Nicely made, very, very thin at the cutting edge. There was no micro-edge (koba) on the knife and it chipped the first time I used it. Maybe it was missed? Therefore the 3 stars. I put a koba on it and it cuts perfectly. Wicked thin geometry.

So beautiful, so pleasing to touch... I love the shape, the design, the haptics, the ergonomics - perfectly made by mind and hands ä for hands and mind. It feels so natural, so elegant - thanks a lot for the creation.

Overall I recommend this knife to someone who actually uses a knife to cut and not push. I enjoy using it. My old and still favorite Kiritsuke has much less of a belly allowing for easier full cuts less wrist roll while slicing. This knife makes for a more of a presentation while prepping, a flatter cutting edge would allow for this knife to be a station machine. My only complaint on the overall finish of the knife is it could use a slight chamfer on the spine of the blade. When I thumb/pointer punch it I am aware of the sharp 90° corner. I took it upon my self to chamfer spine. I’ve been enjoying the exaggerated cutting motion the belly makes the user do. When I have a lot of prep I still use my flatter edged Kiritsuke for speed and fatigue. That being said I would recommend this knife to someone who enjoys using knives as a blade was intended would not recommend for someone who uses it like a hammer. The blade will curve under harsher more demanding cuts, would benefit from a little more weight behind the spine. Blue steel doesn’t bend as much in same cutting situations. I would rate the ginsan#3 very high. It’s not white steel but it sharpens easily and retains its edge. Getting the bur to let go under sharpening is a chore. This is a lot of information but I wanted to share true feed back of the knife itself.

The weight is perfect for me and I have to say it is my favorite knife

I purchased the knife and sharpen tool as a wedding gift for my daughter's upcoming wedding. I have a 7 knife Shun set (for my wife) and 5 Shun dual core and assorted other knives. Love them. I purchased my daughter a Shun dual core Kirisuke which a roommate stole. I replaced. It, too, was stolen.
After watching a YouTube video on how your knife is made, I was impressed (I was a machinist in my younger days). I decided that I'd make one last try at providing her an Heirloom kitchen knife. I inspected the blade on arrival and know that this knife is exactly what I was looking for. I know my way around kitchen knives. This is a solid working blade and I know it will hold an edge through many, many kitchen tasks.

**An Outstanding Curved Bunka Knife**

This curved Bunka is an absolute pleasure to use. The blade has a beautiful shape, excellent balance, and a wonderful feel in the hand. The carbon steel cuts effortlessly and feels very responsive, making food preparation smooth, precise, and enjoyable.

The craftsmanship is impressive, with a distinctive character that gives the knife a genuine sense of Japanese tradition. The curved profile is especially appealing and makes this Bunka stand out from more conventional designs.

A beautiful, functional knife made with care and attention to detail. I am very happy with this purchase and would gladly recommend it to anyone who appreciates traditional Japanese kitchen knives.

Thank you for such a wonderful piece of craftsmanship!

Unfortunately, I have to report that the tip of the knife broke off after only two uses, despite normal and careful use. This was very disappointing, especially because I had been looking forward to receiving this knife and was planning to purchase the larger version once it became available in the store.
I expected a higher level of quality and durability from a Japanese-made product. As a customer, I am therefore quite disappointed with this experience.

When I received my bowles 2 in blue and 2 in amber I was so amazed how awesome beautiful the colours just alone are. And moreover how perfectly executed craftsmanship the ceramics are - I was so happy and literally became sentimental by looking at and feeling them.

One of the rare knives made of a self composed and in a Tatara-furnace created traditional steel. Without a fancy handle but nevertheless excellent made, perfectly balanced and refined. Due to that almost non-industrial manufacturing-process I was expecting impurities an flaws but I was very positively surprised how meticulously made this knife is. During the last years I have seen, held and felt a lot of Yanagima-knives in different sizes, shapes and prices and I... not that I have to but I want to say that I never have regretted having bought this awesome made knife in which you can feel soul and passion of the master who has created it. Arigato go sai mas

Really good lightweight and sharp knife. My old knife was too heavy, this one is much better.

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This is my second Hamono knife... I love it... here is everything what one kitchen knife must have. Very good tool, I think my other knives will get rusty after that. If You don't know what I am talking about then buy one.
Very versatile tool, capable to perform finest cuts needed in kitchen. keep it sharp and it serve long years...

Nigara Hamaono "You doing great work and I am very pleased what You did for me"

Veiko

A great knife. Exactly what I expected. Very sharp. It almost fell through a big beef tomato I cut the other day. I’ll probably buy more knives from you in the future.

Very good knife for cutting vegetables, fruit, meat. Very sharp. Cuts tomato with only its own weight just moving the knife without any pressure. Thank you!

Quite sharp and easy balance in your hand while cutting. I like it very much. € 43,--. taxes to the Netherlands on top.

Great Knife

The knife is perfect. Just what I needed.

The knife was just like the one he built on the show. When I used it it was excellent. Cutting was so easy and the handle fits my hand very well. It is now my favorite knife

The knife arrived well packaged and on initial inspection was incredibly sharp. Very nice to handle and comfortable in the hand.
Much respect to Mr Nakamura and team. I will enjoy using this knife for many years.

Il est incroyablement beau et de très bonne qualité

The knife is beautiful and arrives extraordinarily sharp and elegantly packed. The blade has a pretty colourful sheen probably caused by the spark-erosion cutting of the cemented carbide.
It is a bit difficult to get out of the box and you are a bit tentative because it is so sharp.
Currently I am waiting to see how long the blade remains sharp but it has not needed sharpening yet.
Unlike some less expensive knives from Japan, on this one you have to pay duty and VAT on import into the UK.

Excellent knife.
It fits well in the hand, is very lightweight, and is well-balanced.
The package was carefully prepared and protected the knife perfectly.
Delivery took longer than expected, but I always received answers to my questions (thanks to Kei for being so helpful).
I am delighted with my purchase.

Great product, great craftmanship. Delivery very quick. Thank you very much.
From Italy

I love the weight of this knife. So far my favorite, but I have to say the other two are a close second.

don't know yet i hope it is a quality hap40

Sehr schön, super einfach aber authentisch, bin gespannt wie lange es gute Dienste leisten wird.