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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Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Boss Bunka 225mm - Black
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Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Boss Bunka 225mm - Black
$666.00 NZD
Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Bunka - Jarrah
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Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Bunka - Jarrah
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$524.00 NZD
Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Bunka 180mm
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Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Bunka 180mm
$495.00 NZD
Shigeki Tanaka Blue 2 Damascus Bunka 180mm
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Shigeki Tanaka Blue 2 Damascus Bunka 180mm
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$339.00 NZD
Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm
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Shiro Kamo Blue 2 Kurouchi Bunka 165mm
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$325.00 NZD
Shiro Kamo Blue Super SS Clad Kurouchi Bunka 165mm
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Shiro Kamo Blue Super SS Clad Kurouchi Bunka 165mm
$354.00 NZD
Shiro Kamo SG2 Black Damascus Bunka 165mm
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Shiro Kamo SG2 Black Damascus Bunka 165mm
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$566.00 NZD
Shiro Kamo White 2 Damascus Bunka 165mm
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Shiro Kamo White 2 Damascus Bunka 165mm
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$368.00 NZD
Takeda NAS Bunka 165mm
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Takeda NAS Bunka 165mm
$921.00 NZD
Takeshi Saji Blue 2 Rainbow Damascus Bunka 175mm
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Takeshi Saji Blue 2 Rainbow Damascus Bunka 175mm
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$807.00 NZD
Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Bunka 175mm
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Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Bunka 175mm
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$921.00 NZD
Takeshi Saji VG10 Forged Tsuchime Bunka - Red Weave
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Takeshi Saji VG10 Forged Tsuchime Bunka - Red Weave
$694.00 NZD
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
$680.00 NZD
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
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Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
$680.00 NZD
Toshitaka VG10 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Ebony & White Spacer
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Toshitaka VG10 Damascus Bunka 180mm - Ebony & White Spacer
$850.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Blue Super Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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Tsunehisa Blue Super Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Ebony
$354.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Blue Super Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Maple
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Tsunehisa Blue Super Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Maple
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$368.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Ginsan Migaki Bunka 165mm
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Tsunehisa Ginsan Migaki Bunka 165mm
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$354.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Ginsan Migaki Bunka 165mm - Build Your Own
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Tsunehisa Ginsan Migaki Bunka 165mm - Build Your Own
$382.00 NZD
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Tsunehisa Ginsan Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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Tsunehisa Ginsan Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Ebony
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$311.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Migaki Blue Super Bunka 170mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Tsunehisa Migaki Blue Super Bunka 170mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
$348.00 NZD
Tsunehisa Migaki Blue Super Bunka 170mm - Ebony
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Tsunehisa Migaki Blue Super Bunka 170mm - Ebony
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$348.00 NZD
Tsunehisa SLD Washiji Bunka 165mm
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Tsunehisa SLD Washiji Bunka 165mm
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$283.00 NZD
Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Carbon Fibre
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Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Carbon Fibre
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$269.00 NZD
Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
$283.00 NZD
Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
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Tsunehisa White 2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
$283.00 NZD
Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Carbon Fibre
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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Carbon Fibre
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$637.00 NZD
Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Carbon Fibre
$651.00 NZD
Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
$609.00 NZD
Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) White 2 Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) White 2 Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Dark Maple
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$694.00 NZD
Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) White 2 Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Maple
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Yoshikane (Hatsukokoro) White 2 Nashiji Bunka 165mm - Maple
$651.00 NZD
Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm
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Yoshikane SKD Nashiji Bunka 165mm
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$595.00 NZD

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Japanese Bunka Knives
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Shopping for Japanese Bunka Knives

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.