NATUR Black Persimmon Bunka G3 Steel 17 cm

NATUR Black Persimmon Bunka G3 Steel 17 cm

BLACK PERSIMMON / KURO KAKI   黒柿

Among Japanese persimmon trees more than hundred years, you can find black discoloration at the center of tree. This shows a beautiful patterns which is called Black persimmon.  Persimmon trees produce dark wood like all the members of the ebony family .  The blackened portion is more resistant to fungal and termites. Patterns develop that can be solid black, black and white or mottled like a beautiful Japanese ink painting.  Every handle is uniquely designed by the forces of Nature. Crafting wood handles into an octagonal shape means they fit your hand ergonomically. 

BUNKA

The NATUR Black Persimmon Bunka is a versatile cutting tool capable of handling most basic kitchen cutting tasks.  Santoku means “three virtues” in Japanese and is capable of slicing, dicing and mincing. Fit with a blade shape shorter in length but wider than a Western chef knife – the strength of the Santoku is its light weight and easy maneuverability. Professional chefs will choose a NATUR Black Persimmon Bunka  to handle both detailed and greater volumes of prepping to improve work efficiency. The kiritsuke blade tip excels at scoring vegetables and the skin of fish & poultry. For greater precision and speed this knife is for you.

WEIGHT: 120g / 4.2 oz
BLADE LENGTH: 17 cm / 6.7”
OVERALL LENGTH: 32 cm / 10.6”
BLADE HEEL THICKNESS:  2 mm
BLADE HEEL HEIGHT:  4.3 cm / 1.7”

* Right or Left hand users

G3 STEEL

At Kiksusumi we work with only the best forgers and artisans and the NATUR series represents this well. The quality of a knife depends not only on the type of steel but also the quality of the forging.  Blades forged 100% in Tosa, Japan offers a superior blend of tradition and modern knife making than those made elsewhere.  G3 steel is a breakthrough in metallurgy that combines the performance of high-carbon steel with the convenience of a semi-stainless steel.  Simply dry after use and it won’t rust.  No need to oil blades. G3 steel is easy to sharpen and holds it edge better than stainless steels.  Similar in performance to shirogami #2 but without the high maintenance so you can enjoy cooking more.

NATUR SERIES

The  NATUR  collection is 100% forged and handcrafted in Japan for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition. Traditional & modern forging combined to produce high quality steel accented with natural woods and detailed refinements.  NATUR series of knives are built with sustainably harvested woods that will last decades.  NATUR captures the best qualities of the forging spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail.  It offers the cook a remarkably precise cutting tool with a rustic yet refined aesthetic.

SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED WOOD

At Kikusumi we are committed to a future where we grow our resources and replace them.  This means we grow our resources and replace them.  When sourced responsibly, wood can play a big part in helping tackle climate change as healthy forests help offset carbon emissions. The sakura forest in is managed carefully to avoid overharvesting because it is considered to be such a valuable source of the wood.  Today responsible forest stewardship is an important element of sustainable growth and Kikusumi sakura handles fulfill this goal of using resources responsibly.

WHY JAPANESE ARTISAN FORGING IS BETTER

At Kiksusumi we work with only the best forgers and artisans and the NATUR series represents this well. The quality of a knife depends not only on the type of steel but also the quality of the forging.  Blades forged 100% in Tosa, Japan offers a superior blend of tradition and modern knife making than those made elsewhere.  Using a technique called mai-kozuchi or dancing hammering to stretch, bend, yield and spread the hot blade improves its both cutting performance and blade sharpeness once complete. Under a microscope this evenness of spread can be verified. Factory made knives cannot compete with this even if the steel is the same. G3 steel is a breakthrough in metallurgy that combines the performance of high-carbon steel with the convenience of a semi-stainless steel.  Simply dry after use and it won’t rust.  No need to oil blades. G3 steel is easy to sharpen and holds it edge better than stainless steels.  Similar in performance to shirogami #2 but without the high maintenance so you can enjoy cooking more.