Santoku & Bunka

Santoku and bunka are the Japanese home knives. They are shorter than a gyuto, around 165-190mm, with a tall blade and a flatter edge that is very good for push cutting vegetables.

The bunka has a pointed tip, the santoku a rounded one. If you have a small kitchen or like a compact knife, start here.

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