Designed to exacting standards, MIYABI continues to strive for perfection with the MIYABI Kaizen Collection. "Kaizen" Japanese for "improvement" or "change for the better" is a way of life. This series combines the latest technology with sleek, modern lines and centuries of knife-making artistry. Forged 49 layer construction with an FC61 super steel core protected by 48 alternating layers of stainless steel ground to expose a unique Damascus design and wavy katana edge. The ergonomically shaped black Pakka wood handle features a striking mosaic pin, red decorative ring and end-cap with logo. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.
The Bunka knife’s versatile blade profile with its characteristic K-tip excels at precision slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fish, and meat, making it an indispensable, high-performance tool for professional chefs and passionate home cooks alike.
- FC61 fine carbide steel, delivering exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention
- 48 alternating layers of stainless steel that create a stunning Damascus pattern for enhanced durability and beauty
- FRIODUR ice-hardening process ensures extreme hardness, corrosion resistance, and blade toughness
- Blade hardness approximately 60–62 HRC, balancing razor-sharp performance with durability
- Distinctive Bunka blade profile with a reverse tanto (K-tip) edge, designed for versatile precision slicing, dicing, chopping, and light butchering
- Hand-honed traditional Honbazuke sharpening technique produces a razor-sharp double-beveled edge at a 9.5°–12° angle per side
- Flat blade profile with a subtle belly and a wider blade height provides excellent knuckle clearance and makes scooping ingredients easy
- Ambidextrous double-beveled edge suitable for both left- and right-handed users
- Ergonomic octagonal black Pakka wood handle with steel mosaic pin, red decorative ring, and engraved end-cap combines style with comfort and control
- Lightweight and well-balanced for reduced hand fatigue during prolonged kitchen tasks
