{"title":"Otsuka Hamono 大塚刃物","description":"\u003cp\u003eOtsuka Hamono is a traditional Japanese blacksmithing brand with a legacy spanning generations. Established over 60 years ago, it upholds the art of hand-forged craftsmanship, blending strength, precision, and balance. Every knife is meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional cutting experience, emphasizing sharpness, durability, and effortless control. Rooted in tradition yet refined for modern kitchens, Otsuka Hamono knives bring the joy of seamless slicing, preserving the integrity of ingredients while honoring Japan’s rich blade-making heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"otsuka-hamono-aogami-1-kurouchi-160mm-bunka","title":"Otsuka Hamono Aogami #1 Kurouchi 160mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the secluded mountain forge of master Otsuka Yoshifumi comes this exceptional Bunka, a knife bearing the 'Tokusei' (Specially Made) mark of distinction. Forged in a traditional coke fire, its core of high-carbon Aogami #1 steel is revered for legendary sharpness and edge retention. The blade’s profile is a marvel of performance, featuring a dramatic spine taper from a powerful widened thickness of 6.6mm than drastically tapered to a nimble tip. This unique geometry provides a perfect weight balance of strength for robust cuts and precision for delicate work, all housed within the rustic beauty of the \u003c\/span\u003eKurouchi\u003cspan\u003e forged finish. Paired with a premium octagonal Wenge and buffalo horn handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Chizu, Tottori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Otsuka Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Bunka\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Sanmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #1 (Blue #1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 61-63 HRC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurouchi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length (heel-to-tip): 160mm (6.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 48mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 6.6mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 1.8mm \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Wenge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \/ Tsukajiri: Black Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 129mm \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 300mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 156g (5.5oz) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamped Mark (Back): Brand mark and in Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eSpecially made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (特製)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Otsuka Hamono 大塚刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom his secluded forge in the mountains of Chizu, Tottori, third-generation blacksmith Otsuka Yoshifumi represents a legacy reborn through sheer will. Largely self-taught after his father’s untimely passing, he works alone, embracing a solitary dedication to his craft. Using a traditional coke forge to preserve the steel’s integrity, he masterfully transforms Aogami #1 and exceptionally rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003etatara\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e steel into fully bespoke blades. Each creation is a direct dialogue with its future owner, resulting in tools of sublime sharpness and durability. The year-long waitlist underscores the deep allure of his uncompromising, personal artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #1\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #1) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Otsuka Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46567961690331,"sku":"OSA1SKXBK160GGBK","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/OSA1SKXBK160GGBK001.jpg?v=1752488059"}],"url":"https:\/\/burrfectionstore.com\/en-ie\/collections\/otsuka-hamono.oembed","provider":"Burrfection Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}