FURU Sakura Japanese Cherry Bread Knife 24 cm

BREAD KNIFE
Sharp serrated teeth carved into a 24 cm blade of Hi-chromium stainless steel delivers smooth cutting & long durability.  Artisan crafted octagonal wood handles fit perfectly in the hand for comfort and control.   KIKUSUMI Bread Knife charms with its warm tones and deep grain wood handles that bring sunshine to everyday life.

SAKURA JAPANESE CHERRY WOOD HANDLE
We created these as mono-handles so the pure beauty of the Sakura wood shines through. Sakura is considered a high-end wood in Japan used for musical instruments & furniture. Sakura is iconically associated witht the Spring sakura blossom festivals. The texture is dense and smooth. The wood surface can be finished beautifully as it becomes glossy when polished. Sakura wood is resistant to crackingand is less likely to warp or be deformed thanks to its tough viscoelasticity.

FURU FUKI URUSHI

FURU series is part of KIKUSUMI’s ongoing sustainable craft project to connect modern lifestyles with exceptionally crafted kitchen tools. Urushi is created by first harvesting tree sap which it can be used clear, darkened or colored.  Colored lacquerware can be seen in Japanese restaurants as bowls, cups or chopsticks.   Fuki Urushi refers to clear lacquers that can be light or dark.  When applied to kashi wood the beautiful grain shines through casting an enchanting warm hue akin to rosewood.  The result adds beauty and durability to the wood handle with little impact on the environment

HANDLE   Sakura Japanese Cherry + Fuki Urushi
Size: 240mm

Steel: Hi-Cr Stainless SteelEdge 
Grind: Even
HRC: 60 +-
Total Length: 370mm
Edge Length: 228mm
Handle to Tip Length: 247mm
Blade Height: 38mm
Thickness: 2.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 140 g
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed

To preserve the natural wood oils and maximize the durability of the the kinife we recommend hand washing with gentle sponge and drying after use.