flower arrangement), and "Kyudo" (archery). By naming the brand "Hado" (the road of blades), Fukui emphasizes its intention to continue its journey of refinement and innovation in blade-making, aiming to achieve the highest quality over the next century.

The Bunka knife is a general-purpose knife similar to the Santoku. Its profile allows for much the same usage as a Santoku (meats, vegetables and fish) while having a finer, more pointed tip that aids in precision cutting such as mukimono, or fine cuts such as brunoise and julienne.