Nigara Hamono VG10 Bunka 170mm

The Nigara Hamono VG10 is a beautifully crafted Japanese knife that combines excellent cutting performance with a striking Tsuchime Damascus finish. It offers a refined appearance while remaining practical enough for everyday kitchen use.

Its VG10 stainless steel core takes a sharp, reliable edge and provides good edge retention with excellent corrosion resistance. The blade has a comfortable balance of thinness and weight, making it responsive and precise while still feeling substantial in hand. It performs particularly well on vegetables, herbs, meat, and other everyday ingredients.

The hammered Damascus finish gives the knife a distinctive look while adding to its overall character. With its comfortable handling, dependable VG10 steel, and excellent craftsmanship from Nigara Hamono, this is a versatile Japanese knife that offers a great balance of performance, durability, and aesthetics.

Specs:

Brand: Nigara Hamono

Blade Material: VG10

Handle Material: Octagon Ebony

Knife Type: Bunka

Blade Finish: Damascus

Blade Length:  170mm

Hardness: 61 HRC

Weight: 145g

Care

Wash your knife gently with a soft sponge and dry it thoroughly after use. Store it safely in a protective sheath, knife block, or other suitable storage. Do not use the knife to cut through bones, frozen foods, or hard fruit pits.

Cutting Surface

For optimal performance and edge retention, use forgiving cutting surfaces such as wood, rubberized boards, high-quality composite boards, or quality polyethylene cutting boards.

Avoid glass, metal, countertops, and other hard, rigid surfaces, as they can quickly dull or damage the knife’s edge.

Sharpening

For quality Japanese knives, we recommend using whetstones for sharpening. Whetstones provide excellent control and are the preferred method for maintaining a sharp, refined edge.