# Bunka (文化)

A bunka is an all-purpose Japanese knife: a santoku variant with an angular, pointed tip for fine work, typically 165–180 mm.

- Best for: Small kitchens, fine tip work
- Length: 165–180 mm
- Edge: Double bevel
- Steel: Either
- Care: Easy–medium
- Price: From about $90 (HD)

## Shops that carry it

1. Aritsugu Tsukiji
2. Hitohira
3. Masamoto Sohonten
4. Tokuzo

## Common questions

### What is a bunka?

A bunka is an all-purpose Japanese knife: a santoku variant with an angular, pointed tip for fine work, typically 165–180 mm.

### What size is a Bunka?

Typically 165–180 mm.

### Is a Bunka single or double bevel?

Double bevel.

### How much does a Bunka cost?

From about $90 (HD)

### Where can I buy a Bunka in Tokyo?

This page lists specialist Tokyo shops in our provisional ranking. The method is published.

## Sources

- https://hamonodirect.com/knife-types/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santoku
- https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/三徳包丁

Updated: 2026-11-15

https://findmyknife.net/en/knives/bunka/

## Price guide

Typical price (median across shops): ¥24,200. Under ¥10,000: 1/6, ¥10,000–30,000: 2/6, ¥30,000–50,000: 2/6, ¥50,000+: 1/6. Number of the 6 Tokyo shops with official online stores that list a Bunka in each range (retrieved 2026-11-15).